Rainbow Mountain Atv Tour
1.- OVERVIEW OF RAINBOW MOUNTAIN
It has always been fantasized to know the end of the rainbow and in your visit to Cusco you can discover that this is possible. Approximately 100 km to the southeast there is a mountain that has attracted the attention of travelers in recent years, it is the impressive rainbow mountain or mountain of colors. This particular mountain is located between the communities of Pitumarca and Cusipata at 5200 meters above sea level, it is this height that gives it the qualification as the highest point of the entire region so getting here is a completely unique achievement.
rainbow mountain
The composition of the mountain is the sedimentation of minerals that when appearing as layers give the appearance of stripes similar to the colors of the rainbow and among them stand out:
- Pink or Fuchsia: Mixture of red clay, mudstones and sand.
- White: Sandstone and limestone.
- Red: Argillites and iron.
- Green: Clay with ferromagnesian and copper oxide.
- Yellow: Limonites, calcareous sandstones with sulfide minerals.
- Purple or Lavender: Marl and silicates.
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Although both communities contain a road to get to know this hidden gem in the mountains, only Pitumarca has adequate access to delight the experience of Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour, unlike the traditional tour, the Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour option allows you to be one of the first groups to reach the top and of course it is much easier because the transport takes you to the base of the mountain where you must walk just a few minutes to finally reach the top.
2.- THE RAINBOW MOUNTAIN ATV TOUR EXPERIENCE
You can start with the ATV Tour Rainbow Mountain adventure now. This exciting experience is unique because it allows you to connect the thrill of visiting a natural wonder with the adventure of traveling the road on 4 wheels. During the journey you will delight in unique landscapes, surrounded by snow-capped mountains, Andean camelids such as alpacas and llamas until you finally reach the top of the colorful mountain. The Rainbow Mountain Peru ATV Tour is one of the few options that allow you to enjoy a double thrill of adventure and nature at the same time, but how to start the adventure of the Rainbow Mountain Peru ATV Tour? Here we tell you how.
the rainbow mountain atv tour experience
The Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour experience begins in Cusco very early in the morning at 2 am, the transportation passes by your hotel and then continues south towards the Peruvian Andes. On the way you will visit different picturesque villages, lakes, valleys and rivers. On the way there is a stop to taste a delicious breakfast to fill you with energy before starting the Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour experience. The transportation continues its way to the parking area, it is here where the excitement of all travelers is noticeable and they are impatient to begin the ATV Tour Rainbow Mountain experience. First there is an explanation and demonstration of how the ATVs are used and finally the long awaited Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour experience begins. During a 25 to 30 minute ride you will travel through the winding roads to the place where you leave the ATVs, it is literally the base of the mountain and here ends the first part of the Rainbow Mountain Tour ATV experience, you continue walking for 5 to 10 minutes to the top where you have a privileged view of the colorful mountain and you have free time for you (When you arrive you will get a new altitude record, you will be at 5200 meters above sea level). While you delight in the view the guide will tell you the historical and geographical details about the origin of the colorful mountain. At the end you will return by the same way to complete the last part of the Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour back to the transportation, then you will arrive at the restaurant and have lunch, here is the final part, you will return to Cusco at approximately 14:00 pm.
3.- ADRENALINE OVER THE MOUNTAINS
“Due to its location, the privileged scenic view and of course its high mineral content, the mountain of colors was named by National Geographic magazine as one of the 100 places in the world which you must visit at least once before you die, this caused its popularity to increase and today it has a flow of visitors of 2500 people per day.”
4.- EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR THE RAINBOW MOUNTAIN TOUR ATV
In order to enjoy the Rainbow Mountain Tour ATV experience you must take into account to prepare your luggage and your physical condition, this includes the following points:
- Adequate Clothing: The Rainbow Mountain Tour ATV experience is different from the traditional hiking version because as you go on a transport at a constant speed the cold is much stronger so you should consider wearing long pants, long sleeve polo shirt, a waterproof jacket, comfortable shoes, hat and gloves, as extra details you can bring a hat and sunglasses in case the day is good enough and there is a clear sky.
- Safety equipment: Before starting the Rainbow Mountain Tour ATV experience, the staff will give you safety equipment such as gloves, helmet and elbow – knee pads to ensure that in case of any accident you can protect these areas. You should always carry them with you.
- Accessories: During your ATV Tour Rainbow Mountain experience you will need several things to make you feel comfortable, the first thing is a small backpack to carry all your personal items such as camera, cell phone, wallet, personal documents and others but you can also carry other things like snacks, water bottle, sunscreen.
- Physical preparation: Although the Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour option gives us the accessibility of not having to walk a lot you should always be physically prepared for this we recommend that you take short walks of 20 to 30 minutes daily in addition to scheduling the Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour experience for your last day, so you ensure that your body is acclimatized to the altitude in an effective way.
equipment for rainbow mountain atv tour
5.- EVERYTHING INCLUDED IN THE RAINBOW MOUNTAIN PERU ATV TOUR
The ATV Tour Rainbow Mountain experience is a complete version that seeks to provide everything you need so that you do not worry about anything extra, for this reason the services include:
- Tourist transportation: A transport that picks you up from your hotel in Cusco and at the end of the ATV Tour Rainbow Mountain experience also leaves you at your hotel, for this you should consider staying in a hotel near the Historic Center.
- Professional guide: A guide specialized in adventure tourism who accompanies you all the way there and back.
- ATVs: These are special transports that can be personal or double depending on the preference of the travelers.
- Safety equipment: Before starting the Rainbow Mountain Peru ATV Tour experience, all participants are provided with a helmet, gloves, elbow and knee pads.
- Food: Breakfast and lunch are considered, if you have any food restriction you can mention it during the coordination.
- First aid equipment: The guide always carries with him a first aid kit and an oxygen balloon.
6.- FAQs ABOUT RAINBOW MOUNTAIN ATV TOUR
- Does the Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour experience have any restrictions?
More than a restriction it is a safety recommendation, the Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour experience cannot be done by children under 15 years old, pregnant women or people with heart related health problems. In case someone comes with under age children and wishes to do the experience, he/she must sign a liability document before starting the Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour adventure.
- Can I do the Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour experience at any time of the year?
Generally the Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour experience is only available during the dry season (May to October), when the weather is more stable and there is no danger of a rain or snow storm.
- Can I book the Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour experience a day in advance?
As a recommendation, book the Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour experience at least 7 days in advance, this will give you an idea if it is possible to do it for the date you have in mind. Also please consider that these tours are subject to availability.
- How many people are in the group?
Although the Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour experience is quite popular as a form of safety, the groups are only made up of a maximum of 8 people, so it is safer for the guide to assist you.
- What is the price of the Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour experience in 2024?
Currently the price of the Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour experience starts at $90.00 dollars per person, although of course this can change if you want to get the service in a private category and go alone with your group.
the route of Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour
Now you know the details about the Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour experience there are no more excuses, venture out now to discover a new destination and complete an incredible challenge. Auri Peru will be more than happy to design a customized experience for you, contact us now and get many benefits.
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