Private full-day excursion from Cusco to Vinicunca, guide included. The service covers early-morning hotel pick-up in Cusco, the private transfer of about 3 hours to the trailhead (Cusipata / Pitumarca area), the high-altitude hike of about 6 km round trip to the viewpoint of the coloured ridge, and the return to Cusco. Transport is by private vehicle with driver; for groups of more than 3 passengers an SUV or Minivan is assigned subject to availability. The hike starts at around 4,600 m and reaches around 5,000 m at the viewpoint; a support horse is available on the ascent leg, not included and arranged locally. Cusco sits at around 3,400 m altitude and the route runs above 4,600 m, so prior acclimatization is required.
What's included
Access to the Vinicunca area (community entrance ticket included)
Private transport by vehicle with driver, hotel pick-up in Cusco
Guide included
What's not included
Support horse on the ascent leg (arranged locally)
Meals not specified in the programme
Tips for driver and guide
Personal expenses
Services not mentioned in this programme
Service information
TypeExcursion
High-altitude route: the hike starts at around 4,600 m and reaches around 5,000 m at the viewpoint. Cusco sits at around 3,400 m; at least two days of prior acclimatization are required before this tour. Demanding hike due to altitude; sensitive to altitude sickness. Possible snow or rain affecting visibility in the wet season (November – March). Groups of more than 3 passengers: SUV or Minivan. Guide included. Available languages to be confirmed at the time of booking.