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
Included: Access to the Vinicunca area (community entrance ticket included)
Included: Private transport by vehicle with driver, hotel pick-up in Cusco
Included: Guide included
What's not included
Not included: Support horse on the ascent leg (arranged locally)
Not included: Meals not specified in the programme
Not included: Tips for driver and guide
Not included: Personal expenses
Not included: Services not mentioned in this programme
Service information
Operating daysEvery day
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.