Rainbow Mountain Peru Tours 2023

As far in advance as possible is best, so that we may reserve your spot for transportation. You may reserve this tour up until 2 days prior to the tour. Please note due to the rainy season, we only run Rainbow Mountain from the Months of April to November. It is just not safe nor enjoyable to do this trek during the rainy season.

Rainbow Mountain is a high altitude, strenuous hike with constant changing weather conditions. The start of the hike is 4,326 m or 14,189 ft. You will climb to just over 17,060 ft., or 5200 m. For reference, the highest point is nearly the height of Everest Base Camp.  We do provide a horse for you, but you need to be in good physical and cardiovascular shape because the horse cannot climb all the way to the top. You will climb the last 1,000 ft of elevation gain without the horse. Try to spend 2 or 3 days in Cusco (3400m) prior to starting the trek. If you do not exercise regularly, have heart, respiratory, knee or back problems, do NOT consider doing the trek.

Cachi Life, Inc does not accept reservations for children under the age of 8 years old and adults over 67 years old. All children under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Trekkers over 64 years old must also consult with their doctor prior to starting the trek to check that they are fit to participate in the trek. We require proof of physician consult if you are over the age of 64. We recommend that clients over 64 years old arrive in Cusco at least 3 days prior to starting the trek. We recommend that all clients over 59 years old talk to their doctor in advance about how best to plan for the trek and also to ensure that their travel insurance covers such adventure activities. We do not accept bookings from hikers over 60 years old traveling on their own and group bookings where everyone in the group is over 64 years old.

Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Dinner is not included. We recommend bringing a few snacks to give you some energy during the hike as well. There is also some beer, other drinks, and snacks for purchase at the end of the hike from the local Quechua people.

You must disclose at the time of booking any medical condition that could affect your ability to do the Rainbow Mountain tour. Cachi Life, Inc reserves the right to deny a trek booking if we feel that a medical condition may put your life or the lives of any of our trekking staff or other clients at risk on the hike. People with medical conditions must bring a medical note from their doctor stating that they are fit to undertake the tour. They will also be required to be accompanied by a partner on the tour at all times who will be at their side and be familiar with any medicine required in case of an emergency. Cachi Life, Inc reserves the right to cancel the booking of a client if the client has not fully disclosed at the time of booking a medical condition that may pose a risk to the health of the client and/or other hikers. No refund will be given.

Cachi Life, Inc will not accept any responsibility, either directly or indirectly, for any problems due to your special dietary requirements / medical condition. We suggest that you check with your doctor before booking the tour.

We have no minimum. However, if we are unable to combine you with a Cachi group due to group size we will place you with another company. If that happens you will have your own Cachi guide with that group. 

Orientation will take place at approximately 6:00 PM at your hotel the day before your trip. We know everyone’s travel plans are different therefore we try and accommodate. Once your trip is booked you will be assigned a travel expert who will help you organize a time and place for your guide to meet you.

You will have to make your own arrangements. Most hotels will hold your luggage for free or with a fee.

Rainbow Mountain’s weather conditions change frequently and without notice. Typically, high altitudes are colder, so prepare for potential snow, even during dry season. You should prepare for any type of weather. We run rain or shine. Please note due to the rainy season, we only run Rainbow Mountain from the Months of April to November. It is just not safe nor enjoyable to do this trek during the rainy season.  Check out our blog post on the best time to visit. This goes into extensive detail about the weather.

We highly recommend renting a horse for $85. This is an extremely difficult hike. Up to 90% of people end up with a horse by the time they are at the top. We can also rent you trekking poles if you prefer for $30.