PALCOYO MOUNTAIN

ABSTRACT

• Destinations: Palcoyo mountain, Stone forest, red mountain
• Time Needed: Full-Day
• Distance cover: 4Km/2.5miles
• Intensity: Easy
• Base Price: $60 USD

ITINERARY

Cusco - Palcoyo - Cusco:
In the morning, at about 6:30am to 7:00am, we will pick you up from your accommodation. Then, you will start a 3.5-hours ride by van to the community of Palcoyo, the starting point of the trek, where you will begin to see the different colors of the mountains. The starting point of the hike is at the altitude of (4750m/15419ft). From there, you will start a 30-minute walk to the first view point (4850m/15912ft). Here, you will see the Palcoyo mountain range and have a beautiful view of the rainbow mountains. You will have free time to take pictures and explore the area. After, you will have the option to visit the Stone Forest, an extra 30-minute walk up, where large rock formations stand looking over the Palcoyo mountain range. Then, you will return to the starting point of the hike. You will board the transport to go to the district of Cusipata, here there will be a lunch at a restaurant, which is included.  After lunch you will return to Cusco at approximately 5:30pm.

INCLUDED:

• Transportation.
• Englisg speaking tour guide.
•  Lunch with hot drinks.
• First aid kit.
• Oxygen.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Horse.
• Water & snacks.
• Travel ensurance.

YOU SHOULD BRING:

• Small day pack, water to drink, camera, rain jacket/poncho, rain gear, basic toiletries, hat for the sun, sunblock, hiking boots, gloves, warm clothes, warm hat, extra money in soles.