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RAINBOW MOUNTAIN PERU HOW TO

Hiking shoes if you don’t want to break an ankle on the gravel path or if you want to avoid slipping during the steep walk to the viewpoint.

Small things to carry which make a big difference. The list below is common sense, but we seriously have seen it all while travelling in South America. So here is what you will need to avoid the cold and sharp gusts of wind which touch every centimetre of your skin. The main issue when we visited was the wind. Weather is unpredictable and it is better to be prepared than freeze to death. When you decide to do any activity in altitude, you have to pack for all seasons. What to pack for a day-tour to the Rainbow mountain? Make sure you are covered to avoid any unnecessary policy charges in case of health issue or injury. Most insurance companies do not provide cover for any activity above 3,000 m. Coca has been used by local people as a natural remedy for altitude sickness and stomach issues for centuries.

RAINBOW MOUNTAIN PERU HOW TO

Here is a link to our dedicated article on how to hike the Sacred Valley on your own. You could go for a hike in the Sacred Valley, which is at a lower altitude. This includes the Salkantay Trek, the Inca Trail and the Rainbow Mountain. Allow yourself 2 to 3 days before starting any high altitude hike in the area. Don’t force it too much and allow yourself to chill in the great parks, restaurants and cafes. The efforts made while visiting the city will prepare you for the lack of oxygen and your body will create extra red blood cells faster than if you stay in bed all day. Don’t run a marathon, but walk around town as soon as you arrive. Take it easy in Cusco, but try to do some exercise.It is better to find a good rhythm, stick to it and take water breaks every now and then. Don’t walk fast and stop to gasp for air. When you hike, take deep breaths in and deep breaths out.It will only increase dehydration and headaches.

Altitude makes your body work harder to create more red blood cells (in order to carry more oxygen) and, therefore gets you dehydrated faster than usual. Here is a specific blog post about all the best hikes around Cusco. You can do the Salkantay or Inca Trail to Machu Picchu and then finishing with the Rainbow Mountain.

We would recommend acclimatising in steps, visiting the lowest altitude attractions of Cusco such as the Sacred valley first and the highest ones gradually. The start of high altitude is considered to be 2,400 masl. Cusco is at 3,600 m, which is already high. You need to acclimatize to the altitude first. Do NOT hop off the plane in Cusco and join a tour to the Rainbow Mountain the very next day.It is a very important subject that cannot be taken lightly. These tips shouldn’t prohibit you from talking about altitude with your doctor as it is not advisable for some people. Note: We are not doctors, below is the advice we were given and that worked for us. If you prepare yourself correctly and follow advice, you should be fine. Visiting the Rainbow Mountain is challenging, however, not insurmountable. It gives us vertigo, just thinking about it! At the car park, you are already 200 m above the Mont Blanc (4,810 m), the highest peak of the Alps, and yet, you have to hike up to 5,200 m, only 189 m below Mt Everest Basecamp!

But this is not an easy task.ĭespite a relatively easy uphill path that only gets really steep towards the end, the walk can be considered difficult because of the altitude. From there, you need to get to the viewpoint to see the unravelling of the colours of the mountain. Once at the car park, the easiest part is behind you. How hard is the hike to see the rainbow mountain?