La Montaña de Colores or Montaña del Arco Iris (Rainbow Mountain) or better known by locals as Cerro Colorado, this route has recently become popular in the Cusco region; That is why in this article about the Kuskandes Trek, we will inform you about the details of this amazing natural geological formation.
Located in Vinicunca, province of Quipicanchis, Cusco. Its geological formations reveal all their splendor, in contrast to the blue of the sky they form an imposing barrier between the coastal desert and the Amazon jungle, dominated by the magnificent snow-capped Ausangate (6384 m), one of the great Apus (Inca deities) . ) of this region.
One of the most spectacular places in the Vilcanota mountain range, the Vinicunca mountains await natural colors. This color is due to the presence of eroded sedimentary rocks. What is striking is how the stones have been modeled in a set of seven colours. The height of the mountain is about 5,000 meters above sea level.
After a 3-hour bus ride from central Cusco, begin a 4-hour hike to reach the mountain from where you can admire the Rainbow Mountain and the beautiful valley that surrounds it. The return is less difficult and can be done in about 2 hours.
Visiting this site has a special complement such as the mountain of colors, I am referring to the impressive Ausangate snow-capped mountain, a wonderful and magnificent view. The sacrifice that this walk implies will be rewarded with the unique natural wonders that you will admire and that will surely occupy an important place in your life.
