Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Hike and Weaving Experience with Chari Community

Checacupe, Peru

Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Hike and Weaving Experience with Chari Community

The Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Hike and Weaving Experience with Chari Community is a unique, full-day adventure that offers an alternative to the more crowded Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain in Peru. This experience includes a visit to the local Andean community of Chari in Checacupe, where participants can learn traditional weaving and immerse themselves in the local culture. The hike to the less-visited but equally stunning part of the Rainbow Mountains, Palcoyo, provides breathtaking views of the Andes. The day includes an Andean breakfast, a traditional lunch prepared by local hosts, and a weaving workshop, making it a perfect blend of physical activity, cultural exchange, and natural beauty.

Right for You?

Duration

Full Day

Travel Style

Active Adventure, Connect with Nature, Cultural Immersion and Off the Beaten Path

Languages

English and Spanish

Physical Activity

Challenging workout

Location

Mountains

Connect

Wifi: None
Cell: Limited
Hiking to Palcoyo (image from Alden Wicker, ecocult.com)
Starts at:

$85/person

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Speaks: English and Spanish

Highlights

  • Eat an authentic Peruvian breakfast with the women of the Chari community and learn about their culture.
  • Participate in a weaving workshop with the local women of the community
  • Hike an alternative route to the famous "Rainbow Mountain" and take in spectacular views of the Andes
  • Eat a traditional lunch prepared by your local hosts

Details

Schedule

Daily, 6:30am to 6:30pm

Availability

Flexible Departure Date
All year

Itinerary

What's Included

Activities

Tour includes the guided hike + an interactive weaving experience alongside the local community.

Guide

Bilingual guide

Food

Breakfast and Lunch
A simple, delicious Andean breakfast and a traditional lunch.

Transport

Private van

Traveler Reviews

Rania

Wonderful

We had a great time hiking Palcoyyo Mountain and meeting the lovely local women, who made us feel so welcome and kindly offered us lunch. Their handmade wool garments for sale were beautiful too. It was very cool getting an insight into their lives. Wish we could have seen them weaving, but perhaps next time. Big thanks to our guide Carlos as well. He was very knowledgeable and very flexible and accommodating. Thank you!
April 2019
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Erica

Great experience on Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain

The mountains were breathtaking. Carlos was wonderful. The woman were kind. I HIGHLY recommend this trip to anyone that wants breathtaking views, a cultural experience, and a fun way to spend a day.
December 2018


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Getting There

Transport options

Get picked up (included)
You'll get picked up in Cusco and driven to Checacupe where you'll begin the hike.
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