Pallay Punchu Tour 1 day
Pallay Punchu Mountain
- Duration: 1 day
- Difficulty: Moderate to challenging
- Type Service: Group o Private
Discover the magic of Pallay Punchu: an unforgettable journey in the Peruvian Andes.
Also known as the Filuda Mountain of colors, Pallay Punchu of Apu Tacllo or The mountain Pallay Poncho or Condor Sayana) is one of the new tourist destinations of Cusco that was discovered in full quarantine. It is located more than 194 kilometers and three hours from the city of Cusco, on a summit elevation located at 4,791 meters above sea level, is a large geological mountain formation dyed in various shades as a result of the complex combination of minerals. The slopes and the summit stand out in various colors, including red, reddish, purple, green, pink, white and others.
Pallay Puncho Mountain Tour Details
- Walking distance: 5 km.
- Hiking time: 1½ to 2 hours approximately.
- Activities: Adventure trekking.
- Difficulty level: 3 out of 5
- Maximum altitude: 4790 masl / 15715 ft.
Full Itinerary
Day1 .- Cusco – Sicuani – Layo – Pallay Punchu
Our adventure begins in the City of Cusco picking you up at 4:30 am (Hotel pick-up) by our Guide along with our carrier. Then we go to the small town of Cusipata, where we will have breakfast. We will continue the trip to the beautiful Laguna de Langui and the small town of Layo. During the tour, we will see beautiful landscapes and animals, such as llamas, alpacas, and some towns in the region.
When we get to Laius, we will begin to climb the mountain; The approximate walking time is 3 to 4 hours, and above 4 thousand meters, we will enjoy the panoramic views, such as the flora and fauna that this beautiful region offers us, finally we will arrive at our destination “Pallay Punchu del Apu T ‘ acllo or Mountain of sharp points ”. Once there, we will have considerable time to enjoy this incredible place.
After visiting Pallay Punchu del Apu T’acllo, we will return to the small town of Layo, where our transport awaits us, back to the city of Cusipata, where we will have lunch, we will make some stops at the viewpoints to know the landscapes that this region offers us. The trip ends in the city of Cusco at night.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Included:
- Transport to and from your hotel in Cusco
- Bilingual guide
- Entrance fee to the Park
- Breakfast
- First aid kit -including a small oxygen tank
- buffet lunch
Not Included:
- Accommodation
- Water and snack
- Horseback available upon request
- Tips
- Travel /Health / Emergency insurance
- Trekking poles – you can rent them from us
Prices
Pallay Punchu Tour – Guaranteed departures with small groups.
You can depart any day of the week, from March to January. This tour operates with guaranteed departures and small groups, ensuring a personalized and comfortable experience.
💰 Tour prices per person:
- USD 180.00 – Group of 2 persons.
- USD 165.00 – Group of 3 persons
- USD 150.00 – Group of 4 persons
- USD 135.00 – Group of 5 persons
- USD 120.00 – Group of more than 6 people
Enjoy an unforgettable adventure with expert guides, breathtaking scenery and an exclusive small group experience!
Packing List
What you need to bring:
- Water
- Rain jacket – poncho- Long sleeve shirt
- Trekking footwear
- Winter hat and gloves
- Rain pants
- Head Torch
- Snacks
- Sunblock, factor 35+ recommended
- Sunglasses and sun hat
- Camera with spare batteries – batteries run down faster at high altitudes
- Binoculars
- Cash for the entrance fee and extras.
- Trekking poles (recommended especially for the steep descents, can be rented from us)
