{"id":5370,"date":"2020-07-31T23:44:24","date_gmt":"2020-08-01T04:44:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.inkayniperutours.com\/blog\/?p=5370"},"modified":"2026-05-11T17:26:05","modified_gmt":"2026-05-11T22:26:05","slug":"discover-the-new-rainbow-mountain-pallay-punchu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.inkayniperutours.com\/blog\/discover-the-new-rainbow-mountain-pallay-punchu","title":{"rendered":"Discover the new Rainbow Mountain, Pallay Punchu!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b>Pallay Punchu or Pallay Puncho of Apu T\u2019akllo Apacheta Mountain <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is the newest tourist attraction site in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkayniperutours.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><b>Cusco<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It is part of the list of places for travelers to visit in 2021. Don\u2019t miss the chance to\u00a0 hike the third Rainbow Mountain of Cusco! In this blog, we will share more information about this gift of nature.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_5215\" style=\"width: 875px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5215\" class=\"size-full wp-image-5215\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inkayniperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Pallay-Poncho.webp\" alt=\"Monta\u00f1a Pallay Punchu junto a la laguna Langui\" width=\"865\" height=\"400\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-5215\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><b><i>Pallay Punchu Mountain next to Langui Lagoon- Inkayni Peru Tours<\/i><\/b><\/p><\/div>\n<h2><b>Location and altitude:<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><b>Pallay Punchu Mountain <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is located in the district of Layo, province of Canas, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkayniperutours.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><b>Cusco<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at an altitude of 4700 m.a.s.l. It takes 3 hours approximately to get there from Cusco.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Climate:<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since<\/span><b> Pallay Punchu Mountain<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is located in the region of Cusco, it has two distinct seasons: dry and rainy. Dry season is from May to October and rainy season is from November to April. Something special about the place is that the weather is cold and windy in the mornings\u00a0 while it is dry and sunny in the afternoons.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Best time to visit:<\/b><\/h2>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best season to visit <\/span><b>Pallay Punchu Mountain<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is during the dry season, from May to October, since there is less rain and the roads are safer. You should bring warm clothes.<\/span><\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_5213\" style=\"width: 875px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5213\" class=\"size-full wp-image-5213\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inkayniperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/punchu.webp\" alt=\"Monta\u00f1a de siete colores, Pallay Punchu\" width=\"865\" height=\"400\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-5213\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><b><i>Pallay Punchu, Rainbow Mountain<\/i><\/b><\/p><\/div>\n<h2><b>Pallay Punchu Mountain, the newest tourist attraction site of Cusco<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The people of the surrounding areas also known <\/span><b>Pallay Punchu<\/b> <b>Mountain <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">as <\/span><b>Pallay Punchu of Apu T\u00e1kllo Apacheta<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. One of the things that stands out the most are the jagged peaks of the mountain. This is the third Rainbow Mountain that has been recently discovered. It is really worth to visit the mountain while staying in one of the most beautiful cities of the world, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkayniperutours.com\/blog\/plaza-de-armas-of-cusco\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><b>Cusco<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It owes its existence to the geological formation which contributes to its variety of colors such us red, brown, marron, magenta and some others. Not only the colors make this a beautiful spot, but also the impressive view you get there. It is next to \u201cLangui\u201d Lagoon!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script><br \/>\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display: block; text-align: center;\" data-ad-layout=\"in-article\" data-ad-format=\"fluid\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3505230926454944\" data-ad-slot=\"3247790964\"><\/ins><br \/>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/p>\n<h2>How to get there?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compared to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkayniperutours.com\/blog\/vinicunca-the-rainbow-mountain\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><b>Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain <\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkayniperutours.com\/blog\/three-rainbow-mountains-come-and-visit-palcoyo-rainbow-mountain\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><b>Palccoyo Rainbow<\/b><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkayniperutours.com\/blog\/three-rainbow-mountains-come-and-visit-palcoyo-rainbow-mountain\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><b>Mountain<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it is easier to get to Pallay Punchu Rainbow Mountain. You need to take the transportation from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkayniperutours.com\/blog\/visit-the-12-oldest-streets-of-cusco-imperial-city-of-the-incas\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><b>Cusco<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to Layo, Canas.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We will travel a total distance of\u00a0 5.3 km approximately. Once in Layo, we will start the hike up to the mountain. It will take from 3 to 4 hours to get to the top. If you are in good health condition, it can be less time. Please note that it is important to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkayniperutours.com\/blog\/how-to-acclimate-to-the-altitude-in-cusco\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><b>acclimatize to the altitude in Cusco<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> before doing any challenging hike.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_5214\" style=\"width: 875px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5214\" class=\"size-full wp-image-5214\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inkayniperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/palla.webp\" alt=\"Pallya Punchu\" width=\"865\" height=\"400\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-5214\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><strong><em>Pallay Punchu<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/div>\n<h2><b>Inkayni tips for the hike:<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be in good physical condition. This way to will be able to get to the top of the Pallay Punchu Mountain.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bring trekking poles to keep the balance while hiking the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkayniperutours.com\/blog\/vinicunca-or-palcoyo-which-one-to-choose\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><b>Rainbow mountain<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. They will help you go up and down the hill.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Come 2 or 3 days before you start any hike in Cusco. This way you can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkayniperutours.com\/blog\/how-to-acclimate-to-the-altitude-in-cusco\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><b>acclimatize to the altitude in Cusco<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wear a hat and sunscreen to prevent from sun damage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you wear glasses make sure they have UV sun-block.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since the weather in Cusco unpredictable, bring a rain poncho.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pack warm clothes like raincoats, beanie, gloves, etc. Mornings can be very cold.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hiking shoes must be worn in advance to avoid hurting your feet.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script><br \/>\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display: block; text-align: center;\" data-ad-layout=\"in-article\" data-ad-format=\"fluid\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3505230926454944\" data-ad-slot=\"3247790964\"><\/ins><br \/>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/h4>\n<h2><b>Is it better to hire a tourist agency?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are two ways to get to <\/span><b>Pallay Punchu mountain.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The first is going on your own, but you need to go with someone who knows the road to the mountain. Make sure to have someone reliable to take you there. This way you can avoid any inconvenience.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, for your own safety, we recommend hiring the service of a licensed tour operator. If you do so, your main concern will only be taking good pictures along the road to <\/span><b>Pallay Punchu Mountain.<\/b><\/strong><\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_5212\" style=\"width: 875px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5212\" class=\"size-full wp-image-5212\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inkayniperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Payllaipuncho.webp\" alt=\"Pallay Punchu, Inkayni Peru Tours\" width=\"865\" height=\"400\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-5212\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><em><strong>Pallay Punchu, Inkayni Peru Tours<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p><\/div>\n<h2><b>What is the recommended age to hike Pallay Punchu <\/b><b>Mountain<\/b><b>?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although anyone is allowed to hike this mountain, we recommend no one younger than 12 years old go hiking. If you have children with you, no one will take responsibility for them, but you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>What should you bring?<\/b><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personal documents, passport<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extra money (local currency preferable)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Camera<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water. Keep yourself hydrated<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coca leaves to deal with altitude sickness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some snacks<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2610\" src=\"https:\/\/www.inkayniperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/inkayni-1.png\" alt=\"Inkayni\" width=\"254\" height=\"99\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b><i>\u201cThough we travel the world over to find the beautiful, we must carry it with us or we find it not.\u201d<\/i><\/b><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Ralph Waldo Emerson<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pallay Punchu or Pallay Puncho of Apu T\u2019akllo Apacheta Mountain is the newest tourist attraction site in Cusco. It is part of the list of places for travelers to visit in 2021. Don\u2019t miss the chance to\u00a0 hike the third Rainbow Mountain of Cusco! 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