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Venezuela Trekking Trip: The Piranha Tour!

15 days tour

from €1 429 / person

Length 15 days

Type of tour WITH TOUR GUIDE

Accommodation Camping & Apartment

Level INTERMEDIATE

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OVERVIEW

Venezuela Trekking Experience Trip

This tour begins either in Caracas or on Isla Margarita and takes you to the Orinoco Delta and Eco Camp, where you can experience nature and indigenous culture and spend two nights in traditional Warao huts. Then you travel to Ciudad Bolívar, where you will spend one night in the colonial center. With a light aircraft, you will fly to the village of Canaima to explore the impressive waterfalls and rivers of Canaima National Park. Accommodation is in beds near the Canaima Lagoon and one night in hammocks in front of Angel Falls. Back in Ciudad Bolívar, you will take the night bus to Santa Elena to begin a 6-day hike on Roraima. The tour ends with a night bus ride to Puerto Ordaz, from where you can continue your journey to Caracas, Margarita, or another destination in Venezuela.

Introduction to the Venezuela Tour

This Venezuela tour is a two-week journey through time: We visit the Warao indigenous people, a proud nation in the vast Orinoco Delta, who have successfully resisted hostile attacks and colonization by European conquerors to this day. Additionally, we move across rock formations that are among the oldest on Earth: the Guyana Massif was formed about 2.2 billion years ago. This tour is usually available weekly. Since a minimum number of participants of four is required for the tour to take place, we recommend sending us an inquiry. The Orinoco is one of the longest and most water-rich rivers in the world. It is also connected to the Amazon through the Brazo Casiquiare and Rio Negro. The difficult river system of the Orinoco was explored relatively late (e.g. by Humboldt around 1800). The endless swamp landscape of the Orinoco Delta is the habitat of the Warao. Due to the inaccessibility of the area from external influences, they belong to one of the last peoples of South America who have largely retained their traditional way of life. They invite us to experience their traditional life up close and to navigate through the spectacular nature of the river in a canoe (curiara): fauna and flora display an unique biodiversity. From the water to the mountains: "Jurassic Park" by Steven Spielberg was not filmed in the National Park Canaima, in the Guyana Massif by coincidence. The rainforest national park is not the only highlight: there is also the Salto Angel, the highest waterfall in the world at 979 m, or the incredible sandstone table mountains, home to numerous creatures that are found exclusively here, or the so-called Guyana Shield, one of the ancient geological rock formations of the Guyana Massif. Dive into the mystical rainforest of Venezuela!

Daily program: Venezuela Trekking Trip: The Piranha Tour!

1st Day: Airport

Arrival at the International Airport in Caracas. You will be picked up and taken to a small, clean and safe hotel near the airport. Overnight stay.

2nd Day: Orinoco Eco Camp

You will be picked up at the hotel in the morning and driven to the National Airport in Caracas (or to Porlamar Airport if you are on Isla de Margarita). Flight from Caracas or Margarita to Maturín and transfer to the small village of San José de Buja. Here our Orinoco Delta adventure begins. We travel by motorboat past dense jungle until we finally arrive at the Orinoco Eco Camp. To help you feel at home in our camp, we start with a camp tour. This way, you will learn about the functions, objectives, and successes of our camp. Afterwards, we equip you with fishing rods and nets and head out for piranha fishing. If you're successful, the fish will be happily prepared for you as a light snack in camp. After lunch, we take a boat tour of exploration. We bring you to the narrower channels in the heart of the delta where you can soak in the breathtaking surroundings. It is always possible to observe exotic animals. Parrots, toucans, monkeys, freshwater dolphins, and butterflies of all sizes and colors have their natural habitat here. The plant life is equally colorful and will enchant you. To crown the end of this day, you will experience a dreamlike sunset in the delta. Back at camp, a warm dinner awaits you and there is the possibility to enjoy a drink at our bar and chat with other guests. If you like, you can join a night tour to observe nocturnal animals like snakes or caimans.

3rd Day: Sunset in the Delta

After breakfast, we have a whole day in the delta. We visit the Warao Indians and gain direct insight into the lifestyle of this South American indigenous tribe. After a light lunch, a Warao guide takes us to a suitable place where our jungle hike begins. Unknown and intense scents flow through the weaving of exotic climbing plants, vines, and giant trees. You will experience the interior of the jungle with all your senses! Such a perfect, non-human world in a not-perfect human world. As night falls, we return to camp and have dinner.

4th Day: Orinoco Delta

Early in the morning, we are usually awakened by howler monkeys communicating loudly with each other. This is the ideal time to go exploring in a typical canoe. You will be equipped with a paddle and a local guide will accompany you. At this time of day, you have a very good chance of observing animals and the sunrise over the Orinoco Delta is an unforgettable experience! Our camp is the only one located in a nature reserve, surrounded by dense primary jungle. Most of the delta, about 3/4, consists of savanna landscape and gallery forests. After breakfast, we will also show you this part of the delta. A visit to a small farm is on the agenda and you have the opportunity to learn more about life in this region. Representatives of the wildlife here include water buffalos, herons, black ibises, etc. Back at camp, a lunch awaits you. After a short siesta, we leave the delta and travel from San José de Buja to Ciudad Bolívar.

5th Day: Canaima Lagoon

In the early morning, we pick you up at your hotel and take you to the airport. With a small plane, we fly to Canaima. This flight takes about an hour and in good weather, you will enjoy breathtaking views of the Gran Sabana. Upon arrival in Canaima, we take you to your accommodation and immediately start with a visit to the famous Canaima Lagoon. We cross the lagoon in a motorized dugout canoe and pass by 4 imposing waterfalls. After a short hike, we reach Salto Sapo and enter the inside of this mighty waterfall by walking through a curtain of water. It is extremely impressive to witness the force with which the water cascades into the lagoon. Later in the day, you will enjoy a warm meal at your hostel by the lagoon. You can use the rest of the day to relax, as the tour to Angel Falls is scheduled for the next day.

6th Day: Angel Falls

After a light breakfast, we set off for Angel Falls at 6:00 AM. We travel about four hours along the Carrao River in the dugout. During the dry season, there may be times when the boat needs to be carried because the water level is too low. Once we reach the 'Devil's Canyon', have your cameras ready. The majestic tabletop mountains and extraordinary rock formations are unique. Upon arriving at Isla Raton, we start the approximately 90-minute hike to the base of the world's highest waterfall - Angel Falls. There, the falling water collects in a natural whirlpool, providing a welcome refreshment. Afterwards, you will have plenty of time to explore the surroundings on your own and take breathtaking photos. After a warm dinner, you will spend the night in a hammock directly opposite Angel Falls.

7th Day: Ciudad Bolivar

After breakfast, we take the boat back to Canaima and then fly to Ciudad Bolívar. You will take a night bus to Santa Elena de Uairén.

8th Day: Santa Elena

Arrival in Santa Elena. Check-in at the hotel. You have the day to yourself and can visit, for example, the Brazilian border. In the late afternoon, briefing for the trek.

9th Day: Pemón Village Pareitepuy

You leave Santa Elena at 8 AM for the 2-3 hour journey by jeep to the Pemón village of Pareitepuy, where visitors register with the national park authority and where porters will take care of the equipment. After a light lunch, you begin a 4-5 hour hike across open savanna until you finally arrive at Tek Camp, where you will spend the night in tents.

10th Day: Rivers Tek and Kukunan

After breakfast, the next 6-hour hike is on the agenda. Today you will cross the Tek and Kukunan rivers, which can be a significant challenge depending on the water level. On the way to the camp where you will have your lunch, you will pass by magnificent orchid fields. The path is now becoming steeper and will bring you after a few hours to the base camp at an altitude of 1,800 m at the foot of Roraima, where you will spend the second night.

11th Day: Cloud Forests

Today is the most difficult day of the trekking tour. After breakfast, you will hike along a steep path that winds through lush, beautiful cloud forests. Surrounded by tropical rainforest, you will walk for about 90 minutes on a natural rock bridge, the only walkable path on the plateau. After a light lunch, you can go explore. The overwhelming view of the Gran Sabana from an elevation of 2700 m will take your breath away. That night, you will sleep on the Roraima plateau, well-protected by a natural stone ledge aptly named 'Los Hoteles'.

12th Day: Hiking to the Valley of Crystals

On the approximately 70 km² surface of the mountain, you will encounter the most bizarre rock formations, carnivorous plants, and strange black frogs. Many of the plants and animal species you will discover up here exist only in this unique place. After breakfast, you will spend about eight hours exploring the plateau. You will hike to the Valley of Crystals, the obelisk marking the tri-border area between Venezuela, Guyana, and Brazil, the waterhole El Pozo, and a cave labyrinth.

13th Day: Tek Camp

After breakfast, you prepare for the 7-8 hour return to Tek Camp. You will retrace your steps through tropical rainforest, across savanna, and cross the two rivers again. If you wish, you can indulge in a refreshing bath in the river at the end of the day.

14th Day: Quebrada de Jaspe

On the last day of the tour, you hike back to the village of Paraitepuy, bid farewell with a well-meant tip to your guides and drive back to Santa Elena by jeep. On the way, a highlight awaits you: The Quebrada de Jaspe, a beautiful waterfall with naturally red rock. Back in Santa Elena, you can take a shower at the accommodation. You will take a night bus to Puerto Ordaz.

15th Day: Departure

Arrival in Puerto Ordaz. By car to the airport. Departure to Caracas, Margarita, or any other major city in Venezuela.

OVERCROSS note on itinerary

The above travel description is a non-binding online proposal and does not represent a binding travel itinerary. We expressly reserve the right to make changes to the route, schedule, and accommodations (§ 651d BGB in conjunction with Art. 250 EGBGB). The terms and conditions of OVERCROSS apply.
Terms and Conditions of OVERCROSS

PRICE

from€1429.00 € / person

✓ Trip includes

✕ Trip does not include

All accommodations
All transfers in the air and on the ground
All meals and non-alcoholic beverages during the excursions
Experienced bilingual guides during the excursions
Tents
Porters for tents, food, water, and cooking equipment
Portable toilet
First-aid kit
Travel security certificate (insolvency security according to BGB §651r) is mandatory for all OVERCROSS trips.

Service

What you need to bring:

Valid passport
Insect repellent
Sun protection
Possibly camera equipment
Short clothing (shorts, T-shirts)
One set of long clothing (long pants, long-sleeved T-shirt, fleece sweater, jacket)
Worn hiking shoes / trekking sandals
Swimwear
Soft bag / backpack (max. 12 kg)
Sleeping bag with comfort temperature +2 ° C
Travel and accident insurance (in case of emergency, it is possible to arrange medical evacuation by helicopter at your expense)

Openness towards the indigenous people and fellow travelers is necessary.

HIGHLIGHTS

Discovery of the Orinoco Delta:

            Experience the untouched nature and traditional life of the Warao with a boat tour.

Experience Canaima National Park:

            Discover the majestic table mountains and the highest waterfall in the world, Angel Falls.

Challenging Roraima hike:

            A unique trekking adventure on one of the oldest rock formations on Earth.

Indigenous culture up close:

            Meet the Warao Indians and experience their fascinating way of life in untouched terrain.

Overnight stays in nature:

Sleep in hammocks in front of Angel Falls, in tents at the foot of Roraima, or on the plateau of the table mountain, surrounded by lush wilderness. These experiences allow you to closely experience the natural beauty of Venezuela and offer a unique opportunity to enjoy the sounds and atmosphere of nature at night. Thus, the nights filled with the singing of crickets and the rustling of waterfalls become an unforgettable part of your journey.

Venezuela Trekking Trip: The Piranha Tour!

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comfortable hiking shoes, light clothing, insect repellent, and possibly rain gear.
The food includes local dishes, including fish from the delta, and snacks during the tours.

Venezuela Trekking Experience Trip

Introduction to the Venezuela Tour

Daily program: Venezuela Trekking Trip: The Piranha Tour!

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Venezuela Trekking Experience Trip

Introduction to the Venezuela Tour

Daily program: Venezuela Trekking Trip: The Piranha Tour!

PRICE

✓ Trip includes

✕ Trip does not include

Service

What you need to bring:

HIGHLIGHTS

Additional options

Travel options

FAQS

Similar Adventures

OUR EXPERIENCE

For over 25 years, OVERCROSS® has been synonymous with guided 4x4 expeditions, self-drive offroad trips & adventures with off-road vehicles, authentic offroad journeys with a spirit of adventure.

19Team members

120+Countries

3000+Completed tours

25+Years of experience

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19
Team members

120+
Countries

3000+
Completed tours

25+
Years of experience