| Duration: | 9 Day(s) - 8 Night(s) |
| Tour Category: | Trekking |
Code: ALB-E701
One of South America's Most Impressive natural displays. The Auyantepui is a high sandstone plateau that belongs to the Roraima formation, one of the oldest in the world (2.000 million years), already existing when Africa and America were one big continent. Its flat top has an area of approximately 700 km2, as large as to fit many of the Caribbean Islands on it.
The Angel Falls, the Highest Waterfall in the World, drops from the mysterious Auyantepuy, named by the Pemon Indians, meaning "The House of the Waters". This Tepuy's major feature is the diversity of habitats and the endemic forms of life. The flora and the fauna on the top are completely different from those at the bottom, and many species remain unrecorded. On top, we can find swamps, sandstone fields, volcanic rock formations, and pink rivers.
Classification: Grade VI. It is a demanding, challenging adventure with extensive outdoor activity. Requires excellent fitness and endurance, plus previous experience and a degree of skill in trekking.
Size of the group: MIN 4 PAX-MAX 12
Averages of Trek: 6 hours/day
Altitude: 1800 feet above sea level, ascending to 8,000 feet
Duration: 9 days / 8 nights
Temperature: Average 25 C° MIN 2°C (at night)
Personal equipment for the Expedition: the max weight allowed is 15 kilos /pax
Season: October-April **Ask for departure dates
9 Days/ 8 Nights
Day 1. Caracas
Arrival at Maiquetia International airport, assistance and presentation of the program with all the useful tips and details. Transfer to the hotel in Caracas Littoral. Overnight.
Day 2. Ciudad Bolivar – Kavac (BLD) (6 Hours trekking)
Transfer to the airport. Flight to Ciudad Bolivar to continue to Kavac in a Cessna airplane (1 hour). Marvelous view of the underlying savannah and jungle landscape. With good weather, we fly over Auyantepuy between the cliff walls of the "Devil's Mountain" and finally arrive at the longest free-falling waterfall in the world. The "Angel Falls" plunges 979 mts down to form the Churun River. We land in Kavac, an idyllic village of palm-thatched huts that lies at the base of the massive tabletop mountain, The Auyantepuy.
Arrive at the Indian Community of the Pemon Group in Kamarata, to breathe in the tranquility of this unique Indian village. This is the starting point of the trek. Trekking towards the Camp, a camp located beside the Guayaraca River with an excellent view. This journey is through an impressive open plain and forests of the Uruyen Valley. The trek will take about 6 hours, including stops for drinks and lunch. Overnight.
Day 3. Trekking (BLD) (5 Hours)
Breakfast. We will continue uphill to reach the base camp at "El Peñon". It is a journey through pristine and dense cloud forest. Overnight.
Day 4. Trekking (BLD) (5 Hours)
Breakfast. Non-technical ascent to the summit through dense forest, with a lot of endemic species (bromelias, orchids), with about seven places with the support of a fixed rope (no climbing). Arrival at Libertador Camp. The exploration on top will begin. Overnight.
Day 5. Trekking (BLD) (6 Hours)
Enjoy a nutritious breakfast and prepare yourself for a delightful full day exploring on top. The Auyantepuy is 700 square kilometers on top. Hike across a rugged plateau following an undulating, unmarked trail to the Orange River. Look for endemic wildlife and the most unique plants in the world.
Day 6. Trekking (BLD) (8 Hours)
Breakfast. Descend to the Guayaraca Camp (about 8 hours including stops for drinks and lunch). Camping by the River. Overnight.
Day 7. Trekking (BLD) (6 Hours)
Breakfast. Trek from Guayaraca Camp to our starting point in Kavac. Experience the adventure of Kavak's Cave. Under the natives guidance, we will start a twenty-minute trek to the impressive Canyon. We begin walking along a wide savannah, with the amazing view of the rock wall formed by the Auyantepuy. As we walk toward the gorge, the vegetation changes abruptly into dense jungle.
The hiding places of ocelots, anteaters, macaws, parrots, and toucans. You will enjoy the Kavak River and its many swimming holes, formed in the cavities of reddish, shining rocks, which invite you to plunge. We will swim through a narrow gorge where cascading water falls with great force, creating a natural pool, where you will enjoy a relaxing bath.
The view of the waterfalls turns the adventure into a truly mystical experience; you will be surrounded by rock walls, which are formed by the tepuy's deep crevices, which open the visitors to the sight and sounds of the magnificent Kavak falls: a violent white water fall roaring through the middle of a gigantic circle of shiny stones. Return to the lodge. Dinner and overnight in this secluded and exotic place.
Day 8. Canaima National Park (BLD)
Breakfast. Flight to Canaima. During your flight, you will be taken through the Tepuys and will have time to enjoy the spectacular scenery. Reception at Canaima Airport by the local bilingual guide, transfer in a 4X4 jeep until the camp. Welcome cocktail. Enjoy a delicious lunch on the terrace just in front of the Lagoon. In the afternoon, your guide will pick you up at the camp to take a canoe ride to the falls at Canaima Lagoon, short walk through the forest up to Sapo and Sapito Falls. On your way, you will walk under the water curtain that forms from the falling water.
Once you are up the mountain, the view will leave you breathless. In the middle of Canaima National Park, your local guide will give you detailed stories about the ancient rock formations, once considered the gods and goddesses of the Indians. Time to enjoy a bath on the beach in front of the falls.
Return to the lodge. Exquisite gastronomic menus and beverages are served by well-trained staff. It stretches out around the banks of the lake; the cabins are charmingly decorated, furnished with private bathrooms, hot water, and all the amenities suited for the environment. Dinner and overnight
Day 9. Canaima- Puerto Ordaz-Caracas (B)
Breakfast. Free time until transfer to the airport to continue to Caracas or to another beautiful destination, or flight back home...
Included:
Airport Assistances.
All Private transfers airport to the hotel to the airport.
1 night in Caracas Littoral with breakfast, taxes, and services
6 nights in rustic camps in hammocks and tents in Auyantepuy with full board and soft drinks.
1 Night in Canaima Lodge with full board.
Excursions:
Trekking to Auyantepuy
Excursion to Kavac Caves
Boat ride in Canaima Lagoon
Excursion to Sapo Falls.
Local Guides
English speaking guide provided during trekking.
Flights:
Caracas-Ciudad Bolivar
Ciudad Bolivar-Kavac
Kavac-Canaima
Canaima- Caracas
Not included:
Entry fee to Canaima National Park
Domestic Airport taxes
We Recommend Bringing:
Sweat suit and T-shirts, swimsuit, towel, and toilet articles.
Flashlight, camera equipment, and films.
A good pair of hiking boots, as well as solid sneakers.
Lightweight sleeping bag and lightweight backpack.
Light shirts, light pants, long and short.
Light hat or cap, protection: mosquitoes, sun, rain.
