Venezuela - Journey to Angel Falls

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The lost world of Venezuela is a destination with snow-capped peaks of the Andes, abundant wildlife in the Llanos, beautiful coastline, lush jungle, indigenous tribes, interesting colonial history and friendly South American hospitality. Venezuela's greatest natural attraction is the world's highest waterfall, magnificent Angel Falls. Not only is Venezuela on...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Travel to Venezuela's Andes Mountains
    • Spectacular wildlife viewing on the Llanos grasslands
    • Search for wildlife in the Orinoco Delta
    • Visit Pemon villages
    • Explore Canaima Lagoon
    • Witness the spectacular beauty of Angel Falls by scenic flight, on foot and by river boat

What's this trip about?

    The lost world of Venezuela is a destination with snow-capped peaks of the Andes, abundant wildlife in the Llanos, beautiful coastline, lush jungle, indigenous tribes, interesting colonial history and friendly South American hospitality. Venezuela's greatest natural attraction is the world's highest waterfall, magnificent Angel Falls. Not only is Venezuela one of South America's undiscovered travel gems, but a must see destination for adventure travelers. From the capital of Caracas, we fly to Merida, which boasts typical Andean culture and scenery, and is situated high in the mountains. The snow-covered peaks of the Andes create the perfect backdrop to the wildlife rich plains of the Llanos.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 16 people
Age range50 years and up
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityCaracas, Venezuela
End CityCaracas, Venezuela

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Climbing & Mountaineering
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Small Ship Cruise

Destinations

  • South America

Attractions

  • Canaima
  • Caracas
  • Santo Domingo

Activities

  • Bird watching
  • Dolphin Swim
  • Educational/ learning
  • Hiking
  • Historic sightseeing
  • Nature
  • Wildlife viewing

Trip includes

    • All accommodations throughout
    • All meals, starting with dinner on day 1 and finishing with breakfast on departure day (i.e. the last day of the ElderTreks tour)
    • Bottled drinking water throughout the trip
    • All internal transportation; airport transfers on day 1 and departure day (i.e. the last day of the ElderTreks tour)
    • All day trips and entrance fees as outlined in the itinerary
    • Tips for hotels (porterage), bus driver, restaurants and spot guides; services of a trip leader.

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Arrive in Caracas

Upon arrival in Caracas we are met and transferred to our hotel. This afternoon is at your leisure for you to enjoy our hotel situated close to Marina Grande beach. This evening we have our welcome dinner. Overnight in Caracas.

Day 2: Caracas

This morning we will have the opportunity to visit the colonial sites of Caracas including Simon Bolivar's birthplace and, availability permitting, take the Teléferico (cable car) up to Pico El Avila, El Avila National Park overlooking the majestic city of Caracas. Th...

Day 3: Fly to Merida

Today we fly to Merida, taking us into Venezuela's Andes Mountains. In the afternoon, time permitting, we will visit Venezuela de Antier theme park where we will see an exhibition of Venezuela's history. We will concentrate on the regions of Venezuela where we will vi...

Day 4: Merida Sights, to Santo Domingo

Today we continue along the Transandean and the Llanos highways to the Mifafi Highlands in the Paramos - home of the Andean condor. There, we will visit the Juan Manuel Paez Biological Station, where we will learn about this impressive bird and perhaps even see one ci...

Day 5: Descend from the Andes to Hato Cedral

Leaving the picturesque mountain ranges of the Andes, we drive down to the wetlands of Venezuela to the incredible wildlife reserves of the "Llanos". This vast grassland with its flood/drought cycle produces a unique ecosystem with incredible wildlife concentrations. ...

Day 6: Hato Cedral

Today we will enjoy a few different tours exploring the expanse of the Hato on foot, by boat and four-wheel drive jeep. It is possible to observe numerous species of birds and mammals at extraordinarily close distances as they travel through the area searching for foo...

Day 7: Hato Cedral to Caracas

Today, we enjoy an early morning excursion to search for more wildlife of the Llanos. We will have time to relax by the pool before lunch, followed by our journey to Barinas and the airport for our early evening flight to Caracas. Overnight in La Guaira (outskirts of Caracas on the ocean near the airport).

Day 8: Caracas to the Orinoco Delta

After breakfast, we will make our way to the Caracas airport and fly to Maturin. From Maturin, we will transfer overland to the small "port" of San Bujas and for the rest of our journey take to the river to our lodge deep in the Orinoco Delta passing small Indian sett...

Day 9: Orinoco Delta

Early morning we will explore the tributaries once again looking for howler and capuchin monkeys in the trees and even pink dolphins in the rivers. During the day we will further explore our surroundings with more wildlife observations and take to the river to try our...

Day 10: To Ciudad Bolivar

Before breakfast we will have the chance for one last excursion before departing once again by river and overland back to Ciudad Bolivar. Located at a narrow part of the Orinoco River it has a long history and commercial importance. We will have some time to relax pool-side before dinner. Overnight Ciudad Bolivar.

Day 11: Uruyen Lodge
This morning we fly to Uruyen Lodge in Canaima National Park, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Our magnificent flight retraces Jimmie Angel's infamous flight as the first westerner to view Angel Falls. Although his flight took place in 1939, it was not until 1...
Day 12: Kayak
This morning, our luggage is taken off by jeep and we head out for a 3-hour trek via the local Pemon Indian Villages of Old Uruyen and Santa Marta to Kavak. In Santa Marta we will have the opportunity to visit some Pemon children in their school. Kavak is located on a sa...
Day 13: Canaima - Sapo and Hacha Falls; Angel Falls Flight
Early this morning, we have the possibility of a visit to the old Pemon village of Kamarata, a pleasant, local administrative capital for the Pemon. The locals are friendly and it is a great place for a leisurely walk. From here we will fly to Canaima, with our second o...
Day 14: Angel Falls
Angel Falls is the highest uninterrupted waterfall in the world (15 times higher than Niagara Falls). It was discovered in 1935 by the American aviator and adventurer, James C. Angel, after whom it is named. The almost 3,212 feet (979 meter) free flow water drop is trul...
Day 15: Ciudad Bolivar
After breakfast, we must bid a fond farewell to Angel Falls. Breakfast at our campsite and then relaxing in our curiae as, we can enjoy the trip down the Rio Churún. Arriving in Canaima in time for lunch, we will transfer to the airport for our flight to Ciudad Bolivar. ...
Day 16: Ciudad Bolivar to Caracas
This time our stay in this lovely colonial city will allow a little time to explore. Located at a narrow part of the Orinoco River it has a long history and commercial importance. Originally named Angostura in 1764, the town has given its name to the shrub-like Angostura...
Day 17: Departure from Caracas
Our Venezuela Adventure concludes with a transfer to Caracas International Airport for your departure flight.

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Price per day$382
Last Updated: 9/25/2018

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ElderTreks is the world's first adventure travel company designed exclusively for people 50 and over. Established in 1987, ElderTreks offers active, off-the-beaten-path, small-group adventures by both land and sea in over 100 countries. ElderTreks offers wildlife and tribal African safaris, active hiking trips to the Rockies, Himalayas and Andes, expeditions by icebreakers to the Arctic and Antarctic and cultural journeys throughout Asia, South America and much of the world. We invite you to browse through our website, request a catalogue or give us a call. A real person will always answer during business hours. We hope you can join ElderTreks on one of our small group adventures for travelers 50 plus.

Here are some of great reasons to travel with ElderTreks:

Small group experience: Maximum group size on our land adventures is 16 - guaranteed.

Expedition ships, not cruise ships (Capacity of 8-200 passengers): On our ship-based adventures, we use expedition ships - not cruise ships. Smaller vessels allow for more personal interaction and reduce our impact at the sites we visit.

Experts with first-hand knowledge: When you book a trip with ElderTreks, you have access to people who have been where you are going. You may deal directly with people who are able to answer your questions.

Genuine travel experiences: ElderTreks takes you off the beaten path on carefully crafted itineraries that are unique and thoughtfully planned. We do not support conveyor-belt tourism, where groups are pushed through a rigid itinerary at the expense of spontaneity.

Sustainable, responsible travel: We support a number of development projects throughout the world, and we make sure you have close contact with local people. During some of our adventures, you have the opportunity to visit schools and orphanages.

Comfortable, charming accommodations: We select hotels based on comfort, location and charm with private washrooms. Shared facilities are only used where there is no alternative, and such exceptions are clearly noted.

Great value: Our many repeat travelers tell us that we consistently deliver high caliber journeys at an affordable price. You will find our adventures eventful, stimulating and great value for your money.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights
    • Tips to ElderTreks tour leader
    • National guide
    • Alcoholic drinks
    • Visa’s and travel insurance.

Accommodation

,We always stay in very good hotels and guesthouses that have been chosen on the basis of location, atmosphere and local charm. Please note that there is 1 night of camping at Angel Falls which is basic with shared facilities.

Transportation & Flights

All land transportation is included in the land price of the trip. We use mini-vans, 4x4 vehicles, local ferries, canoes, scenic flights on small aircraft, scheduled flights and of course by foot. The trip cost also includes 7 internal flights.,

Transportation & flights

All land transportation is included in the land price of the trip. We use mini-vans, 4x4 vehicles, local ferries, canoes, scenic flights on small aircraft, scheduled flights and of course by foot. The trip cost also includes 7 internal flights.
Cancellation policy

Participants booked on all land-based adventures may receive a refund for a cancelled trip, subject to a cancellation fee, as follows:

Cancellation made Cancellation Fee (days before departure)

More than 100 days: deposit amount*

31 – 99 days:  50% of tour price

0 – 30 days : 100% of tour price

Please note cancellations for Heli-Hiking in the Canadian Rockies and Polar Bears of Churchill between 0-70 days is 100% of tour price.

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Age Requirements
50 years and up
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