Angel Falls and trekking to the Lost World

The absolute highlights of trekking in Venezuela - Canoe journey to the foot of Angel Falls - Porter-assisted trek to Roraima`s summit - Trekking beneath the world`s tallest waterfall

Towering above the savannah and tropical forest of Venezuela's Gran Sabana region, the mysterious, sheer-sided Mount Roraima was the inspiration for Conan Doyle's book 'The Lost World'. Travelling to this remote region via the Pemon Indian settlement at Pareitepuy, our 6-day, fully porter-assisted trek takes us through open grassland, then cloud forest and finally via an unlikely secret pathway to Roraima's summit plateau. Exploring amongst the weird rock formations and unique plants of the mountain top, we have inspiring views of neighbouring table-topped peaks. A short flight then takes us to Canaima, where we begin our exciting journey by motorised canoe to the foot of the world's tallest waterfall, the 1000 metre/3200 foot-high Angel Falls. Camping below the falls, close to the palm-fringed river beach, is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. We round off this very special adventure vacation with 2 days of relaxation amongst the stunning coral-reef islands of Los Roques, located 100 kilometres/60 miles off Venezuela's north coast.

Trip Guide
This trip is graded on account of the 6-day return trek to Roraima, which is a short trek at fairly low altitude. Daily distances are short and we will be walking for around 5 to 6 hours each day. We have given the trip the MODERATE grade on account of these factors. However, on our 3-day walk-in, there is a fair amount of height gain. Additionally, we will have to contend with generally humid conditions, several river crossings and it will at times be slippery underfoot. The trek to Roraima's summit is well established and there is a reasonable trail to follow. This holiday also includes a couple of longish days driving, several internal flights and 2 short days of exciting river travel by motorised dugout canoe.

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Itinerary / Highlights

Day 1: Rendezvous at group hotel. A single, timed group airport transfer is provided. KE group package services begin with the evening meal.

Day 2: After breakfast, transfer to the airport and fly to Puerto Ordaz. Meet our transport for the drive to Camp Kamoiran in the Gran Sabana. Lodge accommodation.

Day 3: Before setting off on today's drive, we visit the Kawi Waterfall. Our journey then takes us up onto the Gran Sabana and to the town of San Francisco. Lodge.

Day 4: After a short drive to Pareitepuy (1400m), we set off on trek. After a brief ascent to cross a ridge, we drop down to the Kukenan River and cross it to reach our camp.

Day 5: Today we climb up onto the open savannah below Roraima. We reach the basecamp area at an elevation of around 2000 metres.

Day 6: An early start for the ascent to Roraima's summit plateau. Initially through humid cloud forest, then via a path through the cliffs. Camp. (2875m).

Day 7: A day to explore the summit plateau. There is the option of a long return hike to the high point at the junction of 3 countries. Camp.

Day 8: Time for some last photographs of the plants and the views, before setting off down. We hike out to the Rio Tek, mostly downhill. Camp.

Day 9: After breakfast, we walk out to Pareitepuy and then make the drive back to Santa Elena where we stay overnight in a lodge.

Day 10: Early transfer to the airport for the flight to Canaima. On arrival, visit Canaima Lagoon. Overnight camping, with hammocks.

Day 11: In the morning, we take a motorised canoe upriver to Angel Fall. We have to walk the last couple of hours to a viewpoint. Camp with hammocks at the fall.

Day 12: Boat ride back to Canaima, then lunch and afternoon flight Ciudad Bolivar. Overnight hotel.

Day 13: Early morning check in for the flight back to Caracas, then an onward flight to Los Roques. Remainder of day at leisure. Lodge on the beach.

Day 14: Full day on Los Roques with an optional boat ride to visit a different island. Beach lazing and snorkelling opportunities. Lodge on the beach.

Day 15: Transfer to the airport for the flight back to Caracas where KE group package services end.

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Accommodation Details

8 nights hotels and lodges, 6 nights camping.