Roraima - the lost world

(9 or 10 days)

DAY 1: Uruyén Camp – Campo Guayaraca (5 hours)

Upon arrival to Uruyén the tour leader and porters will sort out the logistics for packing, giving time to take a swim before a light lunch and our first day’s hike. Normally each person will have their own porter. The hike will commence promptly across the savanna to the Rio Ököine, where we will take a short lunch break and rest for a few moments before beginning the steep climb to Cerro Guayaraca. Finally arriving at our camp situated next to a small stream where we can refresh ourselves and make camp for the night. Dinner will be around 7:00pm.

DAY 2: Campo Guayaraca – El Peñón (6-7 hours)

Breakfast early around at 6:00am to avoid the early morning sun, after which we will repack and set off on the trek towards El Peñón (the Rock) reaching the shade of the mysterious rain forest before the sun gets too hot. Lunch will be taken at Tapir Camp, a large rocky outcrop on a plateau shaded from the sun. Following lunch we will continue our ascent at a good pace for another three hours or so, to a point with amazing views of the valley below at a height of 1,600 metres (5,240 ft.) – El Peñón. Close by there is a stream where one can cool off and fill the water bottles for the next day. Dinner again will be around 7:00pm.

DAY 3: El Peñón – El Oso Camp (6-7 hours)

In the morning after breakfast, around 8:00am, we will continue our climb / trek towards the summit reaching the Paloma Wall where we’ll rest up for a while before setting off once more towards the summit and El Libertador – approx 4 hrs. in duration.

It’s a tricky climb (called “bouldering”) using knotted ropes at different points for the climb to the summit which is fondly known as “The Liberator”. Tip – bring gloves to grip the ropes and rocks along the way especially in case of rainfall. This part of the climb is simply spectacular; no words can describe the scenery with lush vegetation growing on rocky outcrops and the views…… At the summit we will lunch before taking another 3 hr. hike to our next camp for the night, El Oso (the Bear) – another rocky overhang under which we will set up camp. Dinner once again will be served around 7:00pm.

DAY 4: El Oso – El Dragon (4 hours)

After breakfast, we will hike to El Dragon, through terrain sculptured over millions of years with crazy animal like rock formations. A hike of approximately 4 hrs. to a picturesque camp in rainforest alongside a “black” river.

Lunch at Dragon followed by a hike up the “second wall” of the tepui to experience the vistas of the tepui below. Dinner at 6-7 pm.

DAY 5: El Dragon – El Oso

Following breakfast we will explore our surroundings and take a short walk along the river to where the Churún disappears under a great rock that appears to swallow it. After lunch, we will return to El Oso Camp, arriving at approximately 5:30 pm. Dinner at 7:00pm.

DAY 6: El Oso

Today we will relax before our return down the tepui, taking breakfast around 8:00am, discovering the surroundings around the Churún River. We’ll have a picnic beside the river, where we’ll relax before returning to camp for the night and dinner. Here we will see many different plant types such as sundews (carnivorous plants), orchids amongst other endemic species.

DAY 7: El Oso – El Peñón

Rising early, taking breakfast before returning along the same path back to El Peñón enjoying lunch en route at El Libertador, with its spectacular views of the valley below. A great place to take photos of the “bust” of Simon Bolivar, named as such by students from the Central University of Venezuela back in 1956. Dinner at 7:00 pm at El Peñón.

Day 8: From El Peñón – Uruyén

Early breakfast around 6:00am before the downward trek to Camp Guayaraca, lunch and descent to Uruyén Lodge.

Itinerary Brief to Angel Falls (12 days)

Day 1: Uruyén to Guayaraca
Day 2: Guayaraca – El Peñón
Day 3: El Peñón – El Oso
Day 4: El Oso – La Neblina
Day 5: La Neblina – Estacion Central Auyántepui
Day 6: Estacion – Salto Angel (Angel Falls)
Day 7: Full Day at Angel Falls
Day 8: Salto Angel – Estacion
Day 9: Estacion – El Dragon
Day 10: El Dragon – El Oso
Day 11: El Oso – El Peñón
Day 12: El Peñón – Guayaraca or Uruyén


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roraima - the lost world

Roraima is a fabulous trek that will demand some effort to reach the top of summit in our 6 days trek (we can make it in 7 days too).Sharing a triple border between Brazil, Venezuela, and Guyana, Mount Roraima is a the perfect place to visit for adventurous travellers. 

Trek across savannah with the towering landscapes of Kukenan and Roraima in the distance. Climb through primary rain forest to  reach the summit of Roraima. Explore its fascinating surface with rock formations and Crystal Valley that just simply defy words.This table top mountain known to many as “The Lost World.“

ITINERARY

Day 1. Caracas - Santa Elena de Uairen

Fly from Caracas directly to Puerto Ordaz, them drive approx. 8 hours to Santa Elena de Uairen for overnight. (No meals)

Roraima Trek. Venezuela.
Hacha and Golodrina with Kurun and Kusari tepuis on the background
Roraima Trek. Venezuela
Crossing the Tek river.

Day 2. Parai Tepui - Tek River

We will drive to Parai Tepuy (1600 above sea level) to hike nearly 5hours through open savannah before reaching the Kukenan Camp at a height of1050m. You will cross two rivers which can be difficult when the Kukenan grows after rainfall. Our guide and porters will set up the camp for a nice dinner in the foothills of Roraima. (14 kilometers hike/ 5 hours / all meals).

Day 3. Tek River - Roraima Base Camp

Today we will hike 10 km to Roraima’s base camp, located at 1,850 meters above sea level, crossing lowland savannah and beautiful landscapes covered with orchids and fascinating plant life. Spectacular views everywhere, especially the two tabletop mountains in the distance. On arrival at base camp you may like to take a refreshing swim in the river close by (about 5 hours hiking, all meals).

Roraima Trek Venezuela
Kukenan from base camp.

 

Roraima Trek, Canaima National Park - Venezuela Roraima base camp.

Day 4. Base Camp - Roraima Summit

Leaving base camp we hike about 3 hours (1,5kms) to the top of The Lost World at 2,700m. An exhilarating hike with spectacular views and an overwhelming number of ferns, bromeliads and other rare plants. The sheer wall of Roraima is a tough climb to the summit at 2,700m. The path continues through rain forest and up to the plateau, where there are interesting rock formations, the result of 2 billion years of erosion! 

The prehistoric and unusual plants on the summit are a wonder to behold. Our tents will be set up in natural caves for two nights, providing protection from the frequent mists and showers on top. (All meals)

Day 5. Roraima Summit - Triple Point

We will explore the fantasy land atop Roraima whose summit is 45 kilometres long and 20 kilometres wide. We will visit the Crystal Valley where we find strange and beautiful quartz rocks and a bizarre landscape, hiking up and down, crossing creeks and boggy terrain, passing through natural labyrinths with great views the Gran Sabana and Kukenan Tepui window, enjoy a refreshing swim in the natural jacuzzi with red, sand and golden colours on its waters.  

Overnight in tents set in a natural cavity. (All meals).

Roraima Trek Venezuela Strange rock formations on the summit of Roraima.

 

Tek River.

Day 6. Roraima Summit - Tek River Camp

Today we will hike down 10,5 kms for about 7hours to Tek River enjoying some of the last views of the walls of Roraima. (All mealls).

Day 7. Tek River Camp to Para Tepui.

We will walk about 4 hours to Parai Tepuy. No Lunch included. Leisure afternoon to relax.

Overnight in San Francisco de Yuruani.  (Only B)

Roraima Trek, Canaima National Park - Venezuela
Small group with proters. Tek River camp.

Day 8. San Francisco de Yuruani - Puerto Ordaz.

Drive back to Puerto Ordaz. Overnight at standard posada.

Day 9. Puerto Ordaz - Caracas.

Morning flight to Caracas. End of tour.

Roraima Trek, Canaima National Park - Venezuela 

Fresh water dip on the summit. Not for the faint hearted!

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Roraima - the lost world

(9 or 10 days)

roraima - the lost world

Roraima is a fabulous trek that will demand some effort to reach the top of summit in our 6 days trek (we can make it in 7 days too).Sharing a triple border between Brazil, Venezuela, and Guyana, Mount Roraima is a the perfect place to visit for adventurous travellers. 

Trek across savannah with the towering landscapes of Kukenan and Roraima in the distance. Climb through primary rain forest to  reach the summit of Roraima. Explore its fascinating surface with rock formations and Crystal Valley that just simply defy words.This table top mountain known to many as “The Lost World.“

ITINERARY

Day 1. Caracas - Santa Elena de Uairen

Fly from Caracas directly to Puerto Ordaz, them drive approx. 8 hours to Santa Elena de Uairen for overnight. (No meals)

Roraima Trek. Venezuela.
Hacha and Golodrina with Kurun and Kusari tepuis on the background
Roraima Trek. Venezuela
Crossing the Tek river.

Day 2. Parai Tepui - Tek River

We will drive to Parai Tepuy (1600 above sea level) to hike nearly 5hours through open savannah before reaching the Kukenan Camp at a height of1050m. You will cross two rivers which can be difficult when the Kukenan grows after rainfall. Our guide and porters will set up the camp for a nice dinner in the foothills of Roraima. (14 kilometers hike/ 5 hours / all meals).

Day 3. Tek River - Roraima Base Camp

Today we will hike 10 km to Roraima’s base camp, located at 1,850 meters above sea level, crossing lowland savannah and beautiful landscapes covered with orchids and fascinating plant life. Spectacular views everywhere, especially the two tabletop mountains in the distance. On arrival at base camp you may like to take a refreshing swim in the river close by (about 5 hours hiking, all meals).

Roraima Trek Venezuela
Kukenan from base camp.

 

Roraima Trek, Canaima National Park - Venezuela Roraima base camp.

Day 4. Base Camp - Roraima Summit

Leaving base camp we hike about 3 hours (1,5kms) to the top of The Lost World at 2,700m. An exhilarating hike with spectacular views and an overwhelming number of ferns, bromeliads and other rare plants. The sheer wall of Roraima is a tough climb to the summit at 2,700m. The path continues through rain forest and up to the plateau, where there are interesting rock formations, the result of 2 billion years of erosion! 

The prehistoric and unusual plants on the summit are a wonder to behold. Our tents will be set up in natural caves for two nights, providing protection from the frequent mists and showers on top. (All meals)

Day 5. Roraima Summit - Triple Point

We will explore the fantasy land atop Roraima whose summit is 45 kilometres long and 20 kilometres wide. We will visit the Crystal Valley where we find strange and beautiful quartz rocks and a bizarre landscape, hiking up and down, crossing creeks and boggy terrain, passing through natural labyrinths with great views the Gran Sabana and Kukenan Tepui window, enjoy a refreshing swim in the natural jacuzzi with red, sand and golden colours on its waters.  

Overnight in tents set in a natural cavity. (All meals).

Roraima Trek Venezuela Strange rock formations on the summit of Roraima.

 

Tek River.

Day 6. Roraima Summit - Tek River Camp

Today we will hike down 10,5 kms for about 7hours to Tek River enjoying some of the last views of the walls of Roraima. (All mealls).

Day 7. Tek River Camp to Para Tepui.

We will walk about 4 hours to Parai Tepuy. No Lunch included. Leisure afternoon to relax.

Overnight in San Francisco de Yuruani.  (Only B)

Roraima Trek, Canaima National Park - Venezuela
Small group with proters. Tek River camp.

Day 8. San Francisco de Yuruani - Puerto Ordaz.

Drive back to Puerto Ordaz. Overnight at standard posada.

Day 9. Puerto Ordaz - Caracas.

Morning flight to Caracas. End of tour.

Roraima Trek, Canaima National Park - Venezuela 

Fresh water dip on the summit. Not for the faint hearted!

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If you are interested or have any questions, please fill out this contact form so we can help you to create an adventure of a lifetime.

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