from the Andes to Angel Falls

9 days

from Andes to Angel Falls

Andes to Angel Falls is probably one of the most complete experiences you can take in South America. This journey is a perfect blending of nature, wildlife, culture and adventure along 9 days, from the South East to the West of Venezuela in a very active, authentic and photogenic expedition.  

Itinerary

 

Day 1.2.3.4  Angel Falls Expedition
Flight to Canaima N.P on Day 1 early in the morning.
All meals  (except Breakfast on Day 1/ Lunch and Dinner on Day 4). English speaking guide.
Boat trip onto Canaima lagoon and hike to Sapo Falls.
River expedition to the base of Angel Falls.
Accommodation in hammocks in front of Angel Falls for one (2) nightw  + beds for one (1) night at local lodge
Flight out of Canaima N.P on Day 4. No lunch, no dinner included.

Day 5. Llanos- Hato El Cedral
Breakfast.​  ​Wildlife observation tours in the morning and afternoon. (By truck, foot and boat)
Lunch and dinner included.

Day 6.  Hato El Cedral – Andes- Paramo
Breakfast.​ ​Morning tour in El Cedral and drive to the Andes.
Overnight at local posada with dinner included.

Day 7. Sierra Nevada National Park
Breakfast. Hike in Sierra Nevada National Park to Laguna La Mucuy at 4100 meters above the sea level.
Picnic lunch.​ ​Drive to Merida city and Overnight at standard posada, no dinner included.

Day 8. Merida.
Breakfast. Early morning to enjoy a Humming birds feeding show.
City tour in Merida, visit to a local market.  No lunch, no dinner included. Overnight in Merida. 

Day 9. Merida – Caracas
Breakfast and Drive to the airport for your flight to Caracas. 
End of tour.  

This tour can be shortened! Ask us how!

A best seller 20 years ago!

 This was the best seller tour when Merida received many backpackers in the 90's and early 2000 before the Venezuela's collapse.  Since I enjoy giving my clients the opportunity to experience authentic and fun experiences I decided to include it again in the catalog under this "tours with departure dates" formula. 
January- May will be just perfect, almost guaranteeing the infamous Anaconda and seeing plenty of Wildlife when the dry season is on. 
One thing I know, you will be happy to join such experience just as many people did back in those days
Contact me now and let's discuss about the next departures! 

Tour info

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Best times of the Year:  

Angel Falls:  May-November. 
Llanos:  October – April. 

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Angel Falls 
Suitable for people of most ages who have a basic fitness level. Elevation gain of less than 800 meters.

Llanos: easy

Andes:  easy. We will have a hike at about 3600 meters above the sea level but it won’t be hard at all. 

Angel Falls

Wooden motorized canoe in the excursions with a 48 HP Yamaha engine. 

Commercial flights from / to Caracas are in an Embraer 190 for 120 passengers.  

Departures only on Thursdays and Sundays. 
Different schedules:  830am / 1030am / 1230pm
We include flights in all our deals. You will not find them online. 
5 kilos as hand luggage + check in bags 20 kilos 
 

Flights can vary anytime so please take this only as a reference. 

Flight over Angel Falls  by helicopter
Only to be arranged and paid in Canaima lagoon.
Minimum of 4 passengers per flight. The whole flight costs from US$ 1900 to US$ 2200.
About 1 hour or more flight. Please take these rates as a reference, they can fluctuate anytime.  

Our clients always ask/ we answer: 

 
Is the helicopter tour worthy? 
A. Yes! It is a lifetime experience. 
 
Why is the helicopter tour so expensive? 
A.  Canaima National Park is a remote place. Venezuela is still going under some difficulties and fuel can be a big issue plus they have no competitors / not too many pilots available (they all fled overseas during our crisis) , etc, etc. 
 
Can you include it in the tour? 
A. Yes! 
 
I am traveling alone! I don’t want to pay for the full helicopter. What can I do? 
A. Get to Canaima, ask our guide and he will do his best to find others. Once the group is completed you can split expenses. We will do our best to help. 
 
 

Llanos, Andes

Private car transfers

Well selected tourist category hotels/lodges  in between all destinations.
Angel Falls: Rustic / Hammock front of the falls.
Canaima Lagoon:  standard lodge with private bathroom and beds.

Morrocoy:  Local posada in Chichiriviche with beds + private bathroom + AC

Andes:  local posadas lodge with beds + private bathroom.  

Llanos:  Bedrooms with private bathroom and air conditioning. 

Caracas: standard tourist category hotel with private bathroom in a nice and safe area in town. 

Includes

Excludes

  • Accommodation
    Angel Falls: 1 night in Lodge with beds and private bathroom / 2 nights in shelter camps with hammock front of Angel Falls.
    Hotel in the Llanos:  Beds & private bathroom, AC, wifi.Posadas in Merida:  Beds and private bathroom, wifi, restaurant.  
    Caracas:  standard hotel in a very nice and safe location

    Transportation
    Travel by Private vehicles, foot, boat, Flights x 3

    Meals
    As outlined in the itinerary (B,L,D)

    Excursions & Activities
    Angel Falls River Expedition+ Canaima Lagoon + Sapo Falls and/or Hacha Falls + All Transfers IN & OUT . Andes hikes.  Llanos Wildlife safaris. Caracas City Tour.

  • Gratuities
    Porters
    International and domestic air tickets to the gateways of Canaima
    Travel insurance (mandatory)
    Alcoholic and soft drinks
    Spending money – budget for meals, snacks, drinks,
    limited souvenirs, laundry, tips and any extras

    National Park fee in Canaima US$ 20

    PCR Test is mandatory wth negative result 48 hours prior the Angel Falls Expedition. 

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