Mount Roraima
Trek to Roraima 8 days & 7 nights
- Departing and ending in Santa Elena de Uairen.
- 6 days: 85 kilometers hiking | 7 days: 95 kilometers hiking | 8 days: 106 kilometers hiking
- 6 nights in tents in different locations of Roraima
- We can pick you up in Boa Vista at extra cost.
- We run our tours with minimum 6 participants and maximum 16.
- Prices per person: 6 days US$ 650 | 7 days US$ 750 | 8 days US$ 850 per person.
- Canaima National Park US$ 10 is not included.
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- Combine this trek with Angel Falls and get a lifetime experience: The Lost World
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Roraima will really impress you and will demand effort to reach the top of The Lost World On our 8-day trek, we will reach the unique “Punto Triple,” where Brazil, Venezuela, and Guyana converge. We will also visit the secluded Gladys Lake and “La Proa,” two of Mount Roraima’s most iconic landmarks. This expedition is quite a thrill.
Itinerary
Day 1. Parai Tepui – Tek River
We will depart very early in the morning at 8:00 AM. The journey begins in a 4×4 vehicle from Santa Elena de Uairén, lasting approximately 2 hours: one hour on a paved road to the park entrance in San Francisco de Yuruani, and another hour on a dirt road to the community of Paraitepuy. There, we will register with the park rangers. We will then hike 13.5 km for about 4 hours to the first camp, which could be Río Tek or Kukenan. We will spend the night there and have dinner (L,D).
Day 2. Tek River- Base camp
We will start the day with a hot coffee while we prepare our backpacks. After breakfast, we will set off before 8:00 AM. We will hike 7 km for about 4 hours. This day marks the start of the ascent, so the trail will become more challenging. Upon arrival at the base camp, we will have lunch and rest. Along the way, we will take breaks for a snack. We will spend the afternoon and night at the base camp. (All meals).
Day 3. Base camp to the top!
After breakfast, we will depart at 8:30 AM. This will be the most difficult ascent day as we navigate along the Roraima wall. We will take a snack break halfway through the climb. We aim to reach the top before 2:00 PM, where we will have lunch. In the evening, we will hike to the highest point of Roraima, called Maverick, at 2810 meters above sea level. There, we will take photos before returning to the camp for dinner. We will remain at this camp for 3 nights. (All meals)
Day 4. Roraima Mountain Top
We will pack up the camp and head to Hotel Coatí, located on the Brazilian side of Roraima. During the hike, we will stop to photograph the rock formations created by erosion. This segment will take about 4 hours. Upon arrival, we will have lunch, take a bath, and do a short exploration. Highlights of the day include visiting Punto Triple, Valle de los Cristales, Lago Coatí, and Mirador Roraiminha, among others.
Day 5. Roraima Top – Tek River
We will wake up at 7:30 AM, have breakfast, and depart for Lago Gladys, the Northern Jacuzzis, Río de Oro, Pozo de los Enamorados, and La Proa. On our return, we will take a bath in Río de Oro or the Jacuzzis, where we will also have lunch and relax. Later, we will return to the camp for dinner. (All Meals)
Day 6. Roraima top -Tek River-
We will wake up early to enjoy the sunrise at Mirador Roraiminha, where we will have breakfast. Then, we will return to camp to pack our backpacks and begin the descent to the base of the mountain, known as Tope. We will arrive at Hotel Guácharo camp. If time allows, we will visit the cave with the same name.
Day 7. Tek River-Santa Elena de Uairen
After breakfast, we will begin the descent to Río Tek, which will take about 7 hours of hiking. We will have lunch at the base camp and dinner upon arrival at Camp Tek.
Day 8. Tek River-Santa Elena de Uairen
The last day of the tour. We will wake up at 5:00 AM to pack and have breakfast before departing at 6:00 AM toward the community of Paraitepuy. A 4×4 vehicle will be waiting for us there with refreshments. We will arrive in Santa Elena around 3:00 PM.
Tour info
Transport
Roraima:
Overland transfers from San Francisco de Yuruani to Río Tek in 4×4 vehicles.
Overland transfers from/to Puerto Ordaz or Ciudad Bolívar in sedan, 4×4 vehicles to Roraima, or local bus.
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Meals
As indicated in the itinerary. (B, L, D / Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
The food is simple and very good.
If you are vegetarian or have specific dietary needs, please let us know in advance.
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Professional Guides
Professional guides are available at each destination, all fluent in Spanish and English.
- Tips
- International airfare
- Travel insurance
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
- Souvenirs
- Laundry and other extras
- Transfers to/from Maiquetía Airport before and after the tour (available as an optional service)
- Porters in Roraima and Salto Angel
- Entry to Canaima National Park, Roraima sector: US$10 per person, payable in cash only. Bring small bills, as they will not have change.
Roraima: Minimum of 5 nights in tents located at the Tepui base, Río Tek Camp, and some caves at the top of Roraima.
For a 7-day trek, there will be 6 nights in tents.
You must bring your own sleeping bag and mat. If needed, we can provide them for an additional fee:
Sleeping bag US$15 + mat US$15
You will share your tent with another participant. If you prefer a single tent, you may opt for one at an additional US$40.
These extra costs are payable in cash only to our team at Roraima.
Roraima:
Not suitable for all. The trek covers approximately 80 km, requiring good physical condition, with steep climbs, high temperatures, and changing weather conditions. However, it is manageable and not highly difficult.
Porters are available for US$30 per day, payable directly in cash.
Daily Distances on Roraima:
– Day 1: 15 km – Mostly flat, with high temperatures across the savanna of Canaima National Park.
– Day 2: 9 km – Steep climbs with high temperatures.
– Day 3: 7 km – Steep ascent to the summit, where it’s cooler and shadier.
– Day 4: 20 km – Dependent on activities at the top.
– Day 5: 15 km – Descent from the summit, with temperature changes.
– Day 6: 13 km – Mostly flat with high temperatures.
We recommend NOT bringing hard-shell suitcases. Handling them can be very difficult and may incur additional costs at your expense.
Your luggage should not exceed 15 kg. Extra weight may incur extra charges, and airlines cannot guarantee transporting additional weight on the same day.
Take a photo of your luggage and label it for identification.
Remember that porters are not included, so every kilogram counts, especially for Roraima.
You are solely responsible for your personal belongings. If you forget something at any camp, waterfall, or natural location, retrieving it may require additional costs for fuel, logistics, personnel, etc., which will be exclusively covered by you in cash and on-site.
Mount Roraima: Accessible year-round. Rainy season runs from April to September, while the drier season (not completely dry) lasts from October to March.
In the rainy season, trails become more challenging and slippery, so fewer people attempt it. However, there’s often easier access to prime camp locations, and waterfalls are more prominent during this period.
The less rainy months attract more adventurers, making camps busier. This period’s advantage is that the trek is easier and safer.
Weather at Roraima is unpredictable, with cold, heat, sun, and rain potentially occurring all in one day, sometimes within minutes. Be prepared for all conditions and temperatures.
Recommended Packing List
Remember that every kilogram counts, as you will carry all personal items.
– 40-60 liter trekking backpack + smaller essentials backpack
– Sleeping bag with comfort rating of 0-10°C and thermal mat (available for rent)
– Raincoat or poncho
– Waterproof pants and jacket
– Hiking boots and sandals (preferably waterproof)
– Plastic bag to protect clothes and electronics from moisture
– Small plastic bags for dirty or wet clothes
– Trekking poles (not available for rent)
– Thermal pants and jacket
– Long-sleeve UV-protection shirt
– Walking pants
– Headlamp
– Biodegradable shampoo, soap, toothpaste, mosquito repellent, deodorant, sunscreen
– Disposable wet wipes
– Water purifier
– Phone or camera for photos + power bank
– Swimsuit
– Socks (4-5 pairs)
– Underwear (preferably polyester or nylon for quick drying)
– Water bottle (1-2 liters, refillable)
– Personal medications
If you’d like to lighten your load, personal porters can be hired from the Parai Tepuy indigenous community before starting the trek, usually for US$30 per day, payable in cash directly to them.
You must bring your own sleeping bag and mat; they’re available for rent if needed.
Tents are shared with another participant. If you prefer a private tent, it is available for an additional US$40.
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