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Venezuela has one of the greatest biodiversities in the world: Angel Falls (the world's highest waterfall), the tepuis of the Gran Sabana, the Llanos (plains with jaguars and anacondas) and Caribbean beaches. Warning: the political and economic situation is unstable — be sure to check the latest travel advisories from the Foreign Ministry before departing.
The world's highest waterfall (979 m, 15 times Niagara) has plunged from the summit of Auyán Tepui for millennia. Accessible by plane or canoe from Ciudad Bolívar or Canaima, it is one of the planet's absolute natural wonders.
Highlights : Tepuy Auyán-tepui, Canaima Lagoon, Canaima National Park, Canoe trip on the Río Carrao.
The Gran Sabana is a mystical plateau of savannas and tepuis (tabletop mountains) on the Brazilian border. Mount Roraima, whose cloud-shrouded summit inspired Conan Doyle's The Lost World, is trekked in 6 days from San Francisco de Yuruaní.
Highlights : Mount Roraima, Salto Kama, Quebrada de Jaspe (red river), San Francisco de Yuruaní.
The Venezuelan Llanos are one of the best places in the world to observe wildlife: anacondas, caimans, capybaras, jaguars and over 400 bird species. The hatos (ranches) offer safaris on horseback or by 4x4.
Highlights : Hato El Cedral, Hato Piñero, Llanos caimans, Giant anaconda.
The Los Roques Archipelago is a marine national park of turquoise waters and white sand beaches, 160 km north of Caracas. Fly fishing, diving and sailing in a pristine Caribbean setting.
Highlights : Cayo de Agua, Francisquí, Gran Roque (village).
Venezuela is experiencing a very unstable economic situation with high inflation. Prices are difficult to estimate precisely. The local currency is unreliable; the US dollar and euro are widely accepted.