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Adventure Amazonas

The very well kept Orinoquia Lodge is located less than half an hour south from Puerto Ayacucho, the capital of the Venezuelan Amazon, wedged between the Atures and Maipures rapids of the South American country’s longest river, the Orinoco. One of the best lodges in Venezuela, the 5 acres complex is built on a huge granite rock and following the traditional indigenous “churuata” style using local materials such as palm leaves, wood and adobe. The lodge only has 10 comfortable and attractive double and triple huts with spacious private bathrooms. The cabins are ready with fans, electric lights and mosquito nets and provide access to the gardens and the riverbanks in a privileged site pleasantly incorporated to the surrounding jungle nature. The major churuata provides the dining room, the lounge and the bar where a collection of books is available for visitors interested in the wildlife, plants and Indian cultures of the Venezuelan Amazon region.

All inclusive vacation packages including transfers, accommodations, meals and excursions are offered to ensure an enjoyable stay. Different half and full day trips are available from the lodge and include the Indian handicraft market in Puerto Ayacucho, Piedra de la Tortuga, two huge, black granite boulders, Tobogan de la Selva, a natural 262 feet long water toboggan, Piedra Pintada, an enormous boulder full of pre Columbian petroglyphs including Venezuela's largest, Isla Guajibo, a full day by motorboat that includes visiting a Curripaco Indian village. Lots of beautiful places good for swimming are close to the camp and a thrilling rafting excursion on the Atures Rapids of the Orinoco River can be booked as well. Laundry service is on hand.

Day 1 Transfer to the Orinoquia Lodge. Lunch. Walk to a vantage point with view of the Orinoco river. Double room/bath (-/L/D)
We pick you up at the airport. Our lodge is situated on the banks of the Orinoco River, about 20 minutes from the airport. It is designed in the typical native style. After lunch we walk to a vantage point where we have a splendid view over the Orinocio River.

Day 2 Visit indian villages and the "Tobogan de la Selva". Double room/bath (B/L/D)
We visit indian villages, where we learn about indian agriculture and various, local plants. We walk through the jungle where we can see the famous "24 hours ant". We show you how the indians make baskets, hammocks and traps. You also learn about medicine plants. In the afternoon we visit the "Tobogan de la Selva" a natural water slide with pools. In the evening we return to our Lodge.

Day 3 Boat trip on the Orinoco. Double room/bath (B/L/D)
Starting from the camp we make a boat trip downriver on the Orinoco. We explore little streams with abundant vegetation. With a little luck we might see fresh water dolphins and otters. There is time to swim out and to sunbathe on the beautiful beaches, which appear during dry season.

Day 4 City Tour in Pto. Ayacucho, visit the indian market and the indian museum. Transfer to the airport (B/-/-)
After breakfast we drive to Pto. Ayacucho. We visit the indian market, where we can buy handicrafts and the indian museum, where we learn about the different indian tribes and their ways of life. After that we go to the airport.

2011 Price: $356 per person double. $405 single.

Dates: Tour starts every day on request

Equipment to bring: Solid walking shoes, Light cotton trousers, long-sleeved shirt, sweaters, rain-protection, bathing suit, sun protection , hat or scarf, insect repelent, waterbottle, flashlight, backpack.

Included
• Transfers as indicated
• Excursions as indicated
• Meals as indicated
• All overnight stays
• English speaking guide

Note
• The program and the excursions may vary.

Tour Cerro Autana Boat trip to the Indian’s Holy Mountain

This 3-day boat tour will take you to the Cerro Autana, an amazing 1,300m table top mountain, declared a national monument in 1978. Inside Cerro Autana is a cave 395m long and 40m high, which consists entirely of quartz. Visiting the Autana will be an unforgettable experience. This tour unveils virtually untouched nature and provides a chance to meet the Indians inhabiting the area.

Day 1: Transfer to Orinoquia Lodge (D)
Transfer to Orinoquia Lodge on the shores of the majestic Orinoco River. Overnight in Orinoquia Lodge.

Day 2: Samariapo and Río Autana (B/L/D)
Jeep drive to Samariapo, where you will embark a boat with all the equipment needed for the next few days. You will embark on a boat and navigate upstream to the black water Sipapo River and visit a Piaroa Indian village. You will continue your boat trip onto the Autana River to an Indian community where you will spend the night in hammocks.

Day 3: Indian community and Cerro Guahari (B/L/D)
After a short boat ride, we will visit the Indian community „Raudal de Ceguera“, where you will begin your 4 hour hike to the Cerro Guahari and enjoy a fantastic view of the Cerro Autana. Overnight in hammocks.

Day 4: Samariapo (B/L/D)
Today your bongo (a dugout canoe) will take you back to Samariapo. On the way, if there is time, you will visit another Indian tribe. Afterwards, you will return to the comfortable Orinoquia Lodge.

Day 5: Transfer to airport (B/L)
After breakfast you will visit the natural waterslide „Tobogan de la Selva‘ and take a refreshing bath. transfer to the airport in Puerto Ayacucho. End of services.

Itinerary subject to change without notice!

Price per person double occupancy = US$420 (minimum of 2 people)

Can start on any day