PROGRAM BY DAY

Day 0 (Mar 3): Departure day

• Departure at 23:30 from Vnukovo Airport with a direct flight to Margarita Island (Venezuela), flight 3771.

Day 1 (Mar 4): Margarita Island

• 06:15 Arrival at Santiago Marinho International Airport to the beautiful island of Margarita, the pearl of the Caribbean. Meeting with the guide and transfer to the Sunsol Ecoland 4*plus All Inclusive hotel, impressive with luxurious infrastructure and views of Guaraguao Bay and Morro Lagoon. Early check-in and breakfast at the hotel.
• The rest of the day can be devoted to independent walks and relaxation with lunch and dinner at the hotel restaurant.

Day 2 (March 5): Margarita Island - Orinoco Delta

• At 06:30, meet with the guide in the hotel lobby and transfer to the airport for departure to Puerto Ordaz on a Conviasa flight (40 min travel time). Upon arrival, transfer to the Boca de Uracoa pier, from where you will take a cruise to Caño Manamo, one of the main tributaries of the Orinoco River, where the Orinoco Delta Lodge 4* is located - a complex of houses on stilts, bridges and gardens, which 2 nights will be your home on the river bank. Along the way you will be able to see islands, many birds, monkeys, and if you are lucky, river bottlenose dolphins.
• Disembarkation and accommodation at the lodge. After lunch, enjoy your first excursion: a short sail along the Manamo Canal, watching the sunset, and a night cruise along the Guamal Canal with wildlife watching. At the end of the excursion, return to the lodge for dinner.

Day 3 (Mar. 6): Orinoco Delta, piranha fishing, meeting the aborigines

• After breakfast, departure for a boat excursion along the tributaries of the delta to get acquainted with the flora and fauna of the pristine jungle. You'll enjoy piranha fishing and a visit to an indigenous community. You will be able to interact with them and purchase exotic products from local artisans, made mainly from moriche - a natural fiber obtained from the palm tree of the same name, which is used to weave baskets, hammocks, costume jewelry, handbags and much more. During the excursion, a grilled fish lunch will be served, after which you can relax and swim.
• At the end of the day, upon returning to the lodge, you can go kayaking or canoeing on the river.
• Dinner.

Day 4 (Mar 7): Canaima National Park - Anatolia Island, El Sapo Falls, El Hacha

• Even at sunrise, you will go on a river canoe trip to enjoy the unique sounds of the morning jungle fauna. You will then return to the lodge and after breakfast, begin your return journey to the Boca de Huracoa pier. There you will be transported back to Puerto Ordaz, where you will board a plane that will take you directly to Canaima National Park.
• Flight to Canaima National Park (charter, 45 minutes travel time). Weather permitting, your flight will offer spectacular views of the Guri Reservoir, a huge engineering structure where the Caroni River was dammed to build the Simon Bolivar hydroelectric dam (the third largest in the world), creating a gigantic 4,250 km² lake.
• Upon arrival at Canaima airport, you will be met by the Wakü Lodge 5* team, who will take you to the camp on their safari SUVs. There they will meet you, take you around the camp and tell you in detail about all types of activities, schedules, clothing required for excursions, and general safety rules. Once you've checked in and settled into your rooms, you can relax and enjoy lunch overlooking the lagoon.
• In the afternoon, on the Indian boat “curiara” you will go for a walk along the picturesque Canaima lagoon, into which the waters of four waterfalls flow: Acha, Ukaima, Golondrina and Wadaima. Get ready to take amazing photos! Disembarkation and walk around the island, named after the Russian explorer of these places Anatoly, where a breathtaking adventure awaits you: you will pass on the other side of the majestic El Sapo waterfall, between the rock and the powerful curtain of water that forms the Carrao River, optionally you can swim in the lagoon waterfall
• Return to the hotel, dinner.

Day 5 (Mar 8): Salto Angel Waterfall full day

• Early departure by motor boats up the Carrão River through the Mayupa Lagoon and with a short passage through the Arautaima rapids. Stop for breakfast overlooking the bizarre, breathtaking rock formation of Mount Auyan Tepuy. Then continue the path to Devil's Canyon. Once you reach the island of Ratoncito, you will take a walk through the virgin forest and after about an hour you will find yourself at an observation deck at the edge of the cliff with views of the highest waterfall on Earth just a few meters away! The waters of the mighty Angel are rapidly falling into the abyss, scattering into myriads of splashes before they even reach the surface due to the height of the waterfall (almost a kilometer of falling water!), and we freeze, shocked by the magnetism of this grandiose spectacle!
• After enjoying the view of Angel Falls, we head back. Local guides will additionally offer you a swim in the lagoon at the foot of the waterfall. During the excursion, a traditional Indian lunch will be served to you.
• Return to Canaima Lagoon, return to the hotel, dinner.
• Important: A full-day excursion for active tourists, a trip on a motor boat, crossings, a little trekking: comfortable shoes (sneakers or trekking shoes), a change of comfortable clothes, and raincoats are required.

Day 6 (Mar 9): Blue Lagoon and meeting with local Pemon Indians

• After breakfast, departure by motor boats up the river. Walk through the valley with views of the tepuis and stop for a rest and swim in the Blue Lagoon (Pozo Azul). Pozo Azul is a natural wonder that enchants visitors with its immaculate beauty and tranquil atmosphere. This hidden gem is a true testament to the park's outstanding biodiversity and stunning scenery. The main attraction of Pozo Azul is a series of small waterfalls and pools that create a natural playground for visitors. The clear, cool water invites travelers to experience freshness and relief from the tropical heat. Exploring the pools and floating with the current is a popular activity for both those looking for relaxation and adventure seekers.
• Return to the lodge for lunch.
• In the evening, you will meet with the indigenous community, which organizes craft fairs and cultural presentations for tourists visiting the city of Canaima. You will enjoy a music and dance program of the Pemon tribe, buying souvenirs, tasting local cuisine: termite or ant sauce, Moriche palm caterpillars, yucca bread.
• Dinner at the hotel.

Day 7 (Mar 10): Canaima National Park – Caracas – Los Roques National Park

• After breakfast and check-out from the hotel, transfer to the airport for flight to Los Roques via the capital of Venezuela, Caracas, on Conviasa flights. At Caracas airport, our representatives will meet you to help you check in for your next flight to the Los Roques archipelago.
• Los Roques is the only atoll-shaped archipelago in the Caribbean, boasting wide biodiversity, colorful coral reefs, beautiful beaches and unrivaled blue seas. Upon arrival at the archipelago, transfer and accommodation in a small hotel Macondo 3*. Free time to relax on the beach of Gran Roc. Dinner.

Days 8 – 9 (11 – 12 March): Holidays on the islands of Los Roques National Park

• Free days for relaxation on the islands of Francisca and Madriska.
• The Los Roques Islands or Los Roques Archipelago are located in the Caribbean Sea, north of Venezuela. This is a national park known for its white beaches, crystal clear waters and amazing coral reefs. The archipelago consists of more than 300 islands and islets.
• Among these islands are the islands "Francisquí" and "Madrisquí". They are among the most popular islands in the archipelago and are often visited by tourists.
• Francisquí: This island is known for its calm waters and is ideal for swimming and water sports.
• Madrisquí: This island is the closest to the main island of Gran Roque and is also popular with tourists. It is ideal for snorkeling and swimming.
• Both islands offer stunning beaches and crystal clear waters, making them ideal destinations for rest and relaxation.
• Every day after breakfast, you will be transferred to these islands by boat equipped with water, natural juices, infusions and snacks. For lunch, lunch boxes will be prepared for you with a traditional beach set: salads, sandwiches and fruits.
• Upon returning to the hotel at any time, a variety of snacks and hot drinks will be waiting for you (for a fee). For dinner, enjoy a tasting of freshly caught seafood dishes on a 4-course menu.
• Additionally, the following activities are offered upon request:
• a trip to the distant island of Cae El Agua,
• visiting a sea turtle conservation station,
• visit to a natural pool with starfish,
• sea fishing for barracuda.

Day 10 (Mar 13): Los Roques Islands – Caracas

• Before lunch, you will still have half a day to relax on the island of Francis or Madriski.
• In the afternoon, transfer to the airport for flight to Caracas, the capital of Venezuela (35 min travel time). Meeting at the airport, transfer and check-in to the Gran Melia Caracas 4*plus hotel.

Day 11 (Mar 14): Colonia Tovar and Santa Teresa Estate

• After breakfast, departure for an excursion to the Santa Teresa estate in a valley with unique climatic conditions for the cultivation of sugar cane. Here you will watch the rum making process, learn the history of this house and how the company connected rugby with social projects, and taste delicious cocktails with Santa Teresa rum.
• Next, you will travel to Colonia Tovar, a small town in the state of Aragua founded in 1840 by a group of German immigrants, which preserves the architecture and customs of the German culture of the time. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch in a traditional restaurant (not included in the price) before taking a delightful stroll through the city. The tour includes a tasting of typical gastronomic dishes and chocolates, a visit to a church, typical houses, a fruit plantation and a local museum.
• At the end of the excursion, accommodation at the Bergland 4* hotel.

Day 12 (Mar 15): Caracas and suburbs

• After breakfast, return to Caracas and embark on an extensive tour of the capital.
• This day will be spent exploring the city and getting to know Venezuelan culture, visiting several iconic sites located in the historical center of the city, as well as the tourist complex of the Varairarepano cable car, formerly known as the Avila cable car. Taking the cable car to the top of Mount Avila (2170 m above sea level), you will appreciate beautiful views of the city of Caracas on one side and the vast Caribbean Sea on the other, explore various shopping kiosks and visit the legendary historical hotel-museum Humboldt 7 *, located on top of the mountain - the world's first 7-star hotel.
• Lunch in a traditional restaurant during the excursion is paid additionally.
• At the end of the excursion, farewell to the city and transfer to the airport for flight to Moscow. Departure is 23:00, arrival in Moscow the next day, March 16, at 19:05.