Arrival in Boa Vista: Gateway to the Lost World
Welcome to Boa Vista, the capital of Roraima and the perfect starting point for your Mount Roraima adventure. Upon arrival at the airport, you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel, where you can relax and get ready for the journey ahead.
Transfer
Meet the Expedition Team
At 8:30 a.m., gather with your guides and fellow travelers for a briefing session, learning about the expedition’s guidelines and preparing for the adventure. After any last-minute shopping, the journey continues by road to the border. Customs formalities will be completed along the way.
Arrival in Santa Elena de Uairén.
Accommodation in Santa Elena is in shared double apartments. Participants who wants to stay alone in a single room, please request it in advance.
For extra luggage that will not be needed during the expedition. It is recommended that travelers leave it at the hotel where they will be staying before the trip start.
Into the Gran Sabana
After breakfast, set off by jeep on a 2–3 hour drive to the Pemón village of Pareitepuy, where you’ll register with the National Park authorities and the porters will collect the expedition equipment.
From here, begin your 4–5 hour trek across the sweeping plains of the Gran Sabana, surrounded by breathtaking scenery.
Overnight in tents beneath a star-filled sky.
The First Glimpse of Roraima
At dawn, the mighty tabletop mountain of Mount Roraima appears on the horizon. After breakfast, continue trekking through open savanna until you reach Base Camp (1,800 m), set dramatically at the foot of the tepui’s towering cliffs.
A first taste of the mountain’s grandeur.
The Ascent to the Summit
Today is the most demanding—and most rewarding—day of the expedition. The trail climbs steeply through misty jungle, passing exotic orchids and bromeliads, giant boulders, and the thundering Paso das Lágrimas waterfall.
Reaching the summit, you will be greeted by the three stone sentinels of Makunaima, guardians of the mountain. Welcome to the top of Roraima.
Valle de los Cristales & Coati Camp
Step into a prehistoric landscape as you explore the surreal Valle de los Cristales, sparkling with crystal fragments and strange rock formations. Tonight’s camp is the enchanting Coati Cave, tucked between massive rocks with a natural open hall looking out to the night sky.
Gladys Lake: The Portal of Legends
Today’s hike takes you to mystical Gladys Lake, one of the least explored places on the tepui. According to Indigenous legends, the lake is a portal to another dimension. With its otherworldly beauty, Mount Roraima feels like a true “Lost World,” inspiring awe and reflection on life itself.
Triple Point & El Foso
Journey towards Triple Point, where Venezuela, Brazil, and Guyana meet—a place of great symbolic and geographical importance. Later, refresh yourself at El Foso, a magical natural pool that radiates pure energy and awakens the child within.
Maverick Summit & Natural Jacuzzis
Climb to the very top of Roraima at Maverick Summit (2,875 m), the highest point of the mountain. From here, gaze across the vast Gran Sabana and retrace with your eyes the trail that brought you to the top.
The day continues with a dip in the Natural Jacuzzi Pools and a visit to La Ventana, a breathtaking viewpoint overlooking Mount Kukenan, Salto Catedral, and Valle de los Cristales.
Descent Through Jungle & Savannah
It’s time to say farewell to the summit. A 7–8 hour trek leads you back down through lush cloud forest and across the vast savanna. Along the way, take short breaks to rest, enjoy the views, and reflect on the journey.
Crossing the river, a refreshing swim awaits as the perfect reward at the end of the trail.
Return to Pareitepuy & Back to Boa Vista
Trek back to Pareitepuy village, where a traditional lunch with the Pemón community offers a heartfelt farewell to the mountain. After lunch, transfer back to Boa Vista.
Farewell to the Lost World
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure. You leave with the unforgettable memories of having stood on top of the Lost World of Roraima, one of Earth’s most mystical and awe-inspiring places.
