The Autana Tepui is an impressive sandstone/quartz formation that towers 1300 meters above the jungle. It is located in the Venezuelan amazon and it’s believed to be the tree of life for the local tribes. On this 3-day boat trip on the Rio Orinoco, Rio Sipapo and Rio Autana we will visit Piaroa Indian communities. At our destination we will take a two-hour hike to the Cerro Wahari, from which we will have a beautiful view of the impressive Tepui Autana .

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
1- Trip length: 4 days.
2- Services included:
* Comprehensive pre-departure planning packet and expert advice on preparing for your trip * All ground transfers
* All meals indicated on the itinerary. (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner). Hot breakfast & fruits, picnic lunch, and served dinner including soups and deserts.
* A local, English speaking guide
* Experienced cook, camp assistants, Basic group camping equipment: Hammocks/netting, cooking and eating utensils * First-aid kit * Park fees * * Four day dugout Indian canoe ride to Autana Tepui
3- Cost: Bs .560.000 + IVA + FT

DAY 1: Departing from Puerto Ayacucho we arrive at Samariapo port on the Orinoco river where our motorized wooden dug-out canoes with a thatched roof will be waiting for us. The adventure begins upstream passing Isla de Ratón. As we continue, we leave the Rio Orinoco and enter the Rio Sipapo. We will notice the difference between the brown waters of the Orinoco and the black water here. If we are lucky, we can observe animals such as the Orinoco Cayman. Every now and then we stop and take a refreshing bath in the beautiful waters. After lunch, we will reach the Autana river and see the Cerro Pelota, a sacred mountain where the Piaroa Indians bury their dead. Finally we arrive at Mapuey lagoon where we will spend the night. Before dinner we will learn about the customs and agricultural techniques applied by the indigenous population. After dinner we will spend the evening at a romantic bonfire. (L,D)

DAY 2: After breakfast we continue on boat to reach the Raudal de Ceguera, where some Indians will be waiting for us. We will change to smaller boats in order to get to the departure point for our hike. For about two hours we will walk through the rainforest towards the Cerro Wahari. On our way we have the opportunity to explore the flora and fauna of the forest. . Maybe we will even see a tarantula, since it is quite widespread in this region. As we proceed towards the peak, the vegetation changes and the trail becomes steeper. Finally, an extraordinary view will open up in front of our eyes, and we can admire both the Tepui Autana and the Cara del Indio (face of the Indian). Way below we can spot the tiny Rio Autana and the rainforest. After enjoying the view for a while, we return to our camp where we will have time to relax, take a bath or go fishing. Again, we spend the night in hammocks that are strung up in a Churuata, an open Indian hut. As the day before, we will let the day fade out at a bonfire. (B,L,D)

DAY 3: We will return to Puerto Samariapo in our Bongo. On our way, we can stop at one of the various indigenous communities and visit a shaman who still uses Yopo, a drug made from plants by the Indians, and used during the healing ceremonies. We will make stops to swim in the river, and take a break for lunch. In the afternoon we reach Puerto Samariapo, where we will be picked up and brought back to the hotel in Puerto Ayacucho (B,L,D)

DAY 4: Visit to the indigenous market and transfer to Airport o bus terminal
NOTES ON THE ITINERARY: Although we do our best to adhere to the schedule listed above, the day-by-day activities on this itinerary are subject to change for numerous reasons beyond our control including group, weather, road, river and/or trail conditions.

SERVICES INCLUDED:
* Comprehensive pre-departure planning packet and expert advice on
preparing for your trip
* All accommodations in hammocks/netting
* All meals indicated on the itinerary. (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner). Hot breakfast & fruits, packed or picnic lunch, and served dinner including soups and deserts.
* A local, English-speaking, guide/escort for the program
* Experienced cook, camp assistants, Basic group camping equipment: hammocks, cooking and eating utensils *First-aid kit

NOT INCLUDED:

* Sleeping bag, other personal gear, or items of a personal nature
such as laundry or phone calls.
* Meals, tours, or other services not listed on the itinerary, nor
alcoholic beverages.
* Tips to local staff
* Expenses incurred in preparing for this program such as, but not
limited to, non-refundable airline tickets
or traveler's insurance, and additional expenses resulting from
flight delays, schedule changes, cancellations, or missed connections.
RESERVATIONS
We intentionally limit the # of participants on our trips in order to minimize our impact on the natural areas and local cultures we encounter as well as to provide higher quality, personalized attention to each group member. Therefore, we suggest booking your trip at least 3-4 months prior to tour date making a 20% deposit and the balance due 45 days prior departure.
Reservations can be made by phone, fax, E-mail to the following:

PHONE 58 212 7155433 2342323 414 3064378 414 1160107
FAX 58 212 2373879 E - Mail akanantours@akanan.com
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CANCELLATIONS
When voiding a reservation AKANAN TRAVEL & ADVENTURE will reimburse the following percentages:

* 4 weeks before the reserved date. 100%
* 3 weeks before the reserved date. 75 %
* 2 weeks before the reserved date. 50 %
* Less than 2 weeks before the reserved date. 0 %