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Mount Roraima is a placed dubbed as the “Lost World,” and there’s nothing more fitting than that title.
It ascents towards the sky, a stunning blend of earth and sky; and descends vertically towards the sweeping green-hugged terrain. Truly, it is a lost place you won’t mind finding.
LOCATION
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Mount Roraima belongs to Pakaraima chain of tepui plateaus. Soaring at around 2,810-meter high, it is the highest chain in Pakaraima.
While the plateau is the borderline of three countries – Guyana, Brazil, and Venezuela – it is mostly located at the side of Venezuela where it is a part of the Canaima National Park.
CLIMATE
If you’re planning to spend some time here in Mount Roraima, it is better to do it during the dry months of December to March. It is safer to trek the place, as it is less slippery and wet.
Apart from that, it will be also hard to cross rivers and waterfall when there is a heavy downpour. The torrential rain can affect the water level of the rivers, while the heavy rain clouds can affect the visibility.
When you’re on the peak, expect that the nights to still be cooler despite the dry season. The altitude compensates for that. The notable varying weather is also responsible for heavy rain to slight drizzle you will experience once you embark on the tour.
It is advisable to bring raincoats and other protection from the wet climate.
TRANSPORTATION
You can fly to Santa Elena de Uairén and ride the bus from there to the trailhead. However, there are only few flights available being served in there. You can opt for the San Francisco de Yurani. It can be reached through bus from Caracas, Ciudad Bolivar, or Ciudad Guyana. Take note that the bus ride may be cold and some drivers might refuse turning up the heat.
Tha trailhead is 22 kilometers east of San Francisco de Yurani in Paratepui. Paraetepui Route is the most used route for trekking the peak. The terrain is rugged and slippery. You also have to cross rivers by foot, since there are no bridges. The climb can take around two days, as well as going down from the peak – that’s why travel guides are recommended!
Only expert climbers explore the routes in the Guyana and Brazil side of Roraima, which is still seldom.
Permits are also needed before you climb. Those with guided tour will have their travel guides handle it for them.
ATTRACTIONS
Roraima Summit
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Letting loose of your worries isn’t hard to do once you reach the summit of Roraima. The stunning sight of over the impressive cliffs is refreshing. The landscape also offers roc formations of quartz and sandstone, unique flora and fauna, and eroded spots that create ponds and pools of clear rainwater.
However, just be sure to be careful in exploring the summit. With near constant clouds and uncanny rock formations, it isn’t hard to get lost.
Triple
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The Tripoint is a popular place in the Roraima summit. The triangular stone marks the spot where the tree countries of Venezuela, Brazil, and Guyana meet.
Near Tripoint is also a labyrinth of rock formations.
El Foso
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El Foso is a sinkhole a lot of tourists visit not only to refresh, but also for the small underground, which is a result for the centuries of constant rain in Mount Roraima.
El Foso extends to 10 meters in diameter. There is also another body of water located in the summit called Lake Gladys.
Flora and Fauna
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Flora and fauna has evolved on its own for millennia. Due to its remote location and climate, there are many endemic species living in the summit.
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