www.audleytravel.com/venezuela ?01993 838 625 ?Venezuela51Orinoco DeltaRivalling the biodiversity of the Amazon andthe lifeline to an even greater variety ofindigenous tribes, the great Orinoco Riverthreads through Venezuela and spills out intothe Atlantic through a vast, jungled delta. Farless known, and less visited, than its big sisterriver to the south, the Orinoco offers a rareopportunity to explore a fragile ecosystemand, although wildlife is difficult to spot thesedays, the delta provides a unique chance tointeract with the local Warao Indians.Expeditions start at the pretty riverside townof Ciudad Bolívar or the larger city of PuertoOrdaz, with transport by motorised canoe and accommodation is in simple traditionalthatched huts. Suggested itinerariesClassic VenezuelaImmerse yourself in the best that Venezuela has to offer in an adventurous trip that will see youtravel the breadth of the country. Take in LosLlanos for some fantastic wildlife viewing, thebreathtaking Angel Falls and slow the pace downat the end for some time relaxing on the shores of the Caribbean.Day 1Fly from the UK to Caracas.Day 2Fly to Barinas, transfer by road toyour accommodation in the vast Los Llanos.Days 3-4Excursions to spot the wildlife in Los Llanos.Day 5Fly to Puerto Ordaz, via Caracas,where you will spend one night.Day 6Fly to Canaima, your base forexplorations of the 'Lost World'tepuis of the Gran Sabana and AngelFalls. Afternoon tour of the lagoon.Day 7Take a scenic flight over Angel Falls(weather permitting).Day 8Enjoy an optional full day trip bymotorised canoe to the base ofAngel Falls (weather permitting).Day 9Fly to Caracas and then on to LosRoques in the Caribbean.Days 10-12Relax, snorkel or sunbathe on thebeautiful beaches of Los Roques.Day 13Fly back to Caracas to connect withyour international flight.Day 14Arrive in the UK.Stay longerDivert from Los Llanos to the university city ofMérida in the Andes, the perfect base for trekkingand other outdoor activities, or you could includea few nights in the Orinoco Delta to gain an insightinto the life of Warao Indians. Alternatively, try adifferent beach stop on the Paría Peninsula, hometo long sandy beaches and cacao plantations.Tailoring your tripThe itinerary shown is designed to give you aflavour of what is possible, and is a route thatworks particularly well. We can use this as a basisto plan your trip or can design a completelydifferent itinerary to suit your tastes and interests.Please call one of our Venezuela specialists tostart planning your itinerary.Telephone: 01993 838 625Getting aroundVenezuela is a vast country and thereforetravelling by air is the only way to cover thedistance between the main sights. Patience isoften key to a successful trip to Venezuela asthese domestic flights can be a law untothemselves with unannounced schedule changesoccurring regularly. Where road transfers can beundertaken these are by comfortable 4x4 vehiclesalthough English-speaking drivers can be difficultto find in many rural locations.When to go??The best time to travel.?A good time to travel, but there may be some factors to be aware of.~Travel is possible, but this is not the best time of year.?Travel is not recommended.Venezuela's climate is tropical, with wet and dryseasons rather than hot and cold, with averagetemperatures primarily affected by altitude. The wet season runs between May and Octoberwhere sunny days give way to afternoondownpours. This is the best time to visit if theAngel Falls is on your itinerary as water levels will be at their highest. Travelling around theremainder of the country can be equallyrewarding at any time of the year and theCaribbean coast tends to miss much of the inland rainfall. Time difference:GMT-4.5 hoursFlight time from UK:13 hoursPricesWe offer trips to cater for a wide range ofbudgets. You can find up-to-date guideline prices for your trip to Venezuela on our website,alternatively please call our specialists to discuss your plans.JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec??????????????????Warao girls, Orinoco DeltaOrinoco crocodile, Los LlanosCanaimaLos LlanosIslas Los RoquesPuerto OrdazCaracasCanaima LagoonAnaconda, Los Llanos

52Guyana, Suriname & French GuianaKaieteur Falls, GuyanaA breathtaking sheet of water,the Potaro River pours over a sheer drop of over 230metres (five times the height of Niagara).Surama, GuyanaDeep in the rainforest, visit the home of an Amerindiancommunity of the Macushi tribe,now a thriving and award-winning eco-tourism initiative.Rupununi Savannah,GuyanaExplore these wildlife-richgrasslands by boat or horseback and hear fascinating'outback' tales.321Galibi Nature Reserve,SurinameSee the spectacle of hundreds of turtles coming ashore to layeggs, or watch the resulting baby turtles head to the sea for the first time.Space Centre, Kourou,French GuianaTake a tour of the launch baseof the European Space Agency,it is from here that the Arianeand Soyuz rockets have lifted off.5412345Squeezed in between Venezuela and Brazil on the Caribbeancoast is the small English-speakingcountry of Guyana and itsneighbours of Suriname and FrenchGuiana. These countries are a delightfor the intrepid traveller and thosewho want to visit genuinelyuntouched wilderness and experiencea unique melting pot of cultures. The countries are diverse, withofficial languages of English, Dutchand French combined with Asian,African and Creole influences andflavours. They are packed withappeal, yet scarcely visited, and totake a journey here is really to take a step into uncharted territory. The natural world is the keyattraction; from virgin rainforest to rolling savannah, not to mentionspectacular birdlife and mammalsthat include giant river otters andjaguar. There is much to explore inthis remote corner of the continent.Emerald tree boaGiant otterGolden frog