Starting in Merida, we will travel through the Trasandina highway, a scenic route by car of exciting mountain roads towards the Andean Paramo. Along the way we will visit tranquil colonial Andean villages and enjoy the drinks and delicacies they offer us. During September and October we can see the yellows flowers of frailejones. Next, we drive up the Pico Aguila (4,125-m), the highest point in Venezuela reachable by car. From here we visit the Laguna Mucubaji Park (3,800-m) of the Sierra Nevada National Park system. Hiking to Laguna Negra (optional), enter in a microclimate that due to its special setting receives more rain and humidity than the surrounding Paramo area.
This extra humidity gives life to an interesting diversity of plant species, adding color and greenery to the wind-swept Paramo region. Laguna Negra is a beautiful site on a clear, calm day. The black water forms such a perfect mirror that is essentially disappears and is replaced by the reflection of the trees on the mountainside. After enjoying the tranquil scenery of the Laguna, we take the way back through the scenic Venezuelan Andes to Merida. A horseback ride to the Laguna Negra can be arranged for an additional fee.
Recommend bringing:
- Sweater
- Sun block
- Jeans or long trousers
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Includes:
- Transportation
- Bilingual guide
- All meals and non-alcoholic drinks during the trip
- First aid
- Ride horse (optional)
Does not include:
- Personal wear articles
- Tours, meals, alcoholic drinks or any other services not included on the itinerary
- Tips to the local staff, nor personal expenses
Also see tour packages in:
South America
Venezuela
National Parks
Hiking & Trekking
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