Cerros de Mavecure and Humboldt Route Expedition 6 days (Carreño and Inírida)

Highlights:

• Explore these impressive rock formations in the middle of the Amazon jungle. Check here a Video about Mavecure Hills (off2colombia): VIDEO MAVECURE HILLS
• Visit the Maipures rapids. Check here a Video about Tuparro (off2colombia): VIDEO TUPARRO NATIONAL PARK
• Meet “The Waterway Star of the South” – confluence of the Orinoco, Atabapo and Guaviare Rivers.
• Read a note about this destination: Note by Manuel Rueda

Trip details:

• Duration of the trip: 6 days
• Trekking time: 3 hours daily through the hills, jungle, savannah and river beaches.
• Distance: 5-10 kms each day.
• Ecosystem: tropical rainforest and savannah.
• Climate: warm and humid with an average temperature of 26°C.
• Elevation: 100 meters above sea level (m.a.s.l).

Important note:

An unforgettable journey into the heart of the Amazon jungle and the great Orinoco savannah.

The scenario setting for “La Voragine” by José Eustasio Rivera and “Personal Narrative of a Journey to the Equinoctial Regions of the New Continent” by Alexandeer von Humboldt in the 19th Century.

We begin our journey through the Raudal de Atures, the widest in the world, then we enter into the heart of El Tuparro National Park in Vichada to see the spectacular Maipures raudal (the eighth natural wonder of the world).

We continue our journey to the south, passing by Cerro Mono in the middle of the great plain. Beyond, our boats will reach the Southern Fluvial Star, the immense confluence of the Orinoco, Atabapo and Guaviare rivers on the border with Venezuela.

We will visit Puerto Inírida capital of the department of Guainía and travel to the Cerros de Mavecure, Pajarito and Mono that stand out as huge natural pyramids in the middle of the exuberant jungle on the banks of the majestic Inírida River, with its playful dolphins (freshwater dolphins).

“In the waterfalls we heard the first mention of the hairy man from the jungle, the so-called” savage “, who kidnaps women, builds huts and, sometimes, devours human flesh, the tamanacos call it” achi “and the maipures” vasitri ” or the great devil. ”

• Price valid from January 1 to December 20, 2024:
  

  Price $2,240,000 per person (National)

  Price $2,300,000 per person (Foreigners)

• Important note about transportation to the starting location: Our expeditions begin at the indicated place according to the proposed itinerary. For this reason, in the vast majority we do not include in the price the value of the transfer (land or air) from your city of residence to the city where the expedition begins. If you have purchased an air or land ticket on your own to attend this expedition and the transport company (airline or land transportation company) cancels the trip or postpones it or if there are significant delays due to weather, technical aspects of the aircraft or vehicles, situations at airports, transport terminals or roads, pilots or drivers, etc., that prevent you from arriving at the start time of the expedition, these are considered risks inherent to the trip that the client assumes and in no case the unforeseen events of the client’s journey are transferred neither to the hotel nor to Ecoglobal Expeditions. It is very important that you understand that this is a situation in which Ecoglobal Expeditions has no responsibility. Remember that if you do not show up at the established time and date, without notifying us sufficiently in advance (please see the previous paragraph), this situation is considered a “No Show” and in principle we cannot give you any money refund, due to that we have carried out all the previous administrative and logistical work to guarantee the smooth development of the expedition (example: we have bought all the food for all the people, we have reserved accommodation and internal transportation, we have hired local guides, we have acquired insurance, we have reserved and paid permits to National Parks, etc.). It is also important that you keep in mind that in particular cases we do buy tickets for clients, at their express request. In this case Ecoglobal Expeditions acts as a facilitator and bridge between the client and the airline or ground transportation company that provides the service. This additional service that the operator offers does not hold it responsible at any time for delays in the itinerary caused by weather or other types of situations beyond the operator’s control. There is no contractual relationship between the operator and the client regarding this service.

• Access fee to the National Parks of Colombia for Foreigners
• River transport on all routes via speed boats with expert boat handlers and guides
• Overland transport
• Accommodation in hotels in Puerto Inírida in double accommodation, with fan and private bathroom according to the itinerary.
  Accommodation in communities, in beds, in shared rooms.
• All meals (from lunch day 1, to breakfast last day)
• Snacks and non-alcoholic drinks
• Local guides (Ecoglobal Expeditions supports green initiatives and eco-tourism in the regions we visit)
• Assistance card (travel insurance)

• Air Transport (ticket) to Puerto Carreno and return from Puerto Inirida
• Lunch last day
• Personal expenses
• Tourist/Airport Taxes 2024: COP$24.000 aprox.
• Souvenirs
• Expenses not stipulated
• Tips

Notes: The following itinerary is informative and may vary without prior notice in accordance with weather conditions or with unforeseen events.

This is an adventure expeditions to one of the most remote regions in the country.The tourism infrastructure is almost nonexistent.

The expeditionary must be willing to walk under the sun, on the rocky and sandy terrain of the Orinoco savanna.

In camp sites there are no toilets nor showers, a portable latrine is installed and bath can be taken in the rivers, obviously without the use of soap.

It is required a walk of about 4 hours round trip in the savannah, with no major climbs and descents and without shadow to get to The Tuparro National Park. Each expeditionary should carry their own backpack with clothes and personal items for three days (the fewer things you carry the less weight!) What is not needed for the first three days can be left in the hotel in Inirida the first day.

• Be previously vaccinated against yellow fever and tetanus
• Don’t bring items that are typically used by the military (i.e. camouflage clothing)
• Don’t bring or take toxic, psychoactive or hallucinogenic and alcoholic substances
• Bring the least amount of wrappers, cans or glass.
• Don’t bring jewelry or valuables – Rolex watches and Cartier earrings; please leave them at home!
• During the trek, don’t separate from the group and don’t remain alone at any time.
• Bear in mind that we will be staying in a very remote place and our hosts will do everything for us as best as they can, given the local conditions and culture.
• We want that during our visit to these remote, far and often forgotten territories, all: guides, coordinators and tourists, we contribute to the economy of these regions and small towns (Carreño, Garcitas, Cazuarito, Acapulco, Amanaven, Inirida), buying in the stores, bakeries and restaurants, their products and merchandise (such as sweets, chocolates, soft drinks, sweets, fruits, etc.) and acquiring local handicrafts. It is a small support through which we include these communities in the tourism value chain. If you like to consume very sophisticated foods or special diets (almonds, sugar-free chocolates, dried seeds or dehydrated fruits, for example), which you will not be able to get in the shops of the villages, we recommend you take them with you. Thank you for joining this initiative, this is called sustainable tourism!Enviar comentarios

Each participant should bring:

• Cotton clothes for warm weather, light colors, shirts with long-sleeves
• Bathing suit
• Towel
• Hiking boots or tennis shoes with good grip
• Additional tennis shoes or sandals
• Cap or hat
• Water bottle or Camelback
• Torch and extra batteries
• Sunglasses
• A small backpack for use while trekking
• Poncho (rain cape) – waterproof
• Personal hygiene items in small quantities
• First aid kit (personal medicines)
• Insect repellent
• Sun block
• Cash for tips, souvenirs and personal expenses
• Personal documents (identity papers, ID cards, health cards)
• Camera

Note: The maximum weight allowed on flights is 15 kilograms

Our contribution: When we visit places, where we know there are farmers or indigenous communities, we like to bring gifts to children, as a gratefulness for allowing us to explore their territory. We usually carry books, school supplies, pencils and colors! We invite you to participate!