WITZARA: WHERE THE PLAINS MEET THE JUNGLE (VICHADA)

Discover the exact point where the vastness of the Colombian plains surrenders to the dense Amazon rainforest. Navigate mythical rivers such as the Orinoco and Tuparro, interact with the Piaroa culture, marvel at the Southern Fluvial Star, and spot river dolphins on a journey where nature sets the rules.

6 Days / 5 Nights

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Puerto Carreño and Llanero Sunset

Day 2: El Tuparro N.N.P. and Maypures Rapids

Day 3: The Birth of the Jungle and Piaroa Culture

Day 4: Southern Fluvial Star and Mavicure Hills

Activities: Reception at Germán Olano Airport in Puerto Carreño. Traditional lunch. During the rainy season (May–Nov), departure to the Garcitas inspection and river transfer to Newiti Camp. During the dry season, direct departure to the camp. Check-in, visit to the viewpoint for an unforgettable sunset, and visit to the bust of Simón Bolívar. Dinner and free time.

Activities: Breakfast and departure to the Maypures Visitor Center in El Tuparro National Natural Park. Hike along the Atalea trail. Walk to Atarrayadero (rainy season) or through the imposing Maypures Rapids (dry season). Refreshing swim in the Tuparro River and lunch. Environmental talk, hike along the Anaconda trail, and swim in Pozo Azul or Tomo River (depending on the season). Return to camp, dinner, and rest.

Activities: Transfer from El Arenal (Tuparro River) to Mantequero (Orinoco River). River navigation visiting riverside villages to the mouth of the Vichada River—the exact point (Witzara) where the plains end and the jungle begins—with an opportunity to spot pink river dolphins. Continuation along the Orinoco, Matavén, and Caño Frutas rivers to the Sarrapia indigenous community (Piaroa ethnic group). Lunch, cultural walk, and interaction with the community. In the rainy season, swim with river dolphins. Llanero-Amazonian sunset, dinner, and accommodation.

Activities: Navigation along the Orinoco River with views of the Castillito shrine. Mandatory crossing through the spectacular Southern Fluvial Star (confluence of the Guaviare, Atabapo, and Orinoco rivers). Passage through Amanavén and a swim in the tannin waters of the Atabapo River. Arrival in Puerto Inírida for lunch. River continuation to the Remanso community (Puinave ethnic group) at the foot of the majestic Mavicure Hills. Check-in, dinner, and rest.

Day 5: Mavicure Ascent and Return to Inírida

Activities: Early morning ascent to the Mavicure Hills to contemplate the awakening of the jungle. Breakfast and visit to Caño San Joaquín for a swim. Tour to the Venado community (Curripaco ethnic group). Return to Remanso for lunch. River transfer back to Puerto Inírida. Hotel check-in, special dinner, and free time.

Day 6: Inírida Flower and Farewell

Actividades: Breakfast. Excursion to see the exotic Inírida Flower in its natural ecosystem. Short tour to Coco Viejo and a city tour of Inírida. Transfer to César Gaviria Trujillo Airport. End of the tour.

Everything is included in the experience

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Not Included

Transport: Full ground and river logistics.
Full Board Meals: Breakfasts, lunches, and dinners (local gastronomy).
Accommodation: Stays in camps and lodges according to the itinerary.
Expert Guiding: Permanent accompaniment by a tour guide throughout the described itinerary.
Local Fees: Entrance fees to ecological reserves, national parks, and indigenous reserves.
Insurance: Travel insurance policy throughout the entire journey.