Venezuela offers exceptional biodiversity and picturesque sights. With the Andean mountain range, captivating Caribbean coast, and the country’s wetlands, Venezuela is among the most exciting countries to explore, especially if you love being close to nature. If you are planning to travel to Venezuela soon, here are some of the best places to visit across the country.
Mérida
Considered one of the most progressive towns in Venezuela, Mérida has fascinating mountains contrasted with the grounded, relaxed vibe of the town itself.
This is a perfect destination for those who love outdoor activities, including hiking, mountain biking, and rafting. But the city’s trademark activity is paragliding since Merida has the perfect setup for it. While it may not be for the faint of heart, if you love intense experiences like this, Merida is a perfect place to do it.
Morrocoy National Park
Located in the northeastern part of Venezuela, this national park has beautiful coral reefs, clear waters, numerous islets, and lovely sandy beaches. This is nature at its finest, with dolphins, marine turtles, flamingos, and pelicans making frequent appearances. This is a great place to dedicate a whole day to, especially when the weather is nice. Pack for the day and enjoy the clear waters, exciting wildlife, and beautiful sunsets at Morrocoy National Park.
Angel Fall
Angel Falls is probably the most famous destination in Venezuela, and for a good reason. This is the highest waterfall in the world at 978 meters tall. The waterfall is located at the side of Auyantepui Mountain in Canaima National Park in Bolivar State. The name Angel Falls comes from Jimmie Angel, a U.S. aviator who was the first person ever to fly over the falls. Before that, the waterfall was called Kerepakupai Vená, which roughly translates to “fall from the highest point.” Tons of people visit the Angel Fall waterfall every year. If you want to experience this beauty in peace and quiet, it’s advisable to go out there pretty early on.
Mount Roraima
This mountain is often called “the floating island’. This is a flat-top mountain in the Guiana Highlands, and it stands at 2.772 meters high. It is mostly enveloped by clouds and looks like something straight out of a sci-fi novel, hence the name “floating island.” But there’s a lot more to Mount Roraima than just its surreal look. The mountain is home to many forms of plant life.
The floating island is also a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, who love a good challenging trail. If you’ve never done a tough hike before, maybe consider going with a professional or someone who can help you along the way.
Medanos de Coro
Medanos de Coro is a beautiful desert with dunes located at the very center of the country, in the state of Falcon. The desert is part of the Medanos de Coro National Park system. Since the sand in this desert is constantly in motion, the sands are often called “nomad sands.” If you visit this place, you can rent a quad bike or a camel to cross the desert. It is an experience of a lifetime.
How to stay safe while traveling through Venezuela
Keep Your Personal Belongings Close-by
It is extra important to keep your passport and mobile phone safe and away from pickpockets whenever you are traveling. Try to use an anti-theft backpack that you can see with your eyes at all times and the one that you can easily carry around everywhere.
Do Not Use Public Wi-Fi, or Use A VPN When You Do
If you use public Wi-Fi, make sure that you use a VPN. Just download VPN and connect to a remote server to conceal your internet connection when browsing the web through public Wi-Fi. This way, you will protect yourself from any vulnerability within the public Wi-Fi network connection.
Let Your Family Members And Friend Know Where You Are Everyday
Make sure that your friends and family back home know where you are every day of your trip. Not only will that make them feel calmer, but they’ll also be able to help way more efficiently if they know where you are. You may not always be able to reach them when you need it, but if they know where you are, they’ll be able to act swiftly.
Have you been to Venezuela? If so, what was your favorite place?
