Condor Journeys - Henri Pittier National Park

The Henri Pittier National Park covers the coastal mountain range, which makes part of the northern Andes. Although a small area, its staircase microclimate and unspoiled conditions created a treasure of different habitats; semi-dry deciduous woods, rainforests, cloudforests and coastal vegetation. At least 7% of the world's bird species live here. The Portachuelo Pass is a natural migratory route for birds and insects from distant places such as Argentina and Canada. Descendants of African slaves inhabit small coastal villages, such as Chuao and Choroni, still conserving some of the African-style folklore at the heart of the Venezuelan culture.

DAY 1:
From Caracas we drive to Maracay (2 hours) and then across the Henri Pittier National Park (1 hour and a half), discovering the several ecosystems of the park. We finally arrive in Choroni, a remote colonial fishermen village and an unknown paradise of lush forests, isolated creeks and a superb coco-palmed sandy beach just 10 minutes walking from the village. This is the ideal place to enjoy the beach and the Caribbean atmosphere.

DAYS 2-3:
Free day to enjoy yourselves. Apart from the nearby beach, you can hike to other creek to discover isolated beaches. Some optional excursions are also available:
- Sailing along te coast to Chuao, a remote village rich in African traditions where the best cocoa is produced.
- Bird watching at the Rancho Grande Biological Station
- Diving. (B).

Rated: Easy.

Christmas and Easter are usually crowded periods seeing herds of Venezuelan heading to the beaches, many of them not respectful of nature. We do recomend to avoid travelling at these dates.

Tour Tariff
Room type	SGL	DBL
USD	$ 427	$ 312
EUR	€ 354	€ 259
GBP	£ 239	£ 174

(*) Price last updated on 04 January 2003. Current price may vary due to elements out of our control, so please always check by sending us a
quotation request .
(**) 2 passengers minimum

Included: Private transportation, meals as specified, accommodation in colonial style posada or an hacienda in double room with private bathroom

Not included: Other meals, optional excursions

Henri Pittier National Park

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