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Beach Holidays in Venezuela
There is so much to discover on a holiday to Venezuela – the beautiful beaches: the table top mountains or 'tepuis' and stunning waterfalls of the Gran Sabana, including of course the world's highest - Angel Falls.
Further north, travel by dugout canoe on the mighty Orinoco River with its fertile delta and lush flora. Stroll through the cobbled streets of Merida and then cross the breathtaking scenery of the Andes towards Barinas where you can discover by 4WD or on horse-back the abundant wildlife of the ‘Llanos’ (vast open plains).
Of course, when you have had enough of adventure on a Venezuela holiday, wildlife spotting and touring Andean scenery, you can relax on any number of palm fringed, white sand beaches all along its Caribbean Coast. Our favourite spot is the archipelago of Los Roques with simple posadas and great snorkelling or diving but there are lots of other places to go.
With such a large country, the climate varies greatly throughout. The Caribbean coast is generally dry with infrequent rain. South of the Orinoco in the Gran Sabana and Canaima and the Andes around Merida and the Llanos, the dry season is November to May. The best time to visit here is just after the rains when the falls are full and there is low humidity, also a good time for hiking and climbing Mt Roraima.
From lively resorts on Isla Margarita to quiet retreats with few facilities on the edge of national parks, our experienced Latin America specialists can create a tailor-made itinerary for your Venezuela holiday or tour of the region.
Vast and varied, the country of Venezuela still remains largely understated in the minds of most international tourists. From the snowcapped mountain peaks to gorgeous Caribbean beaches, there are a range of places to see and do things.
If searching for an adventure, a hike to Angel Falls, the world’s tallest waterfall should satisfy your need for an adrenaline rush.
The country is also rich in biological and natural beauty. There are over 40 national parks and multiple national monuments simply for those who enjoy the outdoors and nature.
Cuisine in Venezuela consists of many regional traditional dishes which are found at most restaurants. These include fried maize or wheatflour based breads. The most common meat dishes are fried or grilled fish and meats are usually always served with rice.
Generally, beef and chicken are the most popular although in some areas, the delicacy goat is preferred.
Pork is generally only eaten at Christmas time. Seafood is also popular in the country with Oysters, clams, and red snapper being readily available.
Travellers from the UK do not require a visa to enter Venezuela. You should be prepared to show a return ticket upon request.
The electric current in Venezuela is 120 volts, alternating at 60 cycles per second. It is advised that you check with your hotel prior to travel to confirm whether or not you require a transformer or converter.
The climate of Venezuela is tropical with wet and dry seasons. The dry season is between December and April with January being the coolest month. July and August are the hottest months.
The wet season usually begins in June although weather in the mountainous range can be unpredictable and sometimes cooler than the land below
All travellers are advised to ensure their Tetanus and Polio vaccines are up to date. Recommendations suggest that travellers should also get vaccinated for Hepatitis A, Typhoid, and Yellow Fever. Measures should always be taken in the form of repellent creams and gels to avoid contracting Malaria from insects.
The official language of Venezuela is Spanish. However there are over 40 languages spoken throughout the country including English, Arabic, Italian, Chinese, and Portuguese.
The official currency of Venezuela is the Bolivar.
The time difference is GMT -4 hours
The culture of Venezuela consists of three groups: Indigenous, African, and Spanish. Bullfighting is considered a popular national past time to watch similar to physical sports in the UK.
Carnival, the annual festival celebration brings the streets alive through music and costume.
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