Mount Roraima Trek 8 days

Kick off your Mount Roraima trek with an exciting briefing day! Meet your fellow adventurers as we outline essential guidelines in a hotel in Boa Vista at 08:30 am, and prepare you for the journey ahead, ensuring a memorable start to this incredible trek. After that, we’ll travel along the scenic BR 174 to the Venezuelan border. Here, we’ll take care of all the customs formalities to set the stage for your upcoming Mount Roraima trek.

As part of your Mount Roraima tour, the journey along BR 174 offers an appetizer of the stunning landscapes you’re about to explore. It’s a perfect way to get everyone pumped for the trekking adventure that lies ahead.

To wrap up this preparatory day of your Mount Roraima Trek, we’ll spend the night in S. Elena de Uairén. This ensures we’re well-positioned to kick off our trek to the top of Mount Roraima the next day. Rest well, because the adventure of a lifetime awaits!

Distance: 220 km by road, approximately 3 hours.
Temperature: Around 25°C (77°F).
Elevation gain: 815 metres. 

Begin your Mount Roraima trek with a mesmerizing journey through the Gran Sabana’s breathtaking landscapes, setting the stage for the adventure that awaits. Our destination is the Community of Paraitepuy, the starting point of our Mount Roraima trek. From there, we’ll hike to our campsite by the Kukenan River. You’ll spend the night in a tent, under a sky filled with stars, with Mount Roraima teasing the adventures of the next day.

Your Mount Roraima trek continues as you wake up to a new day and the mountain beckoning in the distance. Get ready for another day filled with hiking, exploring, and soaking up the surrounding beauty on your Mount Roraima tour.

As the afternoon settles, your Mount Roraima trek leads you to the base camp, right at the foot of Mount Roraima’s towering wall. Words can’t describe the awe-inspiring sight of this massive natural barrier. It’s a breathtaking moment that rounds off this day of your Mount Roraima tour, leaving you excited for what comes next.

Distance: 100 km by 4×4, 15 km trek lasting 4-5 hours.
Temperature: Around 25°C (77°F).
Elevation gain: 200 metres. 

Wake up to a stunning sunrise with Mount Roraima towering in front of you, ready to embark on a day filled with exploration and awe-inspiring views. It’s a brand new day on your Mount Roraima trek and the mountain is calling. We’ll spend the day hiking closer to this natural wonder.

By afternoon, your Mount Roraima trek will bring you to the base of the mountain. Here, we’ll take a break to rest and eat lunch. You’ll be awestruck by the gigantic walls of Mount Roraima that seem to touch the sky.

As part of your Mount Roraima tour, we’ll pause for a moment to enjoy the clean and clear views of the area around Mount Roraima. As we get closer, you’ll begin to realize just how massive it truly is. This day of your Mount Roraima trek will surely leave you filled with awe and excitement for what’s to come.

Distance: 8 km, 5 hours hiking.
Temperature: Around 20°C (68°F).
Elevation gain: 750 metres. 

Prepare for an extraordinary day of discovery on your Mount Roraima trek, where every step reveals the mountain’s hidden wonders. The trail leading to the top of Mount Roraima offers something different at every step. It’s one of the most beautiful parts of your Mount Roraima trek, with plenty of spots to take photos, rest, and enjoy the landscape. You’ll see gardens full of bromeliads, orchids, and even some small birds along the way.

Your Mount Roraima trek will also take you across several streams and under the captivating “Paso das Lágrimas” waterfall. As you make your way up, keep an eye out for the Makunaima Monument, which seems to watch over those who approach the mountain’s peak.

Finally, upon reaching the top during your Mount Roraima tour, you’ll be greeted by the “Guardians of the Mountain.” These are three enormous rock formations that look like they’re keeping watch over the landscape. This day of your Mount Roraima trek is filled with awe-inspiring moments that you won’t want to miss.

The weather is unstable, there may be variations in temperature and rainfall every day at the top.

Distance: 4,5 km, 4-5 hours hiking.
Temperature: 10°C (50°F) during the day, 5°C (41°F) at night, possibly dropping to zero (32°F) if it rains.
Elevation gain: the altitude level generally remains the same. 

Embark on two unforgettable days atop Mount Roraima, where the panoramic views and mystical landscapes promise a transformative experience. One of the highlights is the Valley of Crystals, a unique place where you’ll find rocky outcrops along your path. This part of your Mount Roraima trek lets you experience the extremes of nature, from big landscapes to tiny details, offering you a sense of wonder that words just can’t capture.

Next on your Mount Roraima trek, we’ll head to Triple Point and then make our way to El Foso. That is a spot that brings out the inner child in everyone, making you feel a sense of joy and wonder. You’ll quickly understand why the place has such a name as you explore it.

To wrap up this special day on your Mount Roraima tour, we’ll proceed to Coati camp, situated in the Brazilian part of the mountain. This is where you’ll spend the night, taking in all the unforgettable moments from your Mount Roraima trek. The camp offers a peaceful place to rest and reflect on the incredible experiences of the day.

Distance: 24 km, 8 hours hiking.
Temperature: 10°C (50°F) during the day, 5°C (41°F) at night, possibly dropping to zero (32°F) if it rains.
Elevation gain: the altitude level generally remains the same.

Anticipate a day brimming with wonder on your Mount Roraima trek, from rejuvenating crystal jacuzzis to panoramic views that stretch across the horizon. Start by rejuvenating yourself in the crystal jacuzzis. These therapeutic baths are perfect for energizing both your body and soul. This is a special part of your Mount Roraima trek you won’t want to miss.

Next up on your Mount Roraima trek is La Ventana, a lookout point where you can take in the grandeur of Mount Kukenan and its stunning waterfalls. Between the two giant rocks, known as tepuys, there’s a huge valley of forests that’ll take your breath away. It’s a perfect moment to pause, feel the breeze, and soak in the views.

To cap off your Mount Roraima tour, we’ll hike to Pedra Maverick, the highest point on Mount Roraima at 2875 metres. From here, you’ll get a sweeping view of the Gran Sabana and even see the entire trail you’ve trekked to reach this point. This is the final, unforgettable highlight of your Mount Roraima trek that you’ll remember for years to come.

Distance: 8 km, 6 hours hiking.
Temperature: 10°C (50°F) during the day, 5°C (41°F) at night, possibly dropping to zero (32°F) if it rains.
Elevation gain: the altitude level generally remains the same. 

The day to say goodbye to the House of Makunaima and return to our house in the city has arrived. After all, the nostalgia and early longing will run through your mind and your skin, and each look, at each step, will be a sincere “Goodbye”, or “until next time”, or simply: “gratitude for everything” that has been experienced in these days. Start the descent to the base, where we will make a stop to rest, have a snack, and continue for another 3 hours until the next camp, for an overnight stay with the possibility of the most starry sky of the trip.

Distance: Descent to the base takes 4 hours.
Temperature: Around 25°C (77°F).

This morning, we’ll start the final stage of the itinerary with the last hike to the Paraitepuy Community. Then, we’ll board the 4×4 vehicles for Santa Elena. Upon reaching the border, we’ll go through customs procedures, change vehicles, and travel to Boa Vista. We anticipate arriving late afternoon or early evening, completing our Mount Roraima hike at the same hotel where it began. 

Distance: Trekking 15 km, about 4 hours, then return to Boa Vista by 4×4.
Temperature: Around 25°C (77°F).

Feeling the call of adventure? Secure your spot on the Mount Roraima hike today and start counting down to an unforgettable journey!