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Choroní and Henri Pittier National Park: Located approximately three hours west of Caracas on the coast of Venezuela, Henri Pittier National Park covers an area where the Andes foothills meet the warm Caribbean Sea. With impressive mountains and cloud forests that house over 400 species of birds, Henry Pittier National Park is world renowned for its bird watching appeal.

Tucked between the mountainous cloud forests of Henri Pittier National Park and the sapphire-blue waters of the Caribbean, this colonial village reminds you of former times. In Choroní, you can swim and sunbathe at the Playa Grande or take a boat to a nearby island. You do not want to miss the tambores dance every Saturday night, a cultural remnant of Africa from when slaves were brought here to harvest cacao.

Tucacas and Morrocoy National Park: Tucacas is a small town with beach access that is located between the city of Valencia and Morrocoy National Park. From here you can charter boats to take you to the nearby islands and keys. The national park consists of a strip of coast and some of the surrounding islands and keys with white-sand beaches and coral reefs. You can also visit the mangrove forests while in the area.

Sanare and Yacambú National Park: Sanare is a small Andean colonial village that is considered the gateway to Yacambú National Park. From here it is a 30 kilometer drive to the national park. Yacambú is located in the Sierra de Portuguesa area of the Venezuelan Andes and spans 145 square kilometers. Well as many endemic and/ or endangered species such as the Oso Frontino (a.k.a. Spectacled Bear) and the Jaguar.

La_Travesia.jpgMérida and the Andes: Located on a plateau in the heart of the Andes Mountains, Mérida is well-known for its outdoor activities such as horseback riding, hiking and camping in the mountains. It boasts one of the most colorful markets for local handicrafts and fruits in Latin America, Mercado Principal. From the city, you can reach local attractions such as the Sierra Nevada National Park or local lagoons within an hour and a half by bus.

Hato Cedral and the Llanos: The Llanos are expansive and untamed plains with a unique ecosystem that revolves around a flood/ drought cycle. They house an extraordinary concentration of plant and wildlife, including more than 400 species of birds, giant anteaters, wild horses, iguanas, red howler and capuchin monkeys as well as capybaras, the world’s largest rodent. The rivers are full of exotic species such as the fresh water dolphin, piranhas and anacondas.

Llanos_rept_cocodri_crias2.jpgThe Hato Cedral is a wildlife refuge ranch with air-conditioned cabins and private baths with hot water. It has a swimming pool and dining room where Venezuelan and international food are available. The staff is friendly and you are sure to be treated to a traditional llanero concert. There are two daily wildlife excursions and nighttime entertainment ranges from wildlife videos to scientific presentations.