Venezuela Travel Guide 🇻🇪
Everything a traveler should know before visiting Venezuela — Caracas, Angel Falls, Los Roques, Andes mountains, Caribbean coast & Orinoco basin
🌤 Live Weather — Caracas
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📌 Quick Facts
🏙 Capital Caracas
🌄 Regions Andes · Caribbean Coast · Gran Sabana · Orinoco · Los Llanos
💱 Currency Venezuelan Bolívar (VES)
🗣 Language Spanish
⏱ Time Zone GMT−4
🔌 Plug Type Type A · B — 120V
Famous for: Angel Falls · tepui plateaus · Los Roques archipelago · biodiversity · dramatic landscapes
🛂 Visa & Entry Rules
Visa-free for some nationalities Passport valid 6+ months Onward / return ticket- Requirements vary by nationality
- Travel insurance strongly recommended
- Some protected parks require permits
Always verify latest visa & entry rules before travel.
🗓 Best Time to Visit
🌤 Dec–Apr Dry season — best for sightseeing
🌧 May–Nov Rainy season (lush landscapes)
⭐ Year-Round Los Roques beaches
🌿 Angel Falls Highest flow during rainy period
Weather varies by region — coast vs. highlands vs. rainforest.
💰 Average Trip Budget
- 🎒 Budget — $40–60 / ₹3,300–₹5,000 per day
- 🏨 Mid-Range — $80–120 / ₹6,600–₹10,000 per day
- 👑 Remote Tours — $180+ / ₹15,000+ per day
Flights to Canaima / Gran Sabana increase costs.
🗺 Top Places to Visit
Angel Falls (Canaima) Los Roques Archipelago Merida Andes Caracas Mochima National Park Gran Sabana & Tepui plateaus🚇 Transport & Getting Around
- Domestic flights for long distances
- River & boat trips in Canaima
- Intercity buses (limited routes)
- Tours recommended for remote areas
Access to tepui & rainforest areas is usually via guided tours.
📶 Mobile SIM & Internet
- Providers — Movilnet · Digitel · Movistar
- Coverage good in major cities
- Weak / none in remote regions
- Wi-Fi available in some hotels
Download offline maps for national parks & interior travel.
💵 Money & Payments
- Cash often required
- Cards accepted in select hotels
- ATMs limited outside cities
- Carry small bills for transport & markets
Confirm accepted payment options with tour operators in advance.
🍽 Food & Local Cuisine
- Arepas
- Pabellón criollo
- Hallacas
- Empanadas
- Tropical fruits & fresh seafood
🎊 Festivals & Events
- Carnival celebrations
- Independence Day
- Religious & cultural festivals
- Regional music & folk events
🛡 Safety & Travel Awareness
- Use licensed guides & transport
- Avoid isolated urban areas at night
- Keep valuables secure
- Follow local advice in remote regions
Plan travel logistics carefully — especially in remote parks.
🎒 What to Pack
- Light breathable clothing
- Rain jacket
- Insect repellent
- Sun protection & hat
🌡 Weather & Climate
- Tropical lowlands & coast
- Cooler Andean highlands
- Humid rainforest zones
- Wet & dry seasonal cycles
🧳 Suggested 5-Day Itinerary
- Day 1 — Arrive in Caracas & city viewpoints
- Day 2 — Fly to Canaima National Park
- Day 3 — River trip & Angel Falls viewpoint
- Day 4 — Gran Sabana / tepui landscapes
- Day 5 — Optional Los Roques beach day
❓ FAQs
Is English widely spoken?
Limited — Spanish is primary.
Is Venezuela mainly nature tourism?
Yes — tepui hikes, waterfalls & coastal islands are key highlights.
Do I need cash?
Yes — especially outside large cities and on tours.
🚨 Emergency Numbers
🚑 Ambulance 911
👮 Police 911
🔥 Fire 171
🩺 Tourist Assistance Local Emergency Services