Orinoco Savannas · Cataracts · Petroglyph Trails

Tuparro National Park

One of Colombia's least-visited UNESCO Biosphere Reserves, Tuparro protects Orinoco savannas, ancient petroglyphs, and giant river cataracts.

Duration5 Days / 4 Nights
Group SizePrivate (2–10 travelers)
DifficultyModerate
Starting PointVichada, Colombia

Why you'll love this experience

One of Colombia's least-visited UNESCO Biosphere Reserves, Tuparro protects Orinoco savannas, ancient petroglyphs, and giant river cataracts.

With very few visitors each year, you'll have unobstructed savanna sunsets and pristine camping alongside the Tomo River.

Highlights

  • Kayak and navigate through the Orinoco cataracts at Maipures
  • Guided petroglyph hike through pre-Columbian rock art sites
  • Llanos wildlife: capybaras, orinoco crocodiles, giant anteaters
  • Stargazing with near-zero light pollution on the savanna
Itinerary

Day-by-day breakdown

Day 1
Puerto Carreño Arrival

Fly to Puerto Carreño, meet your park guide, and boat to the park entrance. Settle into camp on the Tomo River and enjoy an evening savanna walk to watch the Llanos sunset.

Day 2
Maipures Cataracts

Take a boat and then portage through the famous Maipures cataracts — the largest rapids on the Orinoco accessible to visitors. Swim in natural pools and observe Orinoco crocodiles from a safe vantage point.

Day 3
Petroglyph Trail & Savanna Wildlife

Hike through savanna habitats to reach ancient petroglyphs carved by pre-Columbian cultures. Afternoon game drive for capybaras, giant anteaters, and savanna birds including the Jabiru stork.

Day 4
Tomo River Exploration

Full day kayaking and fishing on the Tomo River. Evening debrief and guided stargazing from a sandbar with no light pollution — the Milky Way is unmistakable from this latitude.

Day 5
Farewell & Return

Early morning birding on the savanna before packing up and boating back to Puerto Carreño for your flight out.

What's included

  • Park-certified bilingual guides
  • Boat, kayak, and 4x4 transport
  • Park entry permits and fees
  • 4 nights riverside camp accommodation
  • All meals and purified water

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