The Remote Hills Of Mavecure

Let’s step back to a more prehistoric time where you might question exactly what planet you are on? The Mavecure hills (more like behemoth) mountains are a collection of 3 monoliths nestled in the South East of Colombia on the Inirida river which makes them only accessible by river. An adventure here is not for the faintest of heart as this isolated area is devoid of tourism substructure. You will be hiking various terrains carrying your own equipment, so reducing your weight his heavily suggested. Showers and toilets at the campsites are lacking which means you’ll have to get used to bathing in the river (without soap) and using mobile toilets. 

Tourism with Rural Indigenous Communities: Accommodation will be amongst the Venado community in rustic cabanas where comfort isn’t necessarily top priority. It’s very simple and basic yet clean and sufficient. We will help facilitate all gatherings and visits with the local communities. 

With these local tribes living in such inaccessible and undiscovered parts of Colombia, bringing some small gifts or useful trinkets goes a long way. Examples are: children’s books, clothing, sewing kits, writing material, fishing line, hooks, flashlights or anything with an alternate energy source. 

Itinerary:

Day 1: Inirida River - Mavecure Hills

Start your day with a small gathering with the local people after your arrival in Inirida. Have lunch followed by a journey onward to the oldest, most sacred hills of the Cerros of Mavecure. You will have a chance to visit with the Venado community which along with the Remanso communities belong to the indigenous reservations here. Afterwards we will explore a little more of the forests by hiking to the base of the Cerro Diablo. End the day with dinner and an overnight stay with the Venado people. 

(Lunch & Dinner Included)

Day 2: Visit Mono of the Mavecure

Begin this fun-filled day with breakfast before we venture to both Pajaro and Mono hills. This area in the Inirida river is not only a sacred place for its local people but a very unique spot between the tepuyes where the water cascades with a furious flow making it something special to see. 

Just before we stop for lunch with the Venado community we will begin our trek up the tepuy to view the Escudo Guavanes landscapes a series of ancient rocks in the centre of the jungle. After lunch we will make our way to the Almidon community where we have access to the Caiman river enjoying the Redonda, Casabe and Clara lagoons. Following our time here we will return to the community where we can begin our river ride keeping our eyes open for pink dolphins and countless endemic birds of the area. Finally we’ll head to the community of Ceiba where you can enjoy dinner and an overnight in your cabin.  

(All meals included)

Day 3: Visiting Orinoco River

It’s amazing to see communities such as the Ceiba making sustainable efforts to improve their environmental footprint and you will be able to see their many initiatives following breakfast. You’ll be introduced to a local bee species on the Honey Route before moving over to the mouth of the Orinoco River where you’ll catch a glimpse of the Estrella fluvial of Inirida. During our river ride you’ll have the opportunity to bask in the enjoyment of a swim in the Atabapo waters before arriving at the Moru natural reserve for lunch. Following lunch you’ll have two choices: 

1. Take a row down the Jota River in search of the most amazing flora and fauna. 


2. Take a journey deep inside the Mataven jungle where you can rappel up a canopy to the tree top platform for an unforgettable view. 

(All meals included) 

Day 4: Natural Reserve Moru

Enjoy a Selva Mataven breakfast before you embark towards the Natural Moru reserve of the Vichada department taking in the surrounding rainforests. We will then begin our trek back to the city of Inirida with an airport transfer and then flight back to Bogota. 

(Breakfast & Lunch included) 

Included: 

• Meals as listed within the program
• Accommodation in maloka / hammock
• Local transportation
• Transfer in/out Airport
• Transportation by boat

Excluded:

• All flights (domestic and international
• Additional drinks and meals not listed within the program
• Medical/Travel/Cancelaltion Insurance
• Personal Expenses
• Tips
• Visa if required

**ask us about departure dates!