Guest User
January 31, 2023
Campamento Canaima is probably the "highest" end place to stay among the place to stay in the area. The location is spectacular with views of waterfalls and fresh water swimming and kayaking. The service is good, thoughtful and attentive. The basic rooms, what I think are called "superior deluxe" are extremely basic, but you are in the jungle :) However, I have a great tip for finding other rooms on the property. The website doesn't advertise some amazing villas and houses for rent on one end of the sprawling property. If you travel with a group or family you MUST check out these places. SInce you'll be doing all day hikes and outings, it's nice to return to a comfortable space that has full concierge service (We loved Luis!). Ask for connections to the owners of those spaces when you try to book. You get lots of meals, which are perfectly fine for the spot. I was a little confused why they always served things like meat and pasta while there is fresh local fish everywhere. Also, they have wifi, but make sure you understand what wifi in the jungle is like. Especially when you have about 100 guests using it at the same time. Just another note: I'm not a fan of the crowd that stays there. It's VERY touristy and everywhere you go people are doing selfies, holding selfie sticks etc. I was the only American (U.S.) there, and was hoping to get away from this type of tourism, but it is EVERYWHERE these days. So be careful when you go on group tours. Do the plane to cave kavac. It's stunning. I'd highly highly suggest a helicopter to angel falls over the full day boat trip--it's 12 hours and lots of tourists at times. PLEASE!!!! Book your own private tour--we went to a bunch of exclusive tours with the local expert on Canaima- Antonio Hitcher (he's half native Pemon, so knows the culture). He grew up there, knows everything like the back of his hand, and will take you on unique, glorious tours ( be brave and take an all day hike with him to the top of a Tepuy).