Along the way...

At the Northern extremity of Brazil, the state of Roraima constitute one of the last un-explored region of the South American continent, and the refuge of the Yanomamis Indians, one of the most important tribe of the Amazon.
On either side of the main river of the State, the Rio Branco, rises a mountain range of relatively high altitude (about 2000 meters above sea level average).
This relief, marking the natural separation line between the Orénoque and the Amazon Basins, is also the border between Venezuela and Brazil.
The vegetation is typical of the region (first growth dense and tropical forest) and it is estimated that 50% of the species encountered here are endemic.
The temperature oscillates between 8 and 27 degrees and rainfall averages 4,000 mm / year.

Pico da Neblina, highest point in Brazil at el. 3040 m.a.s.l.

Pico de Neblina the roof of Brazil, is located in the core of the Amazonian virgin forest, in one of the wildest sites of this green inferno.
Its name, “Fog Pea”, comes from the clouds and the continuous rains maintaining a very humid atmosphere, without any apparent dry season, in which it bathes.
This frontier area located between Brazil and Venezuela is ruled by international agreements that define the division of the territory.
Neblina peak is on Brazilian territory, and with its 3040 m.a.s.l., constitutes the highest point of this country.

The other sandstone mountains, the “Tepuys”, generally have flat summits and horizontal layers. At Pico de la Neblina, these layers are folded in such a manner that the mountain surface is marked by deep valleys and sharp peaks; along its main axis there is a valley known as Canyon of the Baria river, one of the deepest in the world!

Our expedition leaves from Manaus and the adventure starts as soon as we take off….

The trek of the clouds – Ascent of Pico Da Neblina

Day 1: MANAUS

At our arrival in Manaus, the group meets in the hall of the hotel. Briefing and inspection of the expedition equipment then detailed explanation of the itinerary.
End of day open to stroll through town (see the section Manaus recommended visits).
Meals open. Night in a hotel.

Day 2: MANAUS – SÃO GABRIEL DE CACHOEIRA – CAMP. DA PEDRA

In the morning, we transfer to the regional airport of Manaus for the short flight to São Gabriel da Cachoeira. . Once we have arrived, we visit IBAMA (the Brazilian Environment Protection Organization).
In the afternoon, we leave in a 4WD.
After driving about 50 miles towards Frente Sul, where we stop for a little shopping to complete what’s needed for the trip, we embark in a motor canoe. After an hour navigation we reach camp da Pedra where we set up camp.
All included. Night in hammock.

Day 3: CAMP. DA PEDRA – BOCA DO TUCANO

We get up at 05:30 to take our breakfast, and continue our journey on the Cauburis River, at the heart of the Amazon Forest.
In the middle of the day, we stop for lunch, then continue on until we reach the mouth of the Maturuca River.
After 7 hours, we finally reach the Boca do Tucano (the “Toucan’s mouth”), our second camp.
All included. Night in hammocks.

Day 4: BOCA DO TUCANO – BEDEDOURO VELHO

Trek – 8 miles - 6h of actual walking – 200 m elevation gain

Today, our trek towards the roof of brazil begins.
We pass by the village of Cachoeira and take our lunch at Serrinha.
In the afternoon, we continue our ascent towards Bebedouro Velho, where we set up camp.
All included. Bivouac.

Day 5: BEBEDOURO VELHO – BEBEDOURO NOVO

Trek – 7.5 miles - 6h of actual walking – 400 m elevation gain

Today, we will have the opportunity to discover along the way magnificent sites such as Cutia, Macaco and Romualdo.
We take our lunch in the middle of the Amazon Forest, and then reach Bebedouro Novo in the middle of the afternoon.
All included. Bivouac.

Day 6: BEBEDOURO NOVO – BASE CAMP

Trek –7h of actual walking – 1200 m elevation gain

Today, we are confronted with the most important elevation gain.
From the Lage where we have lunch, we continue on to our base camp, from where we can appreciate the majestic forms of the highest point in Brazil.

Day 7: BASE CAMP – SUMMIT

Trek –5h of actual walking – 1000 m elevation gain

We attack the final difficulty, the goal of our expedition, Pico da Neblina and its 3040 meters.
From the summit, if the weather is clear, exceptional view over the forest spreading as far as the eyes can see under our feet.
All included. Bivouac.

Day 8 & 9: PICO DA NEBLINA – PICO 31 DE MARZO

Trek –5h of actual walking – 500 to 800 m elevation gain

These two days are dedicated to visiting Pico da Neblina and Pico 31 de Marzo, the second highest point in Brazil.
We admire the extraordinary flora of this area, where most species are endemic, as well as the spectacular views over the large valleys below and deep canyons dating from the time of the mountain’s formation.
We then return to our camp for dinner and to rest after our emotions!
All included. Bivouac.

Day 10: PICO DA NEBLINA – BASE CAMP

Trek –5h of actual walking

We return by the same itinerary we came up.
All included. Bivouac.

Day 11: BASE CAMP – BEBEDOURO VELHO

Trek –9h of actual walking

All included. Bivouac.

Day 12: BEBEDOURO VELHO – BOCA DO TUCANO

Trek –6h of actual walking

All included. Bivouac.

Day 13: BOCA DO TUCANO – ALDEIA NAZARE

Starting this day, we continue by boat. We pass by camp da Pedra for lunch, then continue our navigation on the Cauaburi River to Aldeia Nazare, where we set up camp.
All included. Night in hammock.

Day 14: BALDEIA NAZARE – SÃO GABRIEL DA CACHOEIRA

Today we start going up Rio La Grande and navigate for 3 hours on its dark waters. We reach Frente Sul towards 10:00. A car is awaiting us there to transfer the group to São Gabriel, where we arrive at 14:00. Rest of the day open.
All included. Night in the pension São Gabriel.

Day 15: SÃO GABRIEL DA CACHOEIRA – MANAUS

Transfer to the airport for our flight to Manaus. End of our services.

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