Venezuela's Peaks: Where the Sky Begins at Your Feet

There are places on earth that look like windows to another world. The summits of Venezuela — also known as the tepuis — are such places. Stone platforms soaring straight from the jungle towards the sky, with sheer walls as if carved out with a single stroke.

Here, at the top of the world, clouds glide beneath your feet, the wind tells ancient tales, and each step is a sense of infinity. This is the place where the sky isn't above you — it begins where you stand.

What are the tepuis?

Tepuis are flat mountain tops, formed hundreds of millions of years ago. They are among the oldest geological structures on the planet. Mainly located in the Guiana region in southern Venezuela, these rocky giants are like isolated worlds — each with its own unique ecosystem, plants, and animals that exist nowhere else.

The most famous tepuis that will take your breath away

• Roraima – the most popular tepui, inspiring writers like Arthur Conan Doyle for "The Lost World." Climbing it is like traveling to another planet.

• Auyán-tepui – from here drops Angel Falls, the world's tallest waterfall.

• Kukenán – exceptionally challenging to conquer, this tepui symbolizes mystery and power.

What does it feel like to be on a tepui?

The ascent is not easy — humid jungle, steep slopes, endless vistas. But when you reach the top, everything changes. The ground is dotted with strange stone formations, pools of crystal-clear water, miniature forests, and an boundless silence.

Sometimes clouds envelop everything around, and you stand there feeling the whole world blur beneath you. At other times, the sky reveals its endless breadth, and then you understand — you're not just atop a mountain. You're on the edge of the world.

How to reach the tepuis?

• Flight to Canaima or Santa Elena de Uairén – starting points for trekking expeditions to Roraima and other tepuis.

• Expedition with guides – the climb to Roraima usually takes 5–7 days round trip, with overnight stays in tents and treks through the jungle.

The best time to visit

The most suitable season is the dry period from December to April. During the rest of the year, frequent rainfall can make the trek harder but also create dramatic views with waterfalls cascading from the peaks.

What to bring with you?

• Moisture-resistant shoes and clothing

• Light sleeping bag and tent

• Waterproof backpack

• Water filter or purification tablets

• Strong insect repellent

• Camera — you'll want to capture every moment

The Tepuis – a step towards eternity

Standing on a tepui is like returning to a time when Earth was wild and untouched. It's an encounter with the world as we rarely see it — mighty, mysterious, free.

Join Panic Frame & Travel and let's together climb these stone temples of nature — where the sky begins not from above, but from your very footsteps.