Flights To Venezuela Guide

It is not as difficult as you would think to arrange a flight to South America, and especially to the stunning and diverse nation of Venezuela. Choosing the right flight may make or ruin your entire trip, regardless of the allure of bustling Caracas or the world’s tallest waterfall, Angel Falls. There are several flights available from the UK that fit your schedule, travel choices, and price. 

The major airport and primary entry point into Venezuela is Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS), which serves Caracas, the nation’s capital. Woking Travel will take care of you and make arrangements for transportation from the airport to your lodging as soon as you arrive in Venezuela.

While young and restless people are drawn to Venezuela’s busy metropolis, adventurous travellers are drawn to the country’s breathtaking countryside for a peaceful moment. This nation boasts some of the greatest luxury hotels in all of South America.

When you engage with Woking Travel, you can pick the ideal spot to crash since we have an incredible assortment of hotels and have put together incredible holiday packages that will make your stay in Venezuela memorable.  

1. SunSol UNIK LUXURY HOTEL: The SUNSOL UNIK Luxury Hotel, which has an outdoor pool and a restaurant, is situated in Porlamar, a town with much to do, including going to theatres and museums and relaxing on the beach.
   
   
2. JW Marriott Hotel Caracas: The JW Marriott Hotel Caracas welcomes you. Our 17-story hotel in Caracas rises 17 storeys above the cityscape and is ideally situated close to popular destinations including the Centro Cultural Chacao, Iglesia Nuestra Señora de La Chiquinquirá, and Mercado Municipal de Chacao.
   
   
3. Lidotel Caracas: Beautifully furnished with traditional European style, this city centre hotel has many amenities that are hard to come by at other hotels in the area, like our Signature Lidotel Royal Beds, roomy accommodations, a full-service spa, and the biggest, most up-to-date fitness centre with the newest cardio and exercise equipment.
   
   
4. Eurobuilding Hotel and Suites Caracas: It features 17 ballrooms and halls for social and business gatherings, a 3,000-person conference centre, a business centre, and a retail arcade with convenience stores, banks, and travel agencies.
   
   
5. Meliá Caracas: The five-star Melia Caracas Hotel is situated in Sabana Grande, one of the city’s most upscale neighbourhoods and a significant hub for business, pleasure, and finance.
   
   
6. Hesperia Isla Margarita: The Hesperia Isla Margarita is surrounded by the lush scenery of a natural park and offers views of the calm, clear seas and stunning white dunes.
   
   
7. Agua Dorada Beach Hotel: The newest member of our family of 4-star luxury boutique hotels, the Agua Dorada Beach Hotel by Lidotel, is located in Playa el Agua, a serene beach refuge set along the beaches of the Caribbean Sea. Playa el Agua is situated along the stunning north-eastern coast of Margarita Island.
   
   
8. Renaissance Caracas La Castellana Hotel: In addition to being close to Altamira attractions, local eateries, nightlife, and shops, the Renaissance Caracas La Castellana Hotel in Venezuela is a great place for those interested in seeing famous sites while in the city.
   
   
9. LIDOTEL Valencia: Look no farther than LIDOTEL Hotel Boutique Valencia if you’re searching for a romantic boutique hotel in Valencia.
   
   
10. Inter Maracaibo Hotel: Overlooking the eastern stream that emerges from the Lake of Maracaibo is the Inter Maracaibo Hotel. This cutting-edge, contemporary building has 252 rooms.

The transportation options in Venezuela are: 

• Automobiles: Venezuela has the lowest gas costs in the world, at $0.18 per gallon ($0.05 per litre), which encourages the use of automobiles. Sometimes the cost of petrol is cheaper than that of bottled water.
• Buses: All of terrestrial Venezuela is served by frequent, reasonably priced bus service. The majority of well-known locations are furthermore served by buses marked as expreso, ejecutivo, de lujo, or luxury.
• Trains: Since there aren’t many passenger trains in Venezuela, buses are the primary means of long-distance transportation. Trams and local buses are the most widely used modes of transportation in cities; Caracas, Maracaibo, and Valencia all have metro systems.

Venezuela stands out for its immense beauty and diversity and is a favourite destination globally. These are the top 10 tourist attractions in Venezuela which showcase the country’s natural wonders, historical sites and lively culture:

1. Angel Falls (Salto Ángel): Angel Falls, located in Canaima National Park, is the highest uninterrupted waterfall in the world. It drops from an incredible height of 979 metres and is a sight to behold.
   
   
2. Canaima National Park: Apart from Angel Falls, this vast UNESCO World Heritage site is known for its unique tepui formations (tabletop mountains), vast savannahs, and beautiful lagoons, which offer numerous trekking opportunities.
   
   
3. Los Roques Archipelago: This national park has more than 300 islands and cays, making it a paradise for sun worshippers and divers due to its beautiful white sand beaches and transparent waters, among the best in the Caribbean.
   
   
4. Morrocoy National Park: Morrocoy is famous for its cays, or small islands, scattered throughout the turquoise water. These attract visitors interested in snorkelling, diving, or just getting away from it all on a quiet beach.
   
   
5. Roraima Mount: The tallest of these plateaus in South America’s Pakaraima chain is Roraima Mountain, whose summit is 2,810 metres above sea level; one of the earth’s oldest geological formations where treks can be challenging, but views are awe-inspiring.
   
   
6. The Andes: Mérida is an Andean city that boasts adventure sports facilities and picturesque mountain landscapes. The Mérida Cable car is the highest and longest cable car ever built anywhere in the world.
   
   
7. Mochima National Park: Between Anzoátegui and Sucre states, Mochima features lovely beaches and coves with abundant marine life, great for snorkelling or scuba diving.
   
   
8. Orinoco Delta: A magnificent river delta located on the Orinoco River supports various fauna, such as dolphins, which live here, and prey plants you may never have heard about before. It is a place that will give you an unforgettable eco-tourism experience.
   
   
9. The Llanos: The vast tropical grasslands of South America, home to capybaras, anacondas, and numerous bird species, offer the opportunity to witness wildlife.
   
   
10. Historic Centre of Coro and its Port:  Coro is an ancient city in South America famous for colonial architecture and Médanos de Coro National Park’s old dunes, which have made it one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Here are top 10 restaurants in Venezuela that serve exceptional food with a great variety of cuisines:

1. Alto: Alto, a frequent feature in Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants list, serves inventive food created by chef Carlos García utilising locally sourced Venezuelan ingredients.
   
   
2. Cordero: Cordero’s cuisine features only lamb, according to its name. There are 26 seasonal meals available at the à la carte menu, all of them contain lamb or sheep as a main ingredient or in the form of dairy products. 
   
   
3. La Casa Bistro: This welcoming neighbourhood restaurant, which is usually buzzing with the sound of people meeting up over lunch and is filled with the fragrance of freshly made bread, offers all the cosiness of a family kitchen. 
   
   
4. Le Gourmet: Situated in the lively Las Mercedes area, the five-star Tamanaco InterContinental hotel boasts a gastronomic gem called Le Gourmet.
   
   
5. Moreno Restaurant: The cuisine of young chef Víctor Moreno is served in a magnificent dining room with lofty ceilings, reminiscent of the comfort meal that a grandmother could only prepare.
   
   
6. La Guayaba Verde: The head chef Eduardo Castañeda of La Guayaba Verde has a unique aptitude for inventing new dishes while maintaining tradition, offering a contemporary touch on Venezuelan cuisine.
   
   
7. Cachapera Doña Inés e Hijos: Many traditional Venezuelan meals start with cachapa, of which Doña Inés and her sons serve the best in Caracas.
   
   
8. El Aranjuez: Among the top restaurants in Caracas for providing steak, El Aranjuez is one of the oldest establishments in Las Mercedes.
   
   
9. Avila Burger: This restaurant, which takes its name from Cerro Avila, Caracas’ green lung, serves the greatest gourmet burgers in town.
   
   
10. Tarzilandia: Among the many restaurants in Caracas, Tarzilandia is notable for the calibre of its cuisine as well as its location.

1. Explore Caracas, Venezuela’s Capital : Caracas is now the cultural and economic hub of the nation, home to the Federal Palace, theatres, and historical sites.
   
   
2. Venture into the Rainforests: Covering a region of 18 million hectares, the Amazon rainforest makes up nearly 50 percent of Venezuela’s territory.
   
   
3. Relax on the Caribbean Coast: Venezuela is a country with a balmy Caribbean coast that is home to serene island getaways, biodiverse coral reefs, and azure beaches.
   
   
4. Island Hop & Snorkel at Los Roques Island: The Los Roques archipelago is ideal for anyone seeking a mix of leisure and exploration.
   
   
5. Mount Roraima: It’s easy to see why Mount Roraima is the most well-known Tepuis peak in Canaima National Park after taking a quick glance.
   
   
6. Caracas Cathedral: Over the years, the Caracas Cathedral has undergone several restorations. But its importance as a sacred location goes all the way back to the seventeenth century.
   
   
7. Angel Falls: Angel Falls is located in the centre of the nation, where tabletop mountains rise out of the surrounding terrain like enormous monoliths. With a height of 979 metres, it is the world’s tallest waterfall and a major attraction in South America.
   
   
8. Los Roques Archipelago: This stunning chain of islands, located 160 kilometres north of Venezuela’s central coast, attracts tourists with its sun-kissed beaches, turquoise waters, coral reefs, and low-key development devoid of high-rise hotels.
   
   
9. Margarita Island: One of Venezuela’s most popular beach resorts is Isla de Margarita. This is one among the most popular sun-seeking places in Venezuela, situated about 40 km north of the mainland.
   
   
10.  Morrocoy National Park: A two-hour journey west of Caracas, Morrocoy National Park is renowned for its white sand beaches and coral reefs that encircle the outlying islands and cays as well as the mainland.

The weather conditions in Venezuela are as follows: 

• Dry Season (December to April): Venezuela encounters warm and sunny days with a minimal amount of rainfall from December to April. The temperatures around this time are typically pleasantly temperate, with coastal areas experiencing temperatures around 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F). In the Andean regions, it can be cooler than the rest of Venezuela, particularly in regions located at higher altitudes. Therefore, it is the ideal time for tourists to go for hiking, explore mountain villages, and visit attractions like the Mérida cable car in the Andean mountains. Tourists can carry out various activities such as touring coastal areas like Margarita Island, and Los Roques Archipelago or visit the Canaima National Park and Angel Falls for trekking and sightseeing. 
  
  

• Rainy Season (May to November): The country experiences a rain spell from the month of May to November. The tropical regions of the country experience frequent and heavy rainfall frequent during this segment of the year. The temperatures in the coastal regions on the country vary from 25°C to 32°C (77°F to 90°F), dropping down to about 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F). In the Andean region, the temperatures range from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F), decreasing down to about 10°C to 15°C (50°F to 59°F). Visitors can carry out multiple touristic pursuits like exploring indoor attractions and museums and fishing.

• GMT: Due to its UTC/GMT-4 time zone, Venezuela does not observe daylight saving time; instead, it is 5 hours behind the UK.
• BST: Because it does not follow daylight saving time, there is never a change in the time difference between Venezuela and the United Kingdom. 

Currency:

• The Bolívar Soberano (VES) is the currency of Venezuela. Visitors should research current exchange rates before their journey due to economic instability.
  
  

Language:

• Since Venezuela is a Spanish-speaking country, visitors should be able to communicate in some basic Spanish. Nonetheless, visitors to popular tourist destinations or large cities may use English. 

Local Customs:

It is important to familiarise yourself with Venezuela’s customs before visiting. Tourists can dress casually when exploring the city but it is important to dress appropriately when visiting churches or authoritative buildings. When interacting with indigenous communities, it is important to be respectful of their customs. Make sure you ask for people’s permission before clicking their pictures. Moreover, it is not uncommon to arrive to dinner a little late.

Laws:

To gather information about important national laws of Venezuela for tourists, travel advice and more details, visit the websites mentioned below:

• UK Gov’s Travel Advisory-Venezuela
• Venezuela’s Travel Advisory

Venezuela is renowned for its cultural riches as well as its breathtaking natural beauty. Travelling to this nation provides an unforgettable experience, regardless of your interests in adventure, leisure, or cultural discovery. It’s the perfect destination for every type of travel, with attractions catering to all types of travellers, including the vast biodiversity of the Amazon rainforest, the stunning Los Roques archipelagos, the spectacular Angel Falls, and quaint colonial villages along the Andes range. Its varied landscapes offer a setting for a range of activities, such as hiking, birdwatching, snorkelling excursions, and visiting monuments and cultural sites. Despite its difficulties, South America is one of the most beautiful places on earth because of its natural reserves, which include mountains, rainforests, and friendly locals.

Book your flight to Venezuela with Woking Travel today and enjoy a seamless travel experience!