Overview
Puerto Ayacucho is the capital of Amazonas state, serving as a gateway to some of the world's least explored rainforests and tepuis. The city sits across the Orinoco River from the Colombian village of Casuarito, making it a strategic transit point for overland routes into Colombia.
Day Trips · Nature · Trekking
Before you go
Culture
Population is mostly mestizo with Yanomami, Panare, Bari, Piaroa, and Guajibo indigenous communities.
Nature
Gateway to Yutaje Falls (670 m), tepuis, and Amazon rainforest with macaws, jaguars, and pink river dolphins.
Transport
Conviasa operates daily flights from Caracas to Cacique Aramare Airport south of the city. Local flights connect to other Amazonas towns.
Weather
Equatorial climate with relatively consistent temperatures year-round. Dry season December through April is best for outdoor activities.