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Mount Roraima

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Mount Roraima is the most prominent of the tepuis, or table-top mountains, located in the Guiana Highlands at the triple border of Brazil, Venezuela, and Guyana. Reaching an elevation of 2,810 meters, it is a geological relic from the Precambrian era, composed of sandstone approximately two billion years old. Its nearly vertical cliffs rise 400 meters above the surrounding terrain, enclosing a vast plateau that hosts a unique ecosystem with numerous endemic species, including carnivorous plants and the Roraima bush toad. The mountain was first climbed in 1884 by Sir Everard im Thurn, an expedition that famously inspired Arthur Conan Doyle's novel 'The Lost World.' To the local Pemon indigenous people, Roraima is seen as the stump of a mighty tree that once held all the world's fruits and tubers. The summit experiences extreme weather with heavy rainfall, leading to the formation of spectacular ephemeral waterfalls cascading down its sheer stone faces.

Location: Brazil
Top sights: Wei-Assipu-tepui · Prow Viewpoint · Roraiminha viewpoint

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jan–Mar.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	21	22	22	23	22	21	21	21	22	22	22	22
Rain mm	51	39	41	121	252	290	238	202	103	71	84	67

📋 Practical info

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Getting there

Reaching this highly remote tri-border region usually involves joining organized, professional expeditions starting from distant base towns in the surrounding countries.

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Best season

The brief dry season window is heavily preferred by most hikers, as the intensely isolated tepui environment is highly prone to extreme, year-round rainfall.

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Terrain & paths

The demanding ascent involves navigating extremely rugged, incredibly steep trails that eventually transition onto a bizarre, rocky, and utterly flat-topped plateau.

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What to bring

Comprehensive trekking gear, warm insulated layers for the high altitudes, and heavy-duty, reliable rain protection are absolutely vital for survival in this extreme environment.

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Parking

Personal vehicles are generally left securely in distant gateway towns long before continuing the arduous, multi-day journey on foot with organized trekking groups.

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Safety

The profoundly remote nature and dramatic, sudden weather shifts on the tepui plateau absolutely demand experienced local guides and rigorous physical preparation.

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Time needed

Organized expeditions to conquer the summit and return safely typically require a serious multi-day commitment, very often lasting a full week or even more.

Geography

Coordinates

5.20000, -60.73000

Facts

The mountain's highest point reaches 2,810 meters
Formed from Precambrian sandstone dating back 2 billion years
Sir Everard im Thurn completed the first recorded ascent in 1884
The summit plateau covers an area of approximately 31 square km
About 35% of the plant species found on top are endemic
It inspired the setting for the 1912 novel 'The Lost World'

Explore nearby

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Where do you start? We build the route here, with stops and country notes along the way.

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Overnight stops

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Sights in the town Mount Roraima (6)

Wei-Assipu-tepui 🌿 nature

The Wei-Assipu-tepui is a distinctive flat-topped mountain rising abruptly above the surrounding savanna and rainforest landscape.

Prow Viewpoint🌿 nature

The Prow Viewpoint is situated on the steep edge of the Mount Roraima tepui, revealing dramatic views into the depths.

Roraiminha viewpoint🌿 nature

From the Roraiminha viewpoint, hikers can view the spectacular rock formation of the neighboring smaller flat-topped mountain.

La Fosa📍 landmark

La Fosa is a deep, water-filled sinkhole on the high plateau of Mount Roraima, surrounded by cliffs.

Roraima 📍 landmark

The Roraima boundary stone on the tepui marks the tripoint where the borders of Venezuela, Brazil, and Guyana meet.

Valley of Crystals 📍 landmark

The Valley of Crystals is an area characterized by quartz deposits on Mount Roraima, where countless small crystals lie on the ground.

Sights nearby

Frequently asked questions

What is special about Mount Roraima?

It is a table-top mountain (tepui) with a flat summit plateau.

In which countries is the mountain located?

The triple border point joins Brazil, Venezuela, and Guyana.

How long does a trekking tour take?

Usually, the expedition takes between 6 and 8 days.

Is the mountain accessible to hikers?

Yes, but you need good equipment and must hike with a guide.

What legends are there about Mount Roraima?

Indigenous peoples considered it to be the tree of life.

Mount Roraima: where is it located?

Mount Roraima is located in Brazil.

Mount Roraima: what is there to see?

Highlights include Wei-Assipu-tepui, Prow Viewpoint, Roraiminha viewpoint.

Mount Roraima: when is the best time to visit?

The most pleasant time to visit is Jan, Mar.

Mount Roraima: why is it worth visiting?

Mount Roraima is the most prominent of the tepuis, or table-top mountains, located in the Guiana Highlands at the triple border of Brazil, Venezuela, and Guyana.

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Mount Roraima

Best time to visit & climate