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Venezuela

Angel Falls and Los Roques, but a deep crisis: a very high-risk destination.

Capital
Caracas
Currency
Bolívar (VES) very unstable; the US dollar (USD) is used everywhere in practice
Flight from Douala
~24-40h from Douala (1-2 layovers)
Time difference
GMT-4 (-5h vs Cameroon)

Venezuela has unique wonders: Angel Falls (the world's tallest waterfall) in Canaima, the tepuis of Roraima and the turquoise Los Roques archipelago. But the country is going through a major crisis — economic collapse, political instability, high violent crime and kidnapping risk. Several governments strongly advise against, or against all, travel. For a Cameroonian passport a free e-Visa now exists but its actual availability to Cameroonians remains to be confirmed. Only to be considered with extreme caution and a reliable local operator.

Formalities

The visa, step by step

Accessible visa
Allowed stay
Up to 90 days (tourist visa)
Cost
About USD 30 to 60
Processing
About 2 to 4 weeks

How to apply

No visa on arrival: apply at the Venezuelan embassy/consulate with jurisdiction over Cameroon.

Required documents

  • valid passport (at least 6 months)
  • application form
  • 2 passport photos
  • proof of accommodation
  • round-trip ticket / onward itinerary
  • proof of sufficient funds
  • invitation letter (often required)

Good to know

  • •No visa on arrival; confirm the consular jurisdiction for Cameroon before applying.
  • •Unstable security and economic situation: check travel advisories before departure.
How much it costs

A one-week budget

Backpacker
360 000 FCFA
/ week, excl. flight
Comfort
1 080 000 FCFA
/ week, excl. flight

Round-trip flight from Douala / Yaoundé

1 020 000 FCFA–1 920 000 FCFA

No direct flight. Douala/Yaoundé → Caracas (CCS) via Europe (Madrid, Istanbul) or a Caribbean/South American hub. Allow 24-40h; reduced and unstable air service.

Indicative round-trip price: it varies widely by season, layover and how early you book.

Where the money goes (backpacker estimate)

🏨210 000 FCFA
🍽️90 000 FCFA
🚕90 000 FCFA
🎟️270 000 FCFA
Hostel
9 000 FCFA–27 000 FCFA
Mid-range
30 000 FCFA–66 000 FCFA
Nice hotel
78 000 FCFA–180 000 FCFA
Tailored

Budget simulator

Comfort level
Estimated total budget
1 380 000 FCFA
Must-sees

What to do there

1

Angel Falls (Canaima)

The world's tallest waterfall (979 m), in the heart of Canaima National Park, reached by air taxi then canoe.

2

Canaima National Park

Lagoons, tepuis and waterfalls: one of the most spectacular landscapes in South America.

3

Mount Roraima

Iconic tepui on the border, a multi-day trek across a lunar plateau (a guide is essential).

4

Los Roques archipelago

Caribbean atolls and turquoise waters, diving and deserted beaches.

5

Gran Sabana

Vast south-eastern savannahs dotted with tepuis and falls (Quebrada de Jaspe).

6

Mérida & the Andes

Andean town, the world's highest cable car and páramos — but check local security first.

Itinerary

One week, day by day

  1. D1

    Arrival in Caracas (transit carefully), secure night near the airport.

  2. D2

    Domestic flight to Puerto Ordaz / Ciudad Bolívar, then Canaima.

  3. D3

    Canaima lagoon, waterfalls, camp check-in.

  4. D4

    Canoe trip to the foot of Angel Falls, walk to the viewpoint.

  5. D5

    Gran Sabana and tepuis (conditions and security permitting).

  6. D6

    Return towards Caracas or transfer to Los Roques (flight).

  7. D7

    Los Roques / beaches, then return flight.

✓

Travel checklist

A printable list (or save as PDF) so you forget nothing.

Travel checklist — Venezuela

Before you leave

What to pack

Visa sources: en.wikipedia.org

Indicative data (June 2026), reliability moyenne. Visa rules, prices and timelines change: always confirm with official sources before booking.

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