Parima-Tapirapecó National Park

National Park Vast Venezuelan park protecting tepuis and indigenous lands

A vast, remote national park on Venezuela’s Guiana Shield, protecting rainforest, tepui outcrops and indigenous territories; attracts biodiversity researchers, multi‑day jungle treks and river excursions.

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Parima-Tapirapecó National Park
3.3302, -64.7047

How to Get to Parima-Tapirapecó National Park #

The park is remote and typically accessed via chartered flights to small airstrips or by river from towns such as Puerto Ayacucho. Access often requires coordination with indigenous communities and park authorities; plan logistics well in advance.

Tips for Visiting Parima-Tapirapecó National Park #

  • Access typically requires river or light aircraft charter from remote Amazonian hubs - arrange transport through authorised operators.
  • Respect indigenous territories and follow the guidance of local communities and park authorities regarding permitted routes and campsites.
  • Bring durable insect protection and a water purification method; the park is remote and services are minimal.

Best Time to Visit Parima-Tapirapecó National Park #

Best time depends on access preference: wet season for river exploration, dry season for overland trekking - plan with local operators.

Dry season
December-April · 22-32°C (72-90°F)
Lower river levels in some areas may restrict boat access but overland travel can be easier in parts.
Wet season
May-November · 24-32°C (75-90°F)
Rivers swell, opening boat access into interior floodplain areas; travel becomes river-centric.

Weather & Climate near Parima-Tapirapecó National Park #

Climate

Parima-Tapirapecó National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 15°C to 27°C. Heavy rainfall (2819 mm/year), wettest in July.

Air Quality: AQI 64 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryFebruarySeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
16°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 27°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

123 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.8h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 27°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

103 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (152 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 27°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

152 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (244 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 27°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

244 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (387 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

387 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (354 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

354 mm
Rainfall
1.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (419 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

419 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (295 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

295 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (197 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 27°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

197 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (206 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 27°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

206 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

November

November is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (203 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 27°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

203 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
11.8h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

69 Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 26°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

136 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

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