The region was once home to impressive hatos –ranches– of more than 50,000 hectares, where discerning travellers sought impressive wildlife and uncompromised privacy. It was the remoteness, plus Colombia’s period of conflict that left the Orinoco one step behind in terms of tourism, however, also allowing for the spectacular preservation of its culture and fauna.
With Corocora Camp the Orinoco is back, and the region stands more proudly than ever. Still largely wild and untouched, it is a haven for wildlife appreciation, adventure travel and profound cultural connection –not another visitor in sight.
Los Llanos’ natural remoteness also makes its culture uniquely distinctive from anywhere else in the country. The Llanero cowboy culture is characterized by centuries of traditions bound to the land through cattle farming and calling, barefoot horseback riding, traditional music and chants, and even anaconda catching.
A day’s hard work herding cattle is often rewarded with a traditional parrando llanero, a feast, where impressive pieces of meat are barbecued on long sticks around a roaring open fire, as the sounds of harp and guitar together with the llanero’s poetic chants recount the regions’ landscapes, tales and legends – best enjoyed as the famous blood orange sun sets over the vast Eastern plains.
When to Visit
When to visit Los Llanos entirely depends on each client’s preferences, as there is no one season best to visit the region. April and December are particularly beautiful times to visit Corocora Camp, as these months fall at the turn of the seasons. This means the weather conditions are slightly less extreme, and visitors can enjoy a range of wildlife on both dry land and some flooded plains.Ready to discover the magic of Los Llanos?
Los Llanos, Colombia
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