A Gran Roque – the only inhabited island – there are no paved roads, no cars or motorcycles, except for a small truck from the community. There is also a small bank. Credit cards are not accepted everywhere, so it is better to hold cash.
In Los Roques, in addition, there is a network of water supply for fresh water, which therefore is a valuable asset. The water available is derived in part from the collection of rainwater (although very limited), but above all by the treatment of desalination of seawater. For these reasons, please limit its use to what is strictly necessary.

The Posadas
As previously indicated, are small fishermen’s houses renovated and provided with all essential comforts. All rooms have private services and are furnished in a simple but functional. And ‘good but stressed that the stay in posada is recommended for those with a high spirit of adaptability both for living and family rooms is restricted to the close contact with the owners / managers and other guests. Complete the posada a common dining room and a kitchen.

Useful Information
Documents: For Italian citizens must have passport with minimum validity of at least 6 months. It ‘also needed for the development of the tourist card will be delivered directly by the airline before landing.
Vaccinations: There is no vaccination.

Time difference: – 5.5 hours compared to Italy; -6.5 hours in Italy is when daylight saving time.
Electricity: 110 volts to operate, therefore you must provide an adapter.
Currency: The local currency is the Bolivar. E ‘should have euros or dollars in small denominations. The Bolivarian currency (Bolivar Fuerte – VEF) is not available in Italy and is not re-convertible foreign currency.
Climate: In Venezuela there are two seasons: the rainy (warmest period) from May to October with short but intense downpours and the dry season from November to April. E ‘a country open all year round.

Language: The official language is Spanish, but English and Italian are fairly common.
Remember: the sun is very strong so it is advisable to obtain a cream with high protection, goggles, hat and dress very informally, an insect repellent.

Charges of leaving the country: the charges of leaving the country must be paid directly on site and cost approximately 23 VEF per person for each domestic flight and 115 VEF for international flights
Fee for the National Park Los Roques: be adjusted on the spot at a cost of 46 VEF today. The fee is subject change without notice.

Baggage: note that the flights from / to Los Roques is permitted for an excess of 10 kg per person
Mobile Phones: cell phones also operate in Italy (not working but the laptop connected to the data cards), at least in Gran Roque, and the nearby islands of Francisque and Madrisqui.
Flights from / to Los Roques often the flights from / to Los Roques undergo a change on the spot. Depends on many factors but we always primarily the safety of passengers. The planes are continuously subjected to checks and not being allowed many companies, often ends up with having to move the flight to the passenger. Try to be patient. The beauty of the place you pay for some discomfort. In principle, we try to make customers starting with the first morning flight from Caracas to Los Roques and the flight 11 from Los Roques to Caracas. Times are indicative as dependent as soon as indicated.