A day trip ican easily begin with a short stay at one of the small, mountain villages within proximity to Caracas. La Colonial Tovar is located opposite the rain forest, on the west side of Caracas. It has been populated with German immigrants since the 1830's.

La Colonial Tovar is the birth place of polar beer, which gains its name from being an ice-cold brew. Bavarian food, gardens, and hand-made glassworks are some of the products of this small, mountain community. Take a bus from Avenida Lucada or Sur 9. It is two-hours round trip.

El Hatillo is also a mountain community; however, it is on the lower extremity of Caracas. This Southeast community is quite serene and is the perfect place to gather souvenirs. This hilly territory is filled with colorful, colonial homes.

There is an array of consumer goods offered in open markets and small shops. Relics, jewelry, clothing, flowers, antiques, arts, and crafts are just some of the surprises tucked within this town. Por Puestos leave from Avenida Humboldt near the Chacaito metro stop.

Travelers who desire a more remote day trip can visit Los Roques. Los Roques is a cluster of islands that sit within a saltwater lagoon fed by the Caribbean sea. Aerotuy is the primary operator for excursions to Los Roques.

Angel Falls, the tallest waterfall in the world, is also a more remote destination. The 3212 ft. waterfall is the natural descent from the Auyan Tepui River. It is far within the Venezuela brush and accessible mainly by air. There are advertisements throughout the city and within most hotels that offer packages to the falls.