alain 0 #1 January 9, 2006 Hi there, I have done a quick search in this forum but did not find a lot : Has any one been to skydive venezuela recently ? How is skydiving (wind, weather, °F, ...) ? How about life & accomodation down there , wondering if bunks are up & ready ? My ticket is booked, I'll be there in a month but i still don't have any accomodation. please don't reply 'email them' coz I've done that and they don't answer Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BETO74 0 #2 January 9, 2006 I haven't jump there yet, I did before it was Skydive Venezuela. Drop Giancarlo an e-mail he is probably a little busy in the HD record.http://web.mac.com/ac057a/iWeb/AC057A/H0M3.html Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LouDiamond 1 #3 January 9, 2006 PM Sent"It's just skydiving..additional drama is not required" Some people dream about flying, I live my dream SKYMONKEY PUBLISHING Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fabiana 0 #4 January 10, 2006 Hi we also go tho venezuela on 07.02.06 we are 5 people.weather is gred ther. so hav some fun thogether! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Storhemulen 0 #5 January 12, 2006 Havent gotten any replies either. I'm going there jan 29th to feb 18. I figured that the worst case scenario involves me not jumping and drinking a lot of rumdrinks... I'll see you guys there!You're the driver, not a passenger in life. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oLIVE 0 #6 January 12, 2006 hello! i m going there with alain at the same dates! you have to pay attention there is a problem with a bridge which is between the airport and the city. You have to take information. For french people : http://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs_909/pays_12191/venezuela_12312/index.html hope to see ya there oLIVE_________________________________________ LIFE iZ goOd Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alain 0 #7 January 13, 2006 wow, not so cool wondering if there would be so local flight from caracas to the dropzone... I got in touch directly with Giancarlo (who is in Dubai right now), -thanks beto74- : it appears that Internet access is tricky from the dropzone, which is why we don't get quick replies from skydive venezuela. Alain edit, my translation of the french embassy website: Quotethe hightwway inbetween Maiquetia international airport and Caracas has been closed since January 6, for unkown duration. one of the bridges is under too much telluric stress and it might collapse. Local authorities recommand to use the old road, though it will no support all the traffic and is going through hazardous areas. You should expect to spend a lot of time in traffic jams and waste hours before arriving. The French ambassy advise that travlers take in account the delays when going allong that way. edit one again: good news for us is that the airport is on the right side of Caracas when going to the DZ, check google earth: international airport : 10°29'10N 66°50'39W the DZ: 10°27'42N 66°05'37W Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BETO74 0 #8 January 13, 2006 Yeah forget going from Caracas to Maiquetia what used to be a 30min ride became 5 hrs. It will be safest to drive thru Bagdad than ride thru that little roadhttp://web.mac.com/ac057a/iWeb/AC057A/H0M3.html Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alain 0 #9 January 13, 2006 but we don't have to go to Caracas, right ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fabiana 0 #10 January 13, 2006 Hi We speak to jonathan,maybe its possible to be pickt up by a cessna206 cost`s 300USD for 4-5 people. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alain 0 #11 January 13, 2006 QuoteHi We speak to jonathan,maybe its possible to be pickt up by a cessna206 cost`s 300USD for 4-5 people. including drop 3000ft above la playa ? joking appart, C206 would be a nice plan B Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alain 0 #12 January 13, 2006 I was wrong. the international airport is actualy here 10°36'09N 66°59'38W and I guess that going through Caracas is actually the only way unless you go by plane to the DZ. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alain 0 #13 January 13, 2006 the bridge is not at risk to colapse but DID ACTUALY collapse http://cyber.law.harvard.edu/globalvoices/2006/01/06/no-longer-a-bridge-to-caracas/ http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=10000086&refer=latin_america&sid=akU0azyI5d84 http://caracas.usembassy.gov/wwwh2767.html http://es.news.yahoo.com/05012006/24/foto/people-walk-over-cracked-bridge-that-was-closed-in-caracas.html http://en.structurae.de/structures/data/photos.cfm?ID=s0007036 http://english.eluniversal.com/2006/01/07/en_pol_art_07A651641.shtml http://www.vheadline.com/readnews.asp?id=47490 http://www.vheadline.com/readnews.asp?id=47603 sea or air is the only way out... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Storhemulen 0 #14 January 15, 2006 Good news: I've gotten a reply from the dropzone, they'll be sending someone to pick me up. Bad news: It's going to set me back 120$ and take ~5hours. I guess I'll just hope for the best and consider the ride a different kind of sightseeing :) Also I'm a bit worried about robbery, apparently there's alot of hijackers along the old highway. Since I'm a typical fat white guy, I'll probably be considered prime bait.You're the driver, not a passenger in life. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LouDiamond 1 #15 January 15, 2006 Quoteit appears that Internet access is tricky from the dropzone, which is why we don't get quick replies from skydive venezuela. Perhaps, but that does not explain why phone calls and messages go unanswered for weeks on end. Missing out on having one of the leading mfgs visit your dropzone with a bag of goodies in tow because you cannot return 2 weeks worth of calls or e-mails is a huge loss for the DZ, in more ways than one. I think SDV has a few more issues, besides a bridge being out, to fix before people even consider spending money on trips to Venezuela."It's just skydiving..additional drama is not required" Some people dream about flying, I live my dream SKYMONKEY PUBLISHING Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyingfrog 0 #16 January 16, 2006 QuoteWe speak to jonathan,maybe its possible to be pickt up by a cessna206 cost`s 300USD for 4-5 people wow.. sounds cool.... any news on this? we will be also there end Jan. beginning Feb. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
poli 0 #17 January 16, 2006 I live in Caracas and jump at Skydive Venezuela since last april. The problem with the collapse of the bridge means it now takes 3 hours to get to Caracas by the alternative road (though they're already working in a bypass for the collapsed bridge). Actually I had to do it a week ago when coming back from my vacation in Spain. It didn't look too dangerous since it is packed with cars all the way to Caracas. Then it's 1 1/2 to 2 hours drive to the DZ. If you have any further questions and cannot reach Giancarlo or Jonathan, you can PM me and I'll try to be of some help. si en la cama hay un castor, dormirá con más calor Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
juanesky 0 #18 January 17, 2006 Unfortunately the problem with Venezuela is that in way towards decay of pretty much all the infraestructures. It is not strange to have shortages in water suppply, electricity, etc. There are possible flights from Caracas (Maiquetia Airport) to Maracay or Valencia. I would suggest you contact Aeropostal, Avensa, Rutaca, Aeroejecutivos, aerotuy. All reservations need to be reconfirmed by a day or two before the actual flight (by phone) otherwise you loose your reservation. There are other problems there of course and I would seriously advice don't venture out at night without local friends."According to some of the conservatives here, it sounds like it's fine to beat your wide - as long as she had it coming." -Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chileanXaos 0 #19 January 17, 2006 Just didnt like it too much , and the beach near the dz is full of mud (brown). the jumps in isla la tortuga dont exist anymore . we stayed for days waiting to jump but on weekdays is really slow , two jumps if lucky . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alain 0 #20 January 18, 2006 how about weather this time of the year ? (temp, clouds, rain, vind...) would the costal road from the international airport to Higerote be a good idea ? I understand a 4x4 is needed, but what about safety and how long travel time ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alain 0 #21 January 18, 2006 do you mean 120USD one way or does it include the way back ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Storhemulen 0 #22 January 18, 2006 I think they meant one way 120$. I've been thinking about the possibility of taking a boat trip instead, just hire a local fisherman or something. Could actually be quite nice!You're the driver, not a passenger in life. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alain 0 #23 January 18, 2006 are you serious ??? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oLIVE 0 #24 January 18, 2006 Yes! it was Sixty before the problem with the bridge! now we need to know if it's only for one person. The fisherman's solution sounds like a good trip_________________________________________ LIFE iZ goOd Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
poli 0 #25 January 18, 2006 The weather is usually OK all year long in Higuerote, but now it's even better since the rainy season is already at its end. Regarding the coastal road, I have no clue, but I wouldn't expect too much from secondary roads in Venezuela. si en la cama hay un castor, dormirá con más calor Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
