Film · Inspiration

Angel Falls (Salto Ángel)

FILM◆ PixarCanaima, Venezuela✦ Verified

The world's tallest waterfall in Venezuela's tepui country is the acknowledged inspiration for Carl's dreamed-of Paradise Falls.

Photo of Canaima, Venezuela
Photo: gbuschner · CC BY-SA 3.0

Visiting

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Access
Restricted access
$
Cost
Guided tour only
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Nearest town
Canaima
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Nearest airport
Ciudad Bolívar (CBL)
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Best season
Jun–Dec (rainy season, fullest falls)
Respect the residentsReached only by light aircraft + river tour with operators; remote wilderness.

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