It is well known for one of its major tributaries, the Churún River, which feeds Angel Falls, the world's highest waterfall.

The Carrao River flows primarily through Canaima National Park.

As it starts to flow north, the Carrao River widens and meets the small town of Canaima, a vacationing destination.

As it continues its course west, it drains into the Caroní River, a major tributary of the Orinoco River in Venezuela.

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