Explore Guyana’s Wild Interior

Wild Guyana is truly “Nature’s Gift to the World”. It is designed for the real nature and wildlife lovers, featuring habitats of the Guianan Cock-of-the-Rock, Blue-cheeked Amazon, Harpy Eagle, Rufous-winged Ground-Cuckoo, Crestless Curassow, Jabiru Stork, Red Siskin, Guianan Toucanette, Macaws and many more bird species. Other wild life habitats include the Jaguar, Giant Anteater, Giant Otter, Black Caiman and the world’s largest fresh water fish, Arapaima.

Guyana is known for its rich bio-diversity and captivating sceneries, particularly bird species and shares the Guianan Shield, the world’s oldest geological formation with Venezuela to the west and Suriname (French Guiana) to the east.

The inaccessibility of Guyana’s tropical rainforest is fundamental to the survival of some of the world’s most endangered species such as the Harpy Eagle, Cock of the Rock, Arapaima, Giant Otter, Giant Anteater, Jaguar and Black Caiman.

The Rupununi is a vast are of dry grassland with sparse trees, termites mounds and wooded hills in the Southwest of the country, divided by the Kanuku Mts and scattered with occasional Amerindian villages and a few large cattle ranches date from the nineteen century. The Rupununi is rich in wildlife, particularly the forest galleries of the Kanuku Mts, home to more than 150 species of mammals and 800 species of birds, inclusive of the majestic Harpy Eagle.

With more than 250 species of mammals and 1,000 species of birds, spreading across 275 waterfalls, four mountain ranges, eighteen lakes and numerous waterways, any wildlife adventure is possible.

Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport Timehri,pick up and transfer to your hotel Georgetown. Following a briefing of the itinerary for our rainforest tour of Guyana, and what to expect over the next ten or so days. You will enjoy our local cuisine, Guyanese hospitality, a comfortable and secured night’s rest. (D)

Day 2: Today we head to Iwokrama Rainforest Reserve, and begin our Iwokrama Rainforest Tour. We set out from Georgetown via 4*4 Land Rovers, thru the Soesdyke/Linden Highway, entering the Guyana/Brazil Trail considered the gateway to Guyana’s Hinterland. After brief stops along the way, we approach the mighty Essequibo River crossing of Kurupukari. We cross the river by pontoon and shortly after enterthe Iwokrama Reserve.  The
Iwokrama International Centre for Rainforest Conservation and Development manages the nearly one million acres (371,000 hectares) of Iwokrama Forest in central Guyana and demonstrate how tropical forests can be conserved and sustainably used to provide ecological, social and economic benefits to local, national and international communities. 

The Iwokrama Forest and the Rupununi Wetlands and savannahs offer visitors the opportunity for an exceptional natural and cultural experience set in a learning context. Overnight at an eco-lodge. (B/L/D)

Day 3: This morning we drive about one hour to the Iwokrama Canopy Walkway. This elevetated canopy walkway allows you to walk through the jungle’s mid-level canopy with heights of up to 30 meters (98 ft.) Visits at dusk or dawn offer the best chance to see birds like the Green Aracari, Scarlet Macaw, Guiana Toucanette or Channel-bill Toucan. Red Howler Monkeys may also be observed. (B/L/D)

Day 4: Continue to Surama Amerindian Village, located in the North Rupununi District of Annai. This community is recognized for their strong effort towards building community based tourism; at Surama the local guides will ensure your afternoon is filled with fascinating activities of wildlife adventure, canoeing, birding,  Amerindian way of life etc. before returning to rest in the locally built Eco lodges. (B/L/D)

Day 5: Head to Rewa Village
whicn is located at the junction of the Rupununi & Rewa Rivers, accessible only by boat. Rewa is ideal for sports fishing, birding and other wildlife adventures. Their recently built eco lodges and benabs (Amerindian dialect for meeting place) gives meaning to the phrase; “nature’s paradise”. (B/L/D)

Day 6: Visit Rockview Lodge. Having spent most of the day at Rewa we return to Rockview Lodge, considered as “the oasis of the Rupununi” After six intriguing days, a much deserved dip in Rupununi’s only swimming pool would recharge your batteries and set the stage for the continuation of “Wild Guyana”. (B/L/D)

Day 7: We journey onto Karanambu Ranch, located further down the Rupununi River, where Diane MC Turk has a sanctuary for giant otters. River tours up the Rupununi River will provide the opportunity for interaction with the giant otters and an opportunity to spot birds. Witnessing the early morning opening of the Giant Amazonica Lilly (Guyana’s National Flower) or searching for the Giant Anteater in the Savannahs are all part of the day’s activities. Overnight at an Eco lodge. (B/L/D)

Day 8: A short drive from Karanambu, we arrive at Yupukari Village, an Amerindian Village nestled along the Rupununi River, where research on Black Caimans have earned them wide ranging recognition. Caiman spotting and other nocturnal wildlife activities showcases their potential as a leader in Community Base Tourism- Overnight Caiman House. (B/L/D)

Day 9: Further south/east we head for Nappi Village, located at the foothills of the Kanukus. The Amerindians of Nappi are known for their agriculture and craft, particularly, made from balata (liquid bled from the balata tree and processed into all forms of animal and tree ornaments).With the nearby Kanuku Mts, birding is possible. (B/L/D)

Day 10: Having experienced, the tropical rainforest and the north Rupununi Savannahs, we depart for Lethem with the Kanukus in full view. A tour of Lethem & the Brazil Frontier (Takutu Bridge and the neighbouring village of Bon Fim) would complete another intriguing day before relaxing/overnight at the Adventure Guianas Villa & Courtyard for a mix of Brazilian/Guyanese cuisine. (B/L/D)

Day 11: We depart for Dadnawa Ranch, considered the oldest and largest cattle ranch in the region, passing through the Kanuku Mts (considered by the Amerindians as “Mountains of life”) and lush Savannahs of the South Rupununi. Apart from the rich birdlife, you can go horse back riding, and cattle roping. Overnight-Ranch-Styled Guesthouse. (B/L/D)

Day 12: After a hearty lunch, we journey back to Lethem for an evening of reflection- Overnight Adventure Guianas Villa & Courtyard. (B/L/D)

Day 13: Return to the Georgetown via air. End of our Guyana Rainforest tour. (B)

• Location: Guyana
• Duration: 13 days / 12 nights
• Start / End: Georgetown / Georgetown
• Activities: Nature and wildlife viewing, canopy walk, canoeing, rainforest walks, interaction with indigenous communities
• Highlights: Iwokrama Rainforest Reserve, Iwokrama Canopy Walkway, Surama Amerindian Village, Karanambu Ranch (sanctuary for giant otters), Yupukari Village, Dadnawa Ranch, Nappi Amerindian Village, Rupununi Savannahs
• Season: All year
• Included: Meals mentioned in itinerary, accommodation, local bilingual guide, all transfers and transport as detailed on itinerary, local airfare, entry fees
• Not Included: Tips, international flights, meals not mentioned in itinerary
• Prices: Please contact us for pricing