Your Jungle Adventure
A real nature experience awaits you as you explore off-the-beaten track destination Guyana. This 11-day adventure leads you into the rainforest as you trek along jungle trails and canopy walkways, visit the impressive Kaieteur and Orinduik Falls, spend an exciting day spotting Jaguars and embark on a 4x4 adventure.
Spend two fun-packed days exploring the mighty Burro Burro River in search for exotic wildlife. Visit a community tourism project and come home to riverside hammock camps that are more than inviting after a day of activity.
Note: If circumstances dictate certain details such as overnight stops may vary from those shown below.
Saturday
Arrival in Georgetown. Pick up and transfer to your hotel.
Sunday
A day trip to the Kaieteur and Orinduik Falls gives you the chance to admire the world’s highest single drop water fall (Kaieteur, 822ft) and a dip in the natural Jacuzzis of Orinduik Falls. (B/L)
Monday
It’s an early morning departure by 4x4 today, through the heart of Guyana. We pass through the mining town of Linden and then enter the rainforest on our way to Kurupakari on the Essequibo River. We cross the river and reach the Iwokrama International Centre, where the afternoon is free to explore the trails around the field station with a local ranger.
Overnight at Iwokrama Field Station. (B/L/D)
Tuesday
Start the day with an early morning boat ride, followed by breakfast. You will view wildlife on a morning walk to a local water hole where various birds, mammals and reptiles come to drink. Later you will set off for your journey to Turtle Mountain.
It is a leisurely 1 hour stroll up the mountain to its summit at 935ft (approx. 106m) and the effort is more than worth it for the breathtaking views over the forest canopy when you get there. Te rest of the afternoon will be spent setting up camp and exploring the area near to the Turtle Mountain Satellite Camp. (B/L/D)
Wednesday
After breakfast, you will travel back to the Field Station along the Essequibo River, with the chance to see fascinating wildlife. Spend the rest of the morning on a wildlife walk near the field station and enjoy an afternoon of relaxin. After dinner, you’re off on a boat ride to spot caiman and other nocturnal wildlife in the river after dark.
Overnight at Iwokrama Field Station. (B/L/D)
Thursday
Today you will be up before dawn to hit the trail to seek the elusive Jaguar. The Iwokrama forest is rapidly gaining an international reputation for its healthy jaguar populations that seem not to be troubled by the appearance of curious humans. No promises, but many have been lucky!
The trip ends at the new Iwokrama Canopy Walkway, which winds 35m up through the treetops and allows you to observe the wildlife and birdlife from this amazing perspective. After dinner you return to the walkway to experience the canopy at night – an unforgettable experience! Overnight in a hammock camp. (B/L/D)
Friday
Experience the dawn chorus, up close, in the canopy top. After breakfast continue by 4x4 to the Amerindian village of Surama. Once you have settled into your accommodation, a local guide will take you on a tour of the village. Visit the local school, medical centre and church along with some of the village houses.
In the cool of late afternoon take a three mile walk across the savannah and through the rainforest to the Burro Burro River. Tonight join an educational walk to observe wildlife and experience the magic of the forest after dark.
Overnight at Carahaa Landing Hammock Camp. (B/L/D)
Saturday
Climb aboard a canoe and set out on the Burro Burro River to observe wildlife and birdlife. Stop along the way to swim or take walks into the forest. In the late afternoon watch or join in as your guides construct a camp on the river bank. Enjoy a dinner cooked over an open fire before spending the night in your hammock camp. (B/L/D)
Sunday
Today continue paddling and exploring the Burro Burro River before returning to Carahaa Landing Hammock Camp, from where you will walk back to Surama. Overnight at the Surama Guest House. (B/L/D)
Monday
We depart early morning by 4x4 for our drive back to Georgetown, with last wildlife spotting opportunities along the way. (B/L)
Tuesday
Transfer to airport for departing flight. (B)
Our price includes:
Airport transfers, double/twin accommodations, camping equipment, meals as indicated, all road and river transfers, internal flights, local guides during tours, non-alcoholic drinks at Surama, Iwokrama and Rock View Lodge, activities as described.
It does not include:
International airfares (we can look for flights for you), departure tax.
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