Tour Overview

Experience the incredible biodiversity and vibrant culture of Guyana on this 9-day rainforest and Rupununi expedition. This immersive journey takes you through some of South America’s most striking landscapes, including the bustling capital of Georgetown, the pristine Iwokrama Rainforest, the magnificent Kaieteur Falls, and the wildlife-rich Rupununi savannah.

This adventure is a perfect blend of cultural experiences and thrilling wildlife encounters. In Georgetown, you’ll dive into the country’s rich heritage before venturing into the unspoiled rainforest. The rivers teem with life, offering chances to spot giant river otters, black caimans, and scarlet ibis. In the dense jungles, you’ll get a unique perspective on the canopy from suspended bridges, offering breathtaking views of the lush landscape.

Throughout your journey, you’ll stay at authentic eco-lodges like Iwokrama River Lodge and Karanambu Lodge, where you can enjoy the genuine hospitality of the Guyanese people. This trip offers countless unforgettable moments, from searching for giant anteaters to simply soaking in the diverse beauty of the jungle.

Guyana remains a truly wild and untamed destination, untouched by mass tourism. This makes it an ideal place for photographers and curious explorers to encounter indigenous cultures and witness nature in its purest form.

Tour Highlights

Scenic Flight & Kaieteur Falls Experience
Treetop birdwatching from the Iwokrama Canopy Walkway & Jungle Wildlife at Iwokrama
River Safari & Wildlife Encounters in the Rupununi
Searching for elusive jaguars and giant anteaters in the Savannah
Exploring the Rupununi River for giant otters and caiman, and experiencing local cuisine and history through market tours and city exploration.

Day 01 :

Saturday – Arrival & Welcome to Guyana

Pickup and transfer from Cheddi Jagan International Airport to Georgetown.
Overnight at Cara Lodge. (Check in time 1400hrs, Check out time 12midday)

Day 02 :

Sunday – Kaieteur Adventure & Georgetown Delights

Optional Tour: Birding in Georgetown’s Botanical Gardens

Pickup and transfer to Eugene F. Correia International Airport.
Daytour to Kaieteur falls.

Condition of Sale :

Flights to Kaieteur Falls are operated on chartered aircraft and all flights have a minimum passenger restriction. Therefore, any booking to Kaieteur Falls is subject to a minimum of 12 passengers being available to travel. In most cases, we are able to fill flights, especially if scheduled for a weekend. However, in the rare case that we cannot meet the required numbers we will reschedule the trip to another day during your stay, if this is possible. Wilderness Explorers retains the right to reschedule a flight as a first option. If we cannot reschedule the flight Wilderness Explorers will guarantee a flight, with a minimum of 2 passengers, to Kaieteur Falls only. If a flight is cancelled due to circumstances beyond our control, such as weather, we will endeavour to reschedule the flight during your itinerary. If this is not possible then a full refund on the flight will be made.

Pickup and transfer from Eugene F. Correia International Airport return to Georgetown.

· Optional Tour: Evening Seawall, bars and street food experience.

· Optional Tour: Dinner at Aagman Indian Restaurant.Overnight at Cara Lodge.

Day 03 :

Monday – Into the Rainforest: Journey to Iwokrama

Pickup and transfer to Eugene F. Correia International Airport.
Scheduled flight to Fair View Airstrip. (Check in time 0730hrs, Departure 0900hrs)
Pick up from Fair View Airstrip and transfer to Iwokrama River Lodge.
Excursion to Turtle Mountain.
Return to the lodge for lunch and a chance to relax.
Transfer by 4 x 4 to the Atta Rainforest Lodge, home of the Iwokrama Canopy Walkway.
Visit the Iwokrama Canopy Walkway and explore surrounding trails.
Overnight at Atta Rainforest Lodge.

Day 04 :

Tuesday – Canopy Views & Wildlife Encounters

Pre-dawn visit to the walkway before returning to the lodge for breakfast. Today you can enjoy wildlife and birdwatching walks on the trails around the area, return visits to the Canopy Walkway and night walks are also possible.

Overnight at Atta Rainforest Lodge.

Day 05 :

Wednesday – River Journey to Karanambu

Welcome the dawn chorus from the canopy walkway and then return to the lodge for breakfast before departure.
Transfer to the Cock-of-the-rock trail and then continue to Ginep Landing.
Boat transfer from Ginep Landing to Karanambu Lodge, wildlife spotting along the way.
Late afternoon boat excursion for wildlife spotting and as dusk falls to the ponds to see the giant Victoria amazonica water lily bloom at dusk.
On the return trip we will spotlight for Black Caiman and birds and creatures of the night.
Overnight at Karanambu Lodge. BLD

Day 06 :

Thursday – Savannah Sunrise & Nocturnal Wonders

Early morning excursion to search the savannahs for Giant Anteaters.
Return to the lodge for breakfast.

An evening visit to a nearby pond for bird watching or an evening walk along the airstrip offers seven species of nightjar and among the grasslands the Double-striped Thick-knees.
Overnight at Karanambu Lodge.

Day 07 :

Friday – Rupununi Farewell & Return to Georgetown

Early morning excursion for Giant Anteaters or wildlife spotting on the Rupununi River.
Return to the lodge for breakfast before departure.
After breakfast vehicle transfers to Lethem.
Scheduled flight to Eugene F. Correia International Airport.
Pickup and transfer from Eugene F. Correia International Airport to Georgetown.

· Optional Tour: Dinner with the Singing Chef.

Overnight at Cara Lodge.

Day 08 :

Saturday – Flavours & Culture of Georgetown

Street Food, Breakfast, Market and Georgetown City tour with lunch at the Backyard Café.

· Optional Tour: Demerara Historical River Tour

· Optional: Dinner at Aagman Indian Restaurant

· Overnight at Cara Lodge.

Day 09 :

Sunday – Departure Day

Pickup and transfer to Cheddi Jagan International Airport for your departing flight.

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Essential Information

DISCLAIMERS

FLIGHTS: The price and schedule of all domestic flights are subject to change by the airline.

BODY WEIGHTS: Please be advised all tour operators and customers must provide us with the body weights of passengers booked to travel on tour to Guyana for all internal flights. Failure to provide us with this information or the incorrect information can cause delays to flights and inconvenience to other passengers and in some cases either passengers and/or luggage being taken off the flight. To ensure a holiday that is enjoyable and hassle-free, it is imperative that passengers provide us with this information. We appreciate some people are sensitive about providing their body weights, but all customers and their baggage are weighed at check-in. This is procedure by the airline so as to ensure that the weight of the load is within the payload limit for the aircraft, and neither they nor Wilderness Explorers will compromise on safety. All passengers are subject to removal of themselves or their luggage from the flight if over the weight they provided and/or over the baggage allowance. Passengers are advised to provide a body weight with clothing similar to that which they would expect to travel in on the flight. Wilderness Explorers cannot be held responsible for any passenger denied boarding or luggage not transported if they are over the weight provided. Weights supplied are provided to the airline in advance to ensure the flight is within the allowable payload.

A WORD ON VISAS: The requirement for a visa can change at any time and without notice. It is your responsibility to ensure you have the necessary visa for each country. We recommend you check the visa requirements for each country included in your itinerary. We are happy to provide advice on current requirements and even assistance in obtaining a visa on arrival or tourist cards. If you are unsure of requirements please contact us for assistance.

CONDITION RESTRAINTS: You have selected a tour that is, in part, in remote areas. This adds to the adventure and opportunity to enjoy a true nature experience. However, due to the nature of the terrain, weather, road conditions, and other elements beyond our control, some elements of tours may have to be altered. Times of some activities may need to be changed or even cancelled due to the conditions. If an activity is cancelled it will be replaced with an alternative activity that is more appropriate for the conditions. Advance notice will be given for any changes where possible, although at times changes may be made whilst the tour is in progress.

WILDLIFE SIGHTINGS: With any trip involving wildlife it is impossible to guarantee a sighting, but each trip is designed around known habitats. Wilderness Explorers will make every effort to ensure a sighting, but cannot be held responsible if no sighting is made due to the wildlife itself, weather, or any other elements beyond our control.

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