Located in the heart of Guyana, the Macushi Amerindian village of Surama is set in savannah ringed by the forested Pakaraima Mountains. The inhabitants still observe traditional practises which maintain a peaceful co-existence with nature. Dawn hikes in the savannahs and mountains led by Surama guides, who convey a profound understanding of nature and its … Continued
We really enjoyed this trip – every location was thoroughly enjoyable for different reasons.
Surrounded by stunning savannah and rainforest-topped hills (part of the Pakaraima Mountains range) this working ranch offers comfortable accommodation, swimming pool, private animal collection and extensive wildlife-filled tropical gardens.
Steeped in history and one of the oldest buildings in Guyana’s capital, Georgetown
Experience magnificent species and the many different tribes and cultures of one of the largest expanses of undisturbed tropical rainforest in the world
What makes Guyana additionally special is that it is the only English-speaking country in South America, and consequently you really warm to the people you meet, whether chatting with local cowboys, entertaining local school children or putting the world to rights with village elders.
We saw an extremely varied range of landscapes, plants, animals…We have travelled extensively and this was one of the best trips we have ever had. Guyana was so special as it is one of the most unspoilt wildernesses we have ever visited.
Offers guests a truly indigenous village experience
With a single drop of 741 feet, the falls are five times the height of Niagara yet with virtually no infrastructure and only visited by a handful of tourists each year. Kaieteur is most impressive in the rainy season when billions of gallons of water cascade over the falls creating a breathtaking fusion of noise, … Continued
A community tourism project run by the friendly Makushi tribe at their village of Rewa
An itinerary of tropical wildlife, beautiful beaches, exceptional snorkelling and diving in friendly, English-speaking populations
Situated within Napi village in the remote, forested Kanuku foothills of central Guyana
Little-visited but with a great diversity of landscapes and wildlife and a friendly, English-speaking population, Guyana is one of the natural world’s best kept secrets.
Established to protect and manage a huge, one million-acre rainforest reserve, Iwokrama holds records for the number of its bat (90) and fresh water fish (420) species. There have been over 500 species of birds recorded including five of macaw, 24 species of hummingbirds, and 29 species of raptors (including harpy eagle, crested eagle and … Continued
Our Guyana specialist Ian Loyd has written about his recent travels in the country
A leading centre for the rehabilitation of injured and orphaned giant river otters, Karanambu has attained worldwide recognition for its conservation work. Wild otters are also frequently seen, and the verdant banks of the Rupununi River also provide habitat for many birds and other forest wildlife. The nearby savannah contains the strange, endangered giant anteater, … Continued
We have had a truly wonderful Guyana holiday. The hospitality has been amazing. Our transfers worked extremely well, your agents did a first class job.
WILDLIFE: EXCELLENT Giant anteater swimming across the river. Number of bird species in Trinidad and the tarantula! The otters of course! And a baby anteater which unfortunately died. At least 4 species of monkey. Amazonian water lilies. Bat hanging from shower head! Golden frog in bromeliad. Cane toad, boa constrictor, jaguar tracks in sand. GENERAL … Continued
Experience Guyana’s premier natural history highlights in a wildlife tour of great breadth.
Located right on the edge of the Essequibo River, surrounded by huge swathes of pristine rainforest
Located at the mouth of the Demerara River on the Caribbean Sea, Guyana’s small capital city comprises wide, tree-lined streets and interweaving canals. Most of its charming if ramshackle wooden buildings display unique colonial architecture reflecting Guyana’s history as both a Dutch and British colony.
Leading centre for the recovery and rehabilitation of injured or orphaned giant river otters.
Located in the Pakaraima Mountain range, surrounded by savannah and rainforest-topped hills
We really enjoyed this tour – every location was thoroughly enjoyable for different reasons. [WILDLIFE HIGHLIGHTS] River otters at Karanambu (wild and tame); macaws from the top of Turtle Mountain at Iwokrama (nice to look down on them for a change!); St Giles Island, Tobago – literally thousands of birds, frigate, boobies, tropic etc; cock-of-the-rock … Continued
Two close (15 & 20 ft) sightings of jaguar. Several cock-of-the-rock. High bird count in Guyana and Trinidad & Tobago. Overall, we enjoyed our tour and considered it well worthwhile.
A rustic but comfortable property within the Makushi community village set in savannah bordered by beautiful virgin rainforest
A statuesque former colonial townhouse with plenty of period features, situated in the capital of Suriname
We are back in Norway after a very successful trip to Guyana. Many thanks to you and your staff for making such a great trip. All went very well and we are very pleased with everything we saw. Thank you for making the trip memorable for us.
Will definitely go back to Guyana.
Set in the wildlife rich Iwokrama forest and close to the base of the impressive Iwokrama Canopy Walkway
This really was a trip of a lifetime and we loved every minute of it. What a privilege to visit such a wonderful country. A wonderful experience, wonderful country and people. Thank you for giving us such a great holiday [to Guyana].
This group tour takes you to on an unforgettable journey into one of South America’s most spectacular and least visited countries.
A cornucopia of new sights, sounds and experiences
