Spectacular Wildlife
Search for jaguars in the Iwokrama Rainforest and search for the cock-of-the-rock.
Guyana: Travel into the Land of the Giants
A small, but mighty corner of South America where almost 80% is forest.
| Start date | End date | Days |
Prices from
ex. flights |
Single Supplement | Tour Expert | Group Size | Status | |
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| 20/09/25 | 02/10/25 | 13 days | £5,840 pp | £925 | Local Guides | 12 Max | FULL | |
| 18/10/25 | 30/10/25 | 13 days | £5,840 pp | £925 | Local Guides | 12 Max | AVAILABLE | Reserve place |
| 15/11/25 | 27/11/25 | 13 days | £5,840 pp | £925 | Local Guides | 12 Max | AVAILABLE | Reserve place |
In a corner of South America is a land of spectacular wildlife experiences; jaguars hunt for the world’s largest rodent, giant caimans hide beneath murky piranha-rich waters and colourful cocks-of-the-rock flirt beside thundering waterfalls. Offering a magisterial selection of splendidly diverse wildlife, the little-discovered country of Guyana is a nature lover’s paradise.
Located at the point where the Caribbean meets the Amazon, this small country is a vast wilderness of jungles, wetlands, and savannahs. Chances of seeing some of the continent’s more elusive animals are better here than almost any other country. Jaguars, harpy eagles, giant anteaters, cocks-of-the-rock and anacondas can all be sighted with a dash of luck. As well as searching for wildlife, get involved with conservation efforts, helping researchers gather data on the fearsome black caiman. Visit local villages where age old traditions remain and explore the colonial capital city of Georgetown.
Key Highlights of this Itinerary
Kaieteur Falls
Take a day trip to the Kaieteur Falls, the world’s highest free-falling waterfall.
Caiman Conservation
Get involved with conservation, helping researchers gather data on fearsome black caiman.
Age-old Traditions
Visit traditional, local villages and explore the colonial capital city of Georgetown.
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Day 1
Georgetown
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Day 2
Georgetown - Kaieteur Falls
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Day 3
Georgetown - Iwokrama Rainforest
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Day 4
Iwokrama Rainforest
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Day 5
Iwokrama Rainforest - Atta Rainforest Lodge
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Day 6
Atta Rainforest Lodge
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Day 7
Atta Rainforest Lodge - Surama
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Day 8
Surama - Rupununi Savannah
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Days 9-10
Rupununi Savannah
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Day 11
Rupununi Savannah - Yupukari
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Day 12
Yupukari - Lethem - Georgetown
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Day 13
Georgetown
Day 1
Georgetown
Pick up and transfer to Georgetown for an overnight stay at Cara Lodge.
Day 2
Georgetown - Kaieteur Falls
Take an hours flight to Kaieteur falls, the largest single-drop waterfall in the world. Return to Georgetown.
Day 3
Georgetown - Iwokrama Rainforest
Fly to Iwokrama River Lodge in the Iwokrama Rainforest, a vast one million acre wilderness. Spend two nights here.
Day 4
Iwokrama Rainforest
Early morning boat excursion on the Essequibo River, before returning to the lodge for breakfast. Spend the afternoon either hiking to Turtle Mountain, or taking a boat ride to Stanley Lake in search of giant river otters and black caiman.
Day 5
Iwokrama Rainforest - Atta Rainforest Lodge
Accompanied by an Iwokrama Ranger, explore the river trails of the rainforest looking for jaguar. See the upper canopy of the rainforest at Iwokrama Canopy Walkway, a series of suspension bridges for incredible wildlife sightings. Spend the next two nights at Atta Rainforest Lodge.
Day 6
Atta Rainforest Lodge
Explore the trails around the lodge, where black curassow, deer, monkeys, red-rumped agouti and tapir roam. After the sun sets, see the jungles’ nocturnal wildlife on a night walk.
Day 7
Atta Rainforest Lodge - Surama
Explore the cock-of-the-rock trail to Surama Eco Lodge. In the afternoon go on a Burro Burro river excursion.
Day 8
Surama - Rupununi Savannah
A pre-dawn hike up Surama Mountain for incredible views of the Pakaraima Mountains. Overnight at Rock View Lodge at Annai.
Days 9-10
Rupununi Savannah
Hike the Panorama Trail before taking a boat from Ginep Landing to Karanambu Lodge. See giant Victoria Amazonica waterlilies flowering at dusk and spot giant anteaters, double-striped thick-knees and caiman who inhabit the region.
Day 11
Rupununi Savannah - Yupukari
By boat, transfer to the village of Yupukari for an overnight stay at Caiman House. Take a night time boat trip in search of caiman.
Day 12
Yupukari - Lethem - Georgetown
After breakfast, transfer to Lethem for a flight back to Georgetown. In the afternoon, go on a city tour before a final night at Cara Lodge.
Day 13
Georgetown
Free day to explore the sites, or do an optional birding tour in the city’s botanical gardens. Transfer to airport for flight home.
Georgetown
The only large city in Guyana and the country’s capital, Georgetown lies at the mouth of the Demerara River. An attractive colonial city, British-inspired architecture and a profusion of flowering trees fill its charming streets. Dotting the city are a fine selection of jazz bars and cafes, serving delicious local cuisine. Packed with striking buildings, Georgetown’s highlight is the impressive St. George’s Cathedral, which is said to be the tallest wooden structure in the world. Other popular sites include the cast-iron Stabroek Market, the Parliament Building and the Victorian-era Botanical Gardens.
Kaieteur Falls
Fly over the Demerara and Essequibo Rivers and hundreds of miles of unbroken tropical rainforest, to land at Kaieteur Falls, the world’s highest free-falling waterfall. The water of Kaieteur flows into a deep gorge below and Amerindian legend of the Patamona tribe has it that Kai, one of the tribe’s chiefs, committed self-sacrifice by canoeing himself over the falls. It was believed this would encourage the Great Spirit Makonaima to save the tribe from being destroyed by the savage Caribishi. Kaieteur supports a unique micro environment and is famed for its tank bromeliads, which act as lifelong sanctuaries for the tiny golden frog. The rarely seen Guiana cock- of-the-rock also nests close by. There is also a chance to see the flight of the Kaieteur Swifts or Makonaima Birds which nest under the vast shelf of rock carved by the centuries of cascading water. It is also possible to upgrade to a flight including Orinduik Falls.
Iwokrama Rainforest
A vast one million acre wilderness, the Iwokrama Rainforest was established as a protected area in 1996. The heart of the Guiana Shield, one of the last untouched tropical forests, Iwokrama is as a living laboratory for tropical forest management. Home to the indigenous Makushi, it is protected through a unique partnership between the local people and conservation organisations. Explore the trails around the river lodge, accompanied by an Iwokrama Ranger, looking out for Guianan toucanets, rufous-winged ground-cuckoos, black spider monkeys and brown capuchins. Rise early for a boat trip on the Essequibo River, circumnavigating Indian House Island. Board a boat from the lodge and sail towards Turtle Mountain, watching out for wildlife along the way. The exhilarating 2-hour trek to the 360-metre summit of Turtle Mountain ends with breathtaking views over the forest canopy.
Black Caiman Field Trip
Revel in the unique opportunity to support and participate in an ongoing field study of black caiman, the largest member of the alligator family and an endangered species. Observe captures from a separate boat with the opportunity to assist in data collection. Caimans are weighed, measured, sexed and tagged before being released back into the river. The research undertaken here has already uncovered interesting new information about caimans’ nests. During periods of high water, it is difficult to capture caimans, but there will still be the chance to enter the nocturnal world of the Rupununi River. Just after darkness settles on the river, many creatures emerge. These include black caimans, spectacled caimans, tree boas, iguanas, frogs, and numerous fish species. Observe sleeping birds, such as kingfishers, nightjars and herons. In the trees, look out for possums, capybara and sleeping monkeys.
Dine Under the Canopy
Spend time with skilled guides who paddle their boats through lowland forest creeks in search of the spectacular Victoria Amazonica giant water lily, perhaps visiting the Amerindian village of Yupukari to observe their way of life and make cassava bread. It is also possible to learn to spin and weave cotton, fashion bricks from river clay, or make rope from leaf fibres. Head out on to the Rupununi River in search of the perfect sandbank at which to stop and set up for an evening dinner under the stars. Try your hand at fishing, before relaxing with a drink as the sunsets and the crew prepare dinner over a campfire. Afterwards, head back to Caiman House, stopping to shine torchlight upon the surrounding nocturnal creatures.
Includes / Excludes
Important Information
Activity Level
Moderate Activity
Single Supplement
Travelling on your own? Our group tours are perfect for solo travellers, as travelling as part of an organised group in faraway places provides security and peace of mind. We handle all of the arrangements for you and there will be a local tour guide on hand throughout to provide advice and help if needed, as well as the expertise of a Tour expert.
Flexibility
To allow flexibility, our group tours do not include international flights as standard. We can arrange international flights on your behalf, please get in touch with our travel experts for a quote. All international flights from the UK are ATOL protected.
What is included
- All accommodation
- Accompanied by local guides
- Activities as per the itinerary
- Entry fees
- Domestic flights
- Airport transfers
- All roads and river transfers
- Meals as per the itinerary
- 24 hour UK and overseas contacts
- £25 to help fund the communities, conservation agencies and NGOs that we work with
- £25 contribution to ‘Trees and Science’ in mitigation of your carbon emissions
What is excluded
- International flights
- Visas
- Travel insurance
- Items of a personal nature, drinks, etc.
- Pre and/or post accommodation
- Alcoholic drinks
- Gratuities for local guides, drivers and porters
Other available dates
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| Start date | End date | Days |
Prices from
ex. flights |
Tour Expert | Group Size | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20/09/25 | 02/10/25 | 13 days | £5,840 pp | Local Guides | 12 Max | FULL | |
| 18/10/25 | 30/10/25 | 13 days | £5,840 pp | Local Guides | 12 Max | AVAILABLE | Reserve place |
| 15/11/25 | 27/11/25 | 13 days | £5,840 pp | Local Guides | 12 Max | AVAILABLE | Reserve place |
| 06/12/25 | 18/12/25 | 13 days | £5,840 pp | Local Guides | 12 Max | AVAILABLE | Reserve place |
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