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Scheduled Departures for 2008



Sat      Arrive in Guyana and transfer to Georgetown. Overnight at Cara Lodge.

Sun  Transfer to airport for a flight over endless rainforest before reaching the spectacular Kaieteur Falls with its  sheer drop of 741 feet and unique ecosystem. Then
continue on to the Brazilian border and bathe in the natural jacuzzi formed when the Ireng River thunders over solid Jasper at Orinduik Falls.(click here for full descriptions) At the end of the flight transfer to Georgetown. Overnight at Cara Lodge.


Mon   0915hrs Transfer to Ogle airport for a flight across the rainforest and savannah to Karanambu Ranch.This is the home of Diane McTurk, widely known for her work in rehabilitating orphaned, giant river otters to the wild.  Diane and her otters have appeared on National Geographic, Jeff Corwin Experience, Really Wild Show (BBC) and the Calgary’s “Zoo World”.  Karanambu has a long history of visiting naturalists and Diane’s father, Tiny McTurk, has welcomed David Attenborough and Gerald Durrell (Three Singles to Adventure). Today’s generation of Edward and Melanie McTurk are your hosts, leaving Diane more time developing the Karanambu Trust, work with her otters and her writings.  Dinner with Diane, Edward and Melanie will include stories on the history of the family and the Rupununi Savannahs.  Overnight at Karanambu Ranch. BLD

Karanambu

Each Cabana has it's own veranda with hammocks

Tue     Diane sometimes has resident orphaned otters and you can help her as she tends to them.You can visit Simoni Pond for some of the best inland fishing (add US$15.00) in Guyana including Peacock Bass or explore the flooded forest or savannah.Visits can be made to nearby ponds for birdwatching and to view the Victoria Amazonica, the world’s largest water lily and Guyana’s national flower.Explore the Rupununi River in search of wild Giant River Otters, Black Caiman and Arapaima. An evening visit to Crane Pond to see hundreds of Ibis, Anhinga, Heron and Egret roosting is a highlight. Overnight at Karanambu Ranch. BLD

 

Wed    After breakfast transfer by boat along the Rupununi River to Ginep Landing and then by 4x4 across the savannah to Rock View Lodge at Annai.  Overnight at Rock View Lodge.  BLD

                                               

Thu     With its tropical gardens and flowering trees, our lodge resembles an oasis in the savannah, and attracts many species of birds, particularly nectar feeders and frugivores.  Nearby patches of light forest are home to certain antbirds and flycatchers, and of course the grasslands support an avifauna of their own. We’ll explore the area on foot, and as the afternoon cools we’ll travel a short distance for birdwatching in the Pakaraima foothills.  Overnight at Rock View Lodge.  BLD

Fri       Transfer before dawn to the new canopy walkway in the Iwokrama Forest; this allows you to experience the rainforest from 35M up in the tree tops. After dinner we return to the walkway to experience the canopy at night.  Overnight in       Iwokrama Atta Rainforest Lodge.  BLD

Sat      This morning welcome the dawn chorus from the Iwokrama Canopy Walkway. After breakfast transfer by 4x4 along 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!  Journey ends at the Iwokrama Field Station. Afternoon free to explore the trails around the field station with an Iwokrama Guide. After dinner, we will take you out on to the river to spot caiman and other nocturnal wildlife. Overnight at Iwokrama Field Station. BLD

                                                                           

Sun     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! After breakfast, you will leave the field station for the journey to Turtle Mountain, and a gentle climb up the mountain to its summit at 935ft (approx. 360m). It takes 1 ¾ hours to walk up the mountain, but the effort is more than worth it for the breathtaking views over the forest canopy when you get there.  Enjoy a picnic lunch in the forest. On the return trip, visit Kurupukari Falls to see the Amerindian petroglyphs (dependent on the water level). Then visit the small Amerindian village of Fair View before returning to the Field Station.  Overnight at Iwokrama Field Station.  BLD

 

Mon    This morning before breakfast, we will take you on an early morning boat ride near the Field Station. After breakfast we will transfer you by 4 x 4 to Annai. After lunch scheduled flight to Georgetown.  Transfer by vehicle to the Essequibo River and then by boat to Shanklands Rainforest Resort. Overnight at Shanklands Rainforest Resort.  BLD 

 

Tue  Free day to enjoy the facilities at Shanklands including nature trails and your own private beach.  Overnight at Shanklands Rainforest Resort.  BLD

Wed      A boat trip on the Essequibo and Mazaruni Rivers to see Kyk-Over-Al ( See Over All ) which was once the Dutch seat of government in the county of Essequibo.  Now all that remains on this island are the ruins of the former stronghold  which guarded the junction of the Mazaruni and Cuyuni Rivers. You will be taken to Bartica the mining township. Further on up the Mazaruni River we reach the Baracara Falls for a refreshing swim. Overnight at Shanklands Rainforest Resort.  BLD

Thu       Transfer to airport for departing flight.

Rack Rate : 
US$ 4,050.00 per person, min of two persons. 
US$ 3,341.00 per person, min of four persons.
US$ 3,183.00 per person, min of six to eight persons.
Single Supplement: US$531.00

Rate Includes : Airport transfers - double or twin accommodation – shared accommodation at Iwokrama - meals as listed – local bar at Timberhead, Karanambu, Rock View and Shanklands – all road and river transport – internal flights – Kaieteur National Park fee – activities as described - guides.