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Legends of El Dorado: Guyana's Hidden Wilderness

Duration
7 Days
Price
$4,200
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Guyana Tour Overview

Legends of El Dorado: Guyana's Hidden Wilderness

From thundering waterfalls to pristine rainforests and endless savannas, discover the untamed landscapes that inspired South America's greatest legend

Duration
7 Days
Price
$4,200
Difficulty
Moderate
Best Time
September - April

Journey into the heart of Guyana, the legendary realm of El Dorado where Spanish conquistadors once searched for cities of gold. At Kaieteur Falls, one of the world’s most powerful waterfalls by water volume, you’ll stand at the edge of a 226-meter drop as the Potaro River thunders through untouched rainforest. Travel deep into the Iwokrama Rainforest, where jaguars prowl ancient trails among more than 500 bird species, then cross into the vast Rupununi Savannas to track giant anteaters alongside local vaqueros on horseback and encounter giant otter families along the Rupununi River. Guyana remains one of South America’s least-visited wilderness destinations, and this journey covers its most compelling landscapes and wildlife in seven days.

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Legends of El Dorado: Guyana's Hidden Wilderness

Your Guyana Tour Itinerary

Route Overview 7 Days · Guyana
1
DAY 1 - ARRIVAL
Georgetown Welcome
Your Guyana adventure begins with an early afternoon arrival at Cheddi Jagan International Airport, where our team will greet you and provide seamless transportation to the historic Cara Lodge Hotel in Georgetown. After settling into your colonial-style accommodations and refreshing from your journey, embark on a late afternoon exploration of Georgetown's most iconic landmarks including the towering St. George's Cathedral and the vibrant Stabroek Market.
Your Accommodation
Cara Lodge Hotel
Historic colonial hotel in the heart of Georgetown
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DAY 2 - PRIVATE KAIETEUR FLIGHT
Kaieteur Falls Experience
Rise early for your private chartered flight to the magnificent Kaieteur Falls, one of the world's most powerful waterfalls. Unlike standard day tours, you'll enjoy an exclusive extended experience with a dedicated park ranger who will guide you to spectacular viewpoints and hidden trails that most visitors never see. Your afternoon flight transports you deep into the heart of the Iwokrama Rainforest, one of the world's last remaining pristine wilderness areas.
Your Accommodation
Iwokrama River Lodge
Award-winning eco-lodge on the banks of the Essequibo River
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3
DAY 3 - RAINFOREST EXPLORATION
Turtle Mountain & Ancient Petroglyphs
Begin with a peaceful 30-minute boat ride downriver to the base of Turtle Mountain for a mildly challenging yet incredibly rewarding hike to the 290-meter summit. This 1.5-2 hour trek offers breathtaking panoramic views of the pristine rainforest canopy, with several often-hazy mountain ranges visible in the distance, the dense emerald jungle below, and the mighty Essequibo River snaking through the wilderness. The summit provides excellent opportunities to spot various monkey species including Red Howler, Black Spider, and Wedge-capped Capuchin monkeys. Return to the lodge for a well-deserved lunch before venturing to the spectacular Kurupukari Falls to explore ancient Amerindian petroglyphs estimated to be over 6,000 years old - stunning works of art best viewed during the low water season. Dinner at the lodge, served in the Fred Allicock Building overlooking the scenic vistas of the Essequibo River, provides the perfect opportunity to reflect on the day's discoveries.
Your Accommodation
Iwokrama River Lodge
Award-winning eco-lodge on the banks of the Essequibo River
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4
DAY 4 - CANOPY WALKWAY TO SAVANNAH
Canopy Walkway & Journey to Karanambu
Begin at dawn with an early morning boat trip around Indian House Island, where wildlife including butterflies, snakes, and magnificent macaws emerge for their morning activities. After breakfast, experience the world-renowned Atta Forest Canopy Walkway, a 154-meter suspended bridge system that places you 30 meters above the forest floor. Watch for Green Aracari, Scarlet Macaw, and Red Howler Monkeys while exploring orchids and bromeliads. After your canopy experience, embark on a scenic 4-hour overland journey through dramatically changing landscapes as you leave the dense rainforest behind and enter the vast Rupununi Savannah, arriving at the legendary Karanambu Lodge.
Your Accommodation
Karanambu Lodge
Historic eco-lodge on the Rupununi River, famous for giant otter conservation
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DAY 5 - RUPUNUNI SAVANNAH
Savannah Safari & Giant Anteaters
Awaken to the serene stillness of Karanambu as dawn breaks over the Rupununi savannah. Begin your day with an exhilarating savannah safari in a specially designed vehicle that navigates through vast grasslands. Karanambu's skilled vaqueros on horseback and motorcycles serve as your search team, tracking one of the seven giant anteaters that typically roam this pristine area. The savannah teems with wildlife beyond the elusive giant anteater - watch for crab-eating fox, armadillos, jabiru storks, and colorful flocks of parrots and macaws. After returning for breakfast and hearing captivating stories of Karanambu's conservation history, spend your afternoon exploring walking trails before embarking on another magical river journey in search of the famous giant otters.
Your Accommodation
Karanambu Lodge
Historic eco-lodge on the Rupununi River, famous for giant otter conservation
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DAY 6 - GIANT OTTER ENCOUNTERS
Rupununi River Expedition
Your mission begins before dawn as you venture out on the river hoping to reach an otter family's holt before they awaken. Giant otters, these remarkable apex predators with their complex vocalizations and playful social behavior, represent one of Karanambu's greatest conservation success stories. From a respectful distance, observe a family as they begin their day with early morning dips, breakfast, and grooming rituals. After this intimate wildlife encounter, explore the 20-mile stretch of Rupununi River that flows through the Karanambu area. Navigate serpentine channels and oxbow lakes while where arapaima, one of the world's largest freshwater fish, are occasionally spotted in the deeper channels. As afternoon transitions to evening, journey to the Simoni Lakes via Teraqua creek, concluding with a festive barbecue dinner under the mango trees.
Your Accommodation
Karanambu Lodge
Historic eco-lodge on the Rupununi River, famous for giant otter conservation
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DAY 7 - DEPARTURE
Return to Georgetown
After a final breakfast at Karanambu, your charter flight departs directly from the Karanambu airstrip for Georgetown, offering sweeping views of the Rupununi Savannas and the vast wetlands below as you retrace the landscapes you explored on the ground. The flight provides one last perspective on the scale and wildness of this region before you arrive back in Georgetown with a week of extraordinary encounters behind you.

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Pricing & What's Included

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Per Person
$4,200
Based on group of 4
Deposit$1,050
CurrencyUSD

Group Rates

Group SizePer PersonNotes
2 travelers$5,150Per personPrivate expedition rate
3 travelers$5,000Per personPrivate expedition rate
4 travelers$4,200Per personBest value
5 travelers$4,200Per personGroup rate
6 travelers$3,950Per personGroup rate
7 travelers$4,050Per personGroup rate
8 travelers$3,900Per personGroup rate

What's Included

  • Accommodation at Cara Lodge Georgetown, Iwokrama River Lodge (2 nights), and Karanambu Lodge (3 nights), based on double occupancy
  • All meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers in Georgetown
  • Private charter flight: Georgetown to Kaieteur Falls to Iwokrama airstrip
  • Return charter flight: Karanambu airstrip to Georgetown
  • Karanambu airstrip fee
  • All guided excursions and activities as indicated in the itinerary
  • Dedicated park ranger at Kaieteur Falls with access to restricted viewpoints
  • All entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary
  • Mineral water (1 liter per person per day)

Not Included

  • International airfare
  • Travel insurance (required)
  • Personal expenses and personal laundry
  • Visa fees (if applicable)
  • Gratuities for guides and lodge staff
  • Single supplement (contact us for pricing)
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Medical evacuation costs
  • Optional add-on activities at Karanambu (motorcycle savannah rides, sport fishing, village visits)
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Deposit & Payment: A 25% deposit secures your place (credit card accepted). 50% balance due 90 days before departure. Final balance due 60 days prior. ACH bank transfer available at reduced fees. Bookings within 60 days require full payment.
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Cancellation: 90+ days: full refund minus $500 admin fee. 60-89 days: 50% refund. Under 60 days: no refund. Comprehensive travel insurance covering emergency evacuation is required for all participants.

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"The Rupununi was fabulous. Even if there weren't any animals, it would've been a great experience. The only negative was leaving."

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We recommend booking 6-12 months in advance, especially for remote destinations like Greenland or Madagascar. This allows time for permit processing, securing the best local guides, and ensuring accommodation availability in these pristine, limited-access locations.
Each adventure includes expert local guides, unique accommodations, all transportation within the destination, most meals featuring local cuisine, and exclusive access to experiences unavailable to mass tourism. International flights and personal travel insurance are typically separate.
We design adventures for various fitness levels and always discuss physical requirements during planning. Many of our destinations offer different activity intensities, and we can customize experiences to match your capabilities while still providing authentic wilderness encounters.
We partner exclusively with local operators who share our conservation values, ensure tourism revenue supports local communities, limit group sizes to minimize environmental impact, and contribute directly to conservation projects in each destination we visit.
We understand plans can change. Our cancellation policy varies by destination and timing, but we always work to minimize fees and maximize flexibility. We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance and will provide guidance on the best policies for adventure travel.
While we specialize in our core destinations, we can create custom adventures to other remote, wild places that align with our mission of authentic, sustainable travel. Contact us to discuss your dream destination and we'll explore possibilities.
We focus exclusively on authentic, off-the-beaten-path destinations that most travelers never reach. Our deep partnerships with local communities, commitment to conservation, and rejection of mass tourism create truly transformative experiences that benefit both travelers and destinations.
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