4-Day Guyana River and Nature Safari

Georgetown, Guyana

Enjoy the adventure of authentic trips in Guyana with family or friends. The Essequibo and Kaieteur Falls are two of the main attractions if you are on a short getaway in Guyana. Visit the Majestic Kaieteur Falls, the worlds tallest waterfalls, and Sloth island where you can kayak, swim, bird watch, view wildlife or just relax.

Day 1: Arrival Fly to Guyana and transfer to the hotel for overnight. Overnight at Sleep in Hotel

Day 2: Sloth Island, Essequibo and Mazaruni River Safari (B, L, D) We will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the town of Parika, driving over the harbor Bridge across the Demerara River. Upon arrival we will join a boat and travel down the Esseqibo River to Sloth Island Nature Resort. The journey itself takes approximately 1 hour . Sloth Island nature Reserve is situated on a beautiful 160 area island of pristine rain forest in the Essequibo River. The 3 mile and 5 minute boat ride from Bartica makes it an ideal destination for birders and holiday makers of all levels. From Sloth Island one can access exciting excursions to Amerindian villages, waterfalls, rapids and pristine rain forest. Birds you are likely to encounter include: Puff Bird, Manakins, Toucans, Parakeets, and recently the Harpy Eagle. In addition you may encounter sloths and monkeys.

With well-appointed and comfortable rooms and private bathrooms, Sloth Island caters to the discerning guest. Anyone who loves nature will love Sloth Island. Wake up in the mornings to the sounds of nature — parrots, howler monkeys, toucans, Harpy Eagle and more.After settling into your accommodation we will walk the nearby trails and once the water levels are low, we will take the trail leading to Jerry's farm.

This evening, as the sun sets, we take an excursion up the Essequibo River by motor boat for a spectacular and unforgettable tour at Parrot Island where thousands of parrots come to roost. Return to Sloth Island Resort for dinner.

Overnight at Sloth Island Nature Reserve

Day 3: Kaieteur Falls (B, L, D) At dawn we will enjoy a nature walk in nearby trails. After breakfast, we will be transferred to Georgetown and to the airport for your 1 hour flight to the famous Kaieteur Falls. At 741 feet (225 meters) Kaieteur Falls is five times the height of Niagara. It is a sight to behold. There is no other like Kaieteur in beauty and grandeur! View the waterfalls from various vantage points. You may be lucky to see the rare Guianan Cock-of-the-rock on your 2 hour tour. We will transfer you back to Georgetown in the afternoon and to your hotel.
Overnight at Sleep in Hotel

Day 4: DepartureReturn home.