Jaguar and Burro Burro Expedition

This nine-day, set departure package will take you deep into the heart of Guyana. You’ll visit Kaieteur and Orinduik Falls, the Iwokrama and the rainforest of the Burro Burro River. Along the way, you’ll learn about Amerindian culture and have the opportunity to view spectacular wildlife.

Departure Dates: 14 - 24 January 2006; 25 March - 4 April 2006; 6 - 16 May 2006; 22 July - 01 August 2006; 9 - 19 September 2006; 18 - 28 November 2006; and 9 - 19 December 2006.

Saturday: Arrive in Guyana and transfer to Georgetown. Overnight at Ariantze or similar hotel.

Sunday: Day trip to Kaieteur and Orinduik Falls. Overnight at Ariantze or similar hotel. Breakfast and lunch included.

Monday: Early departure by 4x4 for trip to the heart of Guyana. Pass through the mining town of Linden and then into the rainforest of Guyana, to Kurupakari on the Essequibo River. Cross the river to Iwokrama International Centre. Afternoon free to explore the trails around the field station with an Iwokrama Guide. Overnight at the Iwokrama Field Station. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.

Tuesday: Early morning boat trip followed by breakfast. View wildlife on a morning walk with the possibility of seeing various birds, mammals and reptiles come to drink. 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. The rest of the afternoon will be spent exploring the area near to the Turtle Mountain Satellite Camp. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.

Wednesday: After breakfast, you will travel back to the Field Station along the Essequibo River, with the chance to see assorted wildlife. Spend the rest of the morning on a wildlife walk near the field station with an Iwokrama Guide. The afternoon is free for you to relax, and then after dinner, take a boat ride to spot caiman and other nocturnal wildlife in the river after dark. Overnight at the Iwokrama Field Station.   Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.

Thursday: Today you will be up before dawn for breakfast, so you can 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!  The trip ends at the new canopy walkway, which winds 35M up through the treetops. Observe the wildlife and birdlife from this amazing perspective. After dinner return to the walkway to experience the canopy at night. Overnight at Atta Rainforest Lodge.   Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.
 
Friday: Experience the dawn chorus, up close, in the canopy top. After breakfast continue by 4x4 to the Amerindian village of Surama. On arrival in Surama receive a welcome from a village counselor and settle into your accommodation. A local guide will take you on a tour of the village. Visit the local school, medical centre and church along with some of the village houses. In the cool of late afternoon take a three mile walk across the savannah and through the rainforest to the Burro Burro River. Tonight enjoy an educational walk to observe wildlife and experience the mystique of the forest after dark. Overnight in a hammock at the rustic Carahaa Landing Camp.   Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.

Saturday: Today your guides will paddle you up the Burro Burro River to observe wildlife and birdlife. Stop along the way to swim or take walks into the forest. In the late afternoon watch or join in as your guides construct a camp on river bank. Enjoy a dinner cooked over an open fire before spending the night in your hammock camp.   Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.

Sunday: Today, continue paddling and exploring the Burro Burro River before returning to Carahaa Landing Camp and then walk back to Surama. Overnight at the Surama Guest House.   Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.

Monday: Morning departure by 4 x 4 for drive to Annai. Lunch at Rock View Lodge before a flight to Georgetown. Overnight at Ariantze Hotel or similar hotel. Breakfast and lunch are included.

Tuesday: Transfer to Cheddi Jagan International Airport for departing flight. Breakfast is included.

This trip can be customized and conducted on a private basis for your party. For more information, contact PanAmerican Travel Services at 800.364.4359.

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