Upcoming Group Travel

Explore Israel and Jordan on a 15 day National Geographic Journey with G Adventure starting October 31st, 2021. Step into the ancient world of the Middle East on a two-week journey with Craig Doser and a very small group. Connect with the past, while glimpsing contemporary life in this incredible region. Discover life in Jerusalem and Bethlehem, learn about the differences in Middle Eastern cuisine, explore the Roman ruins of Jerash, ride through the desert on a 4x4, and venture into the awesome and ancient city of Petra. Connect with the past while glimpsing contemporary life in this incredible region.

2022

Guyana - FABULOUS TROPICAL NATURE TRIP in truly untouched rain forest in South America, and offers the chance for incredible wildlife viewing, led by Craig Doser, along with local guides. Please contact Craig with any question you may have. He can be reached at 907-518-0165.

The trip is a 16-day adventure to Guyana in February 2021 and the trip details are below.

Adventures for Alaskans Guyana Exploration Trip 

Day 1

Pickup and transfer from Cheddi Jagan International Airport to Georgetown and your selected hotel. 

Cara Lodge was built in the 1840s and originally consisted of two houses. It has a long and romantic history and was the home of the first Lord Mayor of Georgetown. Over the years, the property has been visited by many dignitaries including King Edward VIll who stayed at the house in 1923. Other dignitaries have included President Jimmy Carter, HRH Prince Charles, HRH Prince Andrew and Mick Jagger. This magnificent wooden colonial home turned hotel offers the tradition and nostalgia of a bygone era, complete with service and comfort in a congenial family atmosphere. Overnight at Cara Lodge. (Check in time 1400hrs, Check out time 12midday) 

Day 2

Pickup and transfer to Eugene F. Correia International Airport.

 Board scheduled flight for the journey 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.  

Kaieteur which was first seen by a European on April 29, 1870, is situated in the heart of Guyana on the Potaro River, a tributary of the Essequibo.  The water of Kaieteur flows over a sandstone conglomerate tableland into a deep gorge - a drop of 741 feet or 5 times the height of Niagara Falls. 

There are no other falls in the world with the magnitude of the sheer drop existing at Kaieteur.  Amerindian legend of the Patamona tribe has it that Kai, one of the tribe’s chiefs (after whom the falls is named), 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 microenvironment with Tank Bromeliads, the largest in the world, in which the tiny Golden frog spends its entire life and the rarely seen Guiana Cock- of-the-rock nesting close by.  The lucky visitor may also see the famous flights of the Kaieteur Swifts or Makonaima Birds which nest under the vast shelf of rock carved over millions of years by the black water of the Potaro River. 

Kaieteur Guesthouse is ideally situated just 200 metres from the falls.  The simple building has basic facilities and limited bedding but also allows you to sling a hammock to sleep.  But the simple facilities are compensated by the magnificent setting of being beside the mighty waterfall.  In the evening you can sit on the edge of the falls as hundreds of swifts dive past you into the torrent of the fall to roost off the wall behind. Overnight in a hammock at Kaieteur Guesthouse. BLD 

Day 3

Enjoy your morning coffee as the early morning mist of Kaieteur gives way to a fantastic view of the falls. You will have some time to explore Kaieteur and its environs before heading to the airstrip for your departing flight. Re-boarding our flight after our experience at the fall we continue our journey onto the village of Apoteri.  Then travel along the Rupununi River with opportunities to see wild Giant River Otters and Black Caiman.  You will pass locals fishing and bathing in the river until you reach the Rewa River and the Amerindian community of Rewa. 

 Rewa Village is located where the Rewa River runs into the Rupununi River in the North Rupununi.  The surrounding area is rainforest, mountains and oxbow lakes and teeming with wildlife birds and fish.  The community of approximately 220 persons is predominately Macushi with a few families of the Wapashani and Patamona tribes.  Villagers practice subsistence farming, fishing and hunting with little opportunity for cash employment.   

In 2005 the community constructed the Rewa Eco-lodge so that they could establish a sustainable eco-tourism business.  The lodge itself is situated on the river bank overlooking the Rewa River with views down the river to the Rupununi River.  Along the river bank tables and benches offer a relaxing location to enjoy the river.  The grassed clearing in the rainforest houses three benabs and six cabins.  The largest benab is the kitchen and dining area, with an outlook to the river.  Accommodation is in two benabs each with two bedrooms and a large patio with hammocks for relaxing with shared bathrooms just outside; and six individual cabins with attached bathrooms open to the sky.

 Take a short boat ride from the lodge to the opposite bank on the Rupununi River. Hidden a five-minute walk from the boat is a lovely oxbow lake.  The magical setting is enhanced with a wooden deck out over the pond, allowing close-up views of the Victoria amazonica the world’s largest waterlily and the national flower of Guyana.  Originally the lily was known as Victoria regia in honour of Queen Victoria. The leaves that float on the water grow up to 3 metres in diameter with a submerged stalk of 7 to 8 metres. The flowers which bloom at dusk are white on the first night and by the third night, they change colour to pink and also sex to a male flower. The golden colours across the pond at dusk combined with birds coming into roost provide a lovely nature experience. Overnight at Rewa Eco-lodge.  BLD

 Day 4

Enjoy breakfast at dawn overlooking the River.  

 After breakfast take a boat up the Rewa River and then a 15-minute hike to Grass Pond.  This pond or lake is about 3 km long and is a beautiful setting with the giant Victoria amazonica water lily.  It has a good population of Arapaima, (reportedly the highest density in Guyana) the largest scaled freshwater fish in the world, and you can also fish for Peacock Bass.  

We will take a guided walk through the community of Rewa to see how the locals live.  Visit villager’s houses where you can experience their everyday life and see activities such as grating cassava, weaving baskets and tending kitchen gardens.   

Return to the lodge for lunch.  

In the afternoon travel up the Rewa River to a location known as Seawall. This rock formation is a great place to fish or take in the beauty of the location.  Visit sandbanks where river turtles come to lay their eggs.  Along the river banks you may see red howlers, squirrel and brown capuchin monkeys.  

We continue up the river and then hike through the rainforest to an area where we can observe the Goliath bird-eating spider, the largest spider in the world by mass and size.  The practice of calling theraphosids "bird-eating" derives from an early 18th-century copper engraving showing one eating a hummingbird. 

Despite its name, it is rare for the Goliath bird-eating spider to actually prey on birds. In the wild, they have been observed feeding on rodents, frogs, toads, lizards and even snakes. 

On our way back to the lodge by boat, we will stop for sundowners (clients to pay Rewa) and dinner on a sandbank. This will undoubtedly be one of the many magical memories that you will take with you from your stay at Rewa.

 Overnight at Rewa Eco-lodge.  BLD

 Day 5

After breakfast say goodbye to staff and newfound friends and board boat. 

 Travel by boat along the Rupununi River to Kwatamang Landing. 

 Transfer from Kwatamang Landing through the rainforest to Rock View Lodge to enjoy lunch. We then continue to Atta Rainforest Lodge, home of the Iwokrama Canopy Walkway.

 The Iwokrama Canopy Walkway is situated near the southern boundary of the Iwokrama Reserve in central Guyana. The walkway has four suspension bridges leading to three platforms, the highest of which is over 30 metres above the ground, and these will allow great looks at a range of canopy species, many of which you would struggle to see well from the forest floor. 

 Another area where we will want to spend some time is the clearing around the lodge, as this is one of the best places to see another of Guyana’s “must see” birds, the Crimson Fruitcrow.  This species is seen here on a reasonably regular basis, as it often comes to feed in some of the nearby trees.  The clearing is also a reliable site for Black Curassow as there is a family party which has become habituated to people and regularly passes through the clearing.     

Atta Rainforest Lodge is 500 metres from the base of the Iwokrama Canopy Walkway, offering comfortable private-room accommodation with ensuite bathrooms, delicious home-cooked meals, and traditional Amerindian hospitality.  The communal building houses the bar, dining area and kitchen and is open sided with views across the gardens to the towering forest, which completely surrounds the lodge.  Hammocks and outdoor benches enhance the lovely gardens which include a variety of heliconias that attract hummingbirds, close enough for the perfect photo.  Overnight at Atta Rainforest Lodge.  BLD

 Day 6

Before dawn, we will return to the canopy where we can birdwatch easily and from this treetop vantage, you can sometimes see Red Howler and Black Spider Monkeys.

Apart from the Iwokrama Canopy Walkway itself, you can enjoy wildlife and birdwatching walks on the trails around the area. For those interested in botany many of the trails have the key tree species marked. Many bird species, stunning insects, noisy amphibians, and playful primates make the surrounding forest their home. Deer, Tapir and agouti are also regular visitors to the lodge.  Serious birders will want to search the undergrowth for the rarely seen Rufous-winged Ground-cuckoo. 

 As darkness falls on the canopy walkway, you may see the White-winged Potoo.  Night walks are also possible and something interesting or new always seems to pop on to the scene along the transnational road near the lodge.  Overnight at Atta Rainforest Lodge.  BLD

 Day 7

Welcome the dawn chorus from the canopy walkway and then return to the lodge for breakfast before departure.   

 Transfer from Atta Rainforest Lodge through the rainforest to Corkwood in the Iwokrama Forest.  Here there is a comparatively short trail to hopefully see the amazingly brilliant Guianan Cock-of-the-rock.  This trail is through interesting and pristine rainforest and the guides can explain how the plants are used for medicine and other purposes. Continue to the community of Surama.

 The Amerindian community of Surama is located in the heart of Guyana.  The village is set in five square miles of savannah which is ringed by the forest-covered Pakaraima Mountains.  Surama’s inhabitants are mainly from the Macushi tribe and still observe many of the traditional practises of their ancestors.

 Surama Eco Lodge is owned and operated by the community. The rotating work schedule allows those who want to earn a salary to do so without giving up their traditional way of life.    The Village Council as the board of directors decides how the profits are to be spent to benefit the entire village.

 On arrival in Surama, you will receive a warm welcome and settle into your accommodation at the lodge.  A guide will escort you for a short walk on trails to observe the forest and bird life.  As the afternoon cools your 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.  Tonight, enjoy an educational walk to observe wildlife and experience the mystique of the forest after dark. Make sure to bring your flashlights to look for the eyeshine of the creatures of the night.  Overnight at Surama Eco-lodge.  BLD   

Day 8

Before dawn take a three-mile walk across the savannah and through the rainforest to the Burro Burro River. Your guides will then paddle you on the Burro Burro River for opportunities to observe Giant River Otters, Tapir, Tayra, Spider Monkeys and more species. The Harpy Eagle is the largest and most powerful raptor found in the rainforest, and among the largest extant species of eagles in the world. With luck, this bird may be seen in this area.  Return to the lodge for sunset.  Overnight at Surama Eco-lodge.  BLD

 Day 9

Rise before dawn for a walk across the savannah and then climb up Surama Mountain for incredible views across the village and savannah to the Pakaraima Mountains.  This is not a technical climb but can be arduous, especially after rain, and not for everyone. Your guides will happily offer alternative activities if you prefer not to do this climb.

 Transfer from Surama to Rock View Lodge at Annai.

 Rock View Lodge is located where the savannah meets the forest-covered foothills of the Pakaraima Mountains.  With its tropical gardens and flowering trees, the 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.

 You can see how cashews are roasted and see how local handicrafts are made and maybe even try your hand at them yourself. The labour-intensive method of cracking open the roasted nuts along with the self-ignition of the nuts as the acid content burns off are a spectacular sight. You can then taste the freshly roasted nuts.

 Eight comfortable rooms have ensuites and feature a patio and hammock for relaxing.  Meals are served in the dining room under the mango trees and most of the produce is grown on the property.  The pool has a lovely setting in the gardens and is a welcome respite on a hot day. Overnight at Rock View Lodge.  BLD

 Day 10

At dawn take a hike in the foothills of the Pakaraima Mountains on the Panorama Trail where you might see Cinereous Mourner, Finsch’s Euphonia, Reddish Hermit, Rufous-bellied Antwren, Green-tailed and Yellow-billed Jacamar. The views across the savannah and villages as the sun rises are spectacular. 

 Return to the lodge for breakfast before departure.

 Transfer to visit the village of Aranaputa which is situated in a stunning valley basin. Aranaputa offers guests the best in warm Rupununi hospitality; you will have a tour of their Peanut Butter Factory.

 Enjoy lunch at Pakaraima Inn before continuing your journey to Genip Landing.

 From Ginep Landing we take a boat trip on the Rupununi River to Karanambu Lodge.  Depending on the river level, this trip offers an excellent opportunity to look for Giant Otters as there are several family groups which live along this stretch of the Rupununi River.

 Karanambu, a 110-square mile former cattle ranch located in the North Rupununi, was the home of the late Diane McTurk, conservationist and a world-renowned expert on giant otters. Known for its expansive wetlands and savannah, as well as its biological and cultural diversity, Karanambu encompasses savannah, marshy ponds, riparian forest, and a 30-mile stretch of the Rupununi River. Karanambu is located roughly in the middle of this beautiful and fascinating biological hotspot where species like the Giant Otter, Black Caiman, Jaguar, Giant Anteater, and Arapaima can be found. The number of species found here is much higher than expected given its size with at least 600 species of bird and over 200 species of mammals. The seasonally flooded savannahs and forests also draw substantial fish migrations with as many as 700 species of fish — more than anywhere on Earth.

 This region is rich in history and is the homeland of the Makushi and earlier peoples dating back more than 7,000 years. Several prominent explorers and naturalists have written about their experiences here, including Robert and Richard Schomburgk, Charles Waterton, Evelyn Waugh, Gerald Durrell, and David Attenborough.

 With both the river and the savannahs close at hand there is a wide variety of activities to be enjoyed at Karanambu. You are free to determine what you want to do based on your interests, the time of year and whether the guides have found anything especially unique and interesting to see. Two guided excursions are provided each day — one early in the morning and another late in the afternoon and into the evening. As well as being the coolest times to be out, these are usually the best times to see the different birds and animals. Trips may be on the river by boat, on the savannahs by 4 by 4 or along forest trails on foot to the different ponds in the area.

 Late in the afternoon, we will travel by boat to look for wild Giant River Otters and as dusk falls to the ponds to see the giant Victoria amazonica waterlily, bloom at dusk. On the return trip, we will spotlight for Black Caiman and birds and creatures of the night.  

Accommodations are in traditionally made clay brick cabins, each with en suite and Veranda with hammocks. Overnight at Karanambu Lodge. BLD

 Day 11

This morning we make an early start to an area of rolling grasslands, home to a population of giant anteaters. With luck, we shall locate one of these six-foot long animals excavating its breakfast from one of the termite mounds that stud the savannah. Though giant anteaters live in overlapping home ranges they are mostly solitary except during mother-offspring relationships, aggressive interactions between males, and when mating. Mother anteaters carry their offspring on their backs until weaning them.

 Evening river excursion or if you are interested in bird watching you can explore woodland patches or gallery forest along the river where we’ll hope to find a variety of species. A feature bird for the area is the Agami Heron. An evening walk along the airstrip offers seven species of nightjar and among the grasslands the Double-striped Thick-knees.  Overnight at Karanambu Lodge. BLD

 Day 12

In the event you did not see a giant anteater the previous morning, there is time to travel out to search the savannah again.  Or you can take a hike around the Honey Ponds.  The Honey Pond trail is about three miles long and loops around three ponds or lakes. The third one is the largest and by far the most scenic. The pond is covered in giant Victoria amazonica water lilies, the largest in the world. Birds and other wildlife such as giant River Otters are often seen and caiman prowl in between the lily pads. Most of the trail is under Riparian forest which has a unique flora and fauna. Troops of monkeys are often seen in the trees especially inquisitive squirrel monkeys. There is also a Capuchin bird lek along the trail and their sound will remind you of a cow calling.  The trail is also fairly flat and easy to walk. 

Return to the lodge for breakfast before departure.  

After breakfast, we say our goodbyes and transfer upriver by motorized boat to the nearby Amerindian village of Yupukari and Caiman House.  

At the edge of Yupukari Village in the Central Rupununi is Caiman House Field Station, a combination guest-lodge and education centre focused on research and conservation projects along the nearby Rupununi River. The Field Station is the hub of several participatory development projects, including the introduction of classroom libraries in all three village schools and an Internet-enabled public library. Visitors may have the opportunity to meet local craftspeople, including the furniture builders at Yupukari Crafters, a nonprofit venture to create village jobs and generate income to sustain educational development. 

Four modest but comfortable guest rooms are situated around a central lounge area in the lodge behind the research centre. Other rooms are available in the annex building, two with ensuite and one with a shared bathroom. Caiman House Field Station and the Guest House are powered 24 hours a day by a large solar array.  The entire station is served by limited wireless internet access.  

As a guest, you have the unique opportunity to support and participate in an ongoing field study of the Black Caiman (Melanosuchus niger), the largest member of the alligator family and an endangered species. You are invited to accompany the crew as they search for and capture Black Caiman on the river. Guests will observe the capture from a separate boat but will be offered the opportunity to assist in data collection. Caiman are weighed, measured, sexed and tagged before being released back into the river.  The research has already discovered interesting information on caiman’s nests and diet. Overnight at Caiman House. BLD

Day 13

In the afternoon we will drive across the savannah grasslands to a wetland area/ oxbow lake in search of Sharp-tailed Ibis, Brazilian Teal and Maguari Stork. Other birds we hope to find on this excursion include Least Grebe, Cocoi Heron, Rufescent Tiger-Heron, Wood Stork, White-faced Whistling-Duck, Muscovy Duck, Glittering-throated Emerald, Green-tailed Jacamar, Brown-chested Martin and Red-breasted Blackbird.

 Vehicle transfer from Caiman House to Waikin Ranch.

 Lunch at Waikin Ranch. Located in the Rupununi Savannahs, only half an hour’s drive from Lethem is Waikin Ranch. Here you can experience life on a working ranch with activities including horseback riding, fishing, farm to table meals, bird watching etc. 

Transfer to the airstrip for our scheduled flight to Eugene F. Correia International Airport. 

Pickup and transfer from Eugene F. Correia International Airport to Georgetown.

 Later in the evening pickup at your Hotel and transfer to a local restaurant.

 "Aagman’s" name is derived from India's ancient Sanskrit script, which means "ARRIVAL" or "BEGINNING". This restaurant was a start-up by budding entrepreneurs Dr Raj Rishi Meena and Mrs. Neha Asthana Meena, who was inspired and fascinated by Guyanese people and culture. They intended to start the restaurant on 5th of May to commemorate the "Arrival Day”, but finally Aagman Restaurant let its gates open on 26th May 2013 -Guyana’s Independence Day.

 Aagman Restaurant is fully air-conditioned with a well-stocked bar and can comfortably seat 93 guests. The seating has been categorized into General, VIP and a one of a kind "Kohinoor Lounge".  

The Aagman food philosophy is driven by a desire to present eclectic and expansive Indian repertoire, bursting with flavours and originality, as a multi-sensory dining experience, offering an epicurean Mughlai Cuisine from the imperial kitchens of India. Enjoy the authentic flavours of creations achieved through the use of the finest ingredients and cooking techniques, in elegant surroundings. 

Overnight at Cara Lodge. BLD (Check in time 1400hrs, Check out time 1200hrs midday)

 Day 14

This morning we make an early start to have breakfast at one of the local stands with our host, guide and culinary master, Chef Delven Adams who will guide us around Bourda Market, the largest of the four markets in Georgetown. We will start our tour at the Guyana Shop which has all the local products produced and packaged in Guyana, before heading over to the market where we will meet some of the vendors who Chef buys from daily.  

We will visit the fish market, the meat section and the haberdashery section - where one can find anything you can think of from thread to bolts of all kinds of fabric. Dry goods like rice and of course demerara sugar are abundant. A stop at the bush medicine stalls is always educational. Heading outside you can see, touch and taste a variety of local fruits and vegetables unique in this part of the world. The chef will make his purchases with your suggestions of what you would like to try and will then head home to start preparing while we continue on a tour of the city of Georgetown with an experienced guide who will give you the history, rumour and facts on Georgetown and its citizens.  

During your visit to Georgetown, there are a number of interesting sights that should not be missed such as Stabroek Market - once described as a “bizarre bazaar, and St. George’s Cathedral which is one of the world’s tallest free-standing wooden buildings. Other historic buildings along this promenade are the Public Library, City Hall, the Victoria Law Courts and St. Andrews Kirk. Visit the National Museum, which contains a broad selection of our animal life portrayed in taxidermy in beautiful old glass cases, and the Walter Roth Museum of Anthropology, which houses a wonderful collection of artefacts and explains the Amerindian history and lifestyle.   

After our city tour, we will go to the Backyard Café for lunch. This, as the name suggests, is a backyard that Chef has turned into an exclusive little hidden gem of a restaurant. You can sit under the arbour and sip unique blends of juice or enjoy a cold beer while taking in the sounds and smells of a delicious meal in the making. Once he is ready, we will start eating our way through the courses, remember to pace yourself as you will want to try it all.   

 After lunch, we will visit the Botanical Gardens, home to an extensive collection of tropical flora, and the Zoo which has become a wildlife rescue and rehabilitation centre that houses over one hundred different species of tropical wildlife.  We will also pay a visit to a pond either in the gardens or the National Park, to feed the endangered West Indian Manatees.     

This afternoon we will take a drive through the heart of the city to the Stabroek Market area. Here we will join the afternoon commuters using the old ferry stelling to board the river taxis which are used to cross the Demerara River. The river taxis are an alternative route to using the Demerara Harbour Bridge.   

As we slowly cruise along the bank of the Demerara River your guide will give a brief history of the famous buildings along the waterfront.  We then continue our trip to see the Demerara Harbour Bridge, once the longest floating bridge in the world at a total length of 1,851m long. We will cross under the bridge and tie up our boat near a mangrove that is the nightly roost for a variety of birds. As the sun sets over the river, we will have a cold drink and some snacks (or cutters as we call them here in Guyana) as we enjoy flocks of brilliant Scarlet Ibis and three kinds of Egrets as they fly across the sky and settle into the mangroves for the evening.

 Soon after the sun sets, we return to the ferry stelling while enjoying the city and ship lights from the river. Overnight at Cara Lodge. BL                 

 Day 15

Before dawn, we will depart your hotel and travel eastward from Georgetown along the Atlantic coast to the Mahaica River. Here you will be joined by your guide before we continue to the river landing.  

The narrow winding road to the landing runs parallel to the river and takes us through an area that has been mainly used for the cultivation of rice and other crops. Fortunately for us, the area along the river has been well preserved and provides an excellent riverfront ecosystem inhabited by flocks of egrets, herons, ibis, various marsh tyrants, and Guyana’s national bird, the Hoatzin. Howler also visit these riverside trees on a regular basis. 

Upon arrival at the river landing, you will have a bathroom break or enjoy a cup of coffee or tea before heading out onto the river. This is the lifeline of the community and is one of the main sources of transportation, food, recreation and fresh water to irrigate the fields. 

The river offers a rare chance to see the range-restricted Blood-colored Woodpecker which has been badly affected by habitat loss in the ‘Guianas' coastal region. This woodpecker is only known to live along a narrow coastal strip which runs eastward for just a few hundred miles from Guyana. Along the way, we will also look for the poorly-known White-bellied and White-barred Piculet as well as Spotted Tody-Flycatcher, Northern Scrub Flycatcher, and the threatened Great-Billed Seed-Finch. 

This river is one of the best places to spot Guyana's national bird, the Hoatzin (Opisthocomus Hoatzin), also known as the Stinkbird, or “Canje Pheasant". This odd bird is an unusual species of tropical bird found in swamps, riverine forest and mangrove between the Amazon and the Orinoco delta in South America. The Hoatzin is herbivorous; it eats leaves and fruit and has an unusual digestive system with an enlarged crop which functions as a rumen. It also produces a horrible smell to scare away potential predators, hence one of its local names. 

After birding, we will return to the home of our boatman, Ramesh, where we will have breakfast before returning to Georgetown.  

Our drive back to Georgetown offers excellent spotting opportunities for shore birds. Some species include Scarlet Ibis, Black Skimmer, Brown Pelican and the Magnificent Frigate bird. Black-crowned and Yellow-crowned Night-herons, Little Blue Herons, Cattle and Snowy Egrets, Snail Kites and the mangrove endemic Rufous Crab Hawk. This species is listed as near threatened due to the severe deforestation of its mangrove habitat both by nature and commercial development. The replanting of the mangroves project along the coast has seen an increase in the numbers of this beautiful Hawk.    

 1500 hrs pick up and transfer to the extensive Georgetown Botanical Gardens, this time to look for birds. If we are lucky, we will have views of the Blood-colored Woodpecker. This colourful Veniliornis is found only in the Guianas and even there almost wholly limited to the narrow coastal plain. The gardens host Snail Kite, Gray Hawk, Pearl Kite, Carib Grackle, Red-bellied and Red-shouldered Macaws and the rare festive parrots. We will walk on trails in the back of the gardens and may see Yellow-chinned Spinetail, Black-crested Antshrike, Silver-beaked Tanager, Buff-breasted Wren, Golden-spangled Piculet and Ashy-headed Greenlet. You may even want to take a break from birding to feed some manatees in one of the nearby ponds.

 Return to your hotel.  

Daylet room to share at Cara Lodge.  Enjoy dinner in the beautiful ambience of the Bottle Restaurant and enjoy the true tranquillity along with good food and excellent service.   

Later in the evening pickup and transfer to Cheddi Jagan International Airport for your departing flight. BLD

TOTAL DISCOUNTED RACK RATE FOR ADVENTURES FOR ALASKANS (Per Person, double occupancy)

Rate p/p* US $:             $6,570.00   * This price applies in Double or Twin Room

Single Supplement US $: 575.00 more

Rate Includes:         

-          airport transfers

-          double or twin accommodation

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2023

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