$125.00
Per Person
Essequibo River Tour
Overview
The tour departs from Georgetown, crosses the Demerara Harbor Bridge to Roed-en-Rust, and then takes a boat to explore the Essequibo River. The itinerary includes visiting Fort Island, Sloth Island for lunch, Bartica, Baracara Falls, and Fort Kyk-over-al. The tour ends with a transfer back to Georgetown at dusk.
Trip Highlights
- Cross one of the longest floating bridges.
Visit some of the Dutch Forts in the Essequibo River.
Enjoy lunch at Sloth Island.
Visit the mining town of Bartica.
- Have a refreshing dip at the Baracara Falls.
Itienerary
07:00AM :
Departure from Georgetown
Depart Georgetown and travel across the Demerara Harbor Bridge to Roden Rust where you will board a boat to begin your adventure on the Essequibo River.
Arrive at :
The Essequibo River
The Essequibo River is full of history and culture. It is named after Juan Esquivel, who traveled to America in 1498. The river has 365 islands, some of them unexplored- the most famous one being Fort Island which will be your first stop. Many riverside resorts, including Sloth Island, where you will be having lunch, and Baganara Island Resort, are along the Essequibo River. You will also pay a visit to the small mining town of Bartica and Baracara Falls is the perfect place to get a much-needed massage. Fort Kyk-over-al, a 400-year-old ruin, is the oldest fort established in former Dutch territory.
06:30PM to 07:00PM :
Return to Georgetown
Return at dusk to Roden Rust for transfer back to Georgetown.
Inclusions
Included
- Road and boat transfer as mentioned
- Water, juice and lunch
- Activities as described
- Local guides
- VAT
Not Included
- Alcoholic beverages
TOUR INFORMATION
Minimum Number of People
16
Maximum Number of People
25(Larger groups can be accommodated upon request)
Fitness
Moderate
Tour Type
Adventure
Difficulty
3 – on a scale from 1-10
Transportation
Road and Boat transfers as mentioned.
Here’s what you can bring along.
- Light, comfortable clothing & Swimwear (Change of clothing is highly recommended)
- Comfortable footwear (Hiking Sandals, Flip-Flops or Sneakers)
- Camera
- Umbrella/hat, towel & Sunscreen lotion.
- Extra snacks for morning/afternoon
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