Guyana

This new third edition of Bradt's Guyana remains the only guidebook available to this South American gem, a jungle-clad country teeming with exotic wildlife. Thoroughly researched, easy to use and interesting to read, Bradt s Guyana is written and updated by writers who have lived in and promoted Guyana for many years and is an ideal companion for all travellers, from wildlife watchers to fishermen, anthropologists to conservationists and `voluntourists . Guyana is a destination on the rise, described justifiably by the tourist board as `South America Undiscovered . This new edition of Bradt s Guyana has been updated to include all the latest developments, ranging from how to see harpy eagles at Warapoka to new culinary experiences, local tour operators, 4x4 self-drive and new hotels. Truly off the beaten track, Guyana is one of the most fascinating and least-known countries in the Americas. It is also the only English-speaking country in South America. The jewel in its crown is the mouth-droppingly beautiful Kaieteur Falls, which is nearly five times the height of Niagara and the world s tallest single-drop waterfall. Culturally Caribbean, its capital Georgetown is a curious melting-pot of quaint Dutch and British colonial architecture, steel drums, boisterous nightlife, rum shops with world-class rum, cricket and tropical sea breezes. It is also the gateway to the lush interior which is full to the brim with fascinating flora and fauna including monkeys, black caiman, harpy eagles, giant anteaters, otters and the mighty jaguar. With Bradt s Guyana, discover all of this, plus where to stay in community lodges and see the rainforest through the eyes of Amerindian guides, where to watch turtles nesting on the beach, how to explore the moody Essequibo river (the largest between the Orinoco and the Amazon), and how to visit the million-acre rainforest reserve of Iwokrama for the ultimate authentic wildlife experience. This third edition of Bradt s Guyana is the key book to plan an expedition into its densely forested lush interior, often accessible only by boat or small aircraft, before taking some `time to lime in a hammock in one of its tropical waterfront resorts.

Introduction 

PART ONE GENERAL INFORMATION 

Chapter 1 Background Information 

Geography, Climate, History, Government, Politics, Economy, People, Language, Religion, Education, Culture, Festivals, Sport

Chapter 2 Natural History

Flora, Mammals, Reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates, Birds, Marine life

Chapter 3 Practical Information

When to visit, Highlights, Suggested itineraries, Tour operators, Tourist information, Red tape, Embassies and consulates, Getting there and away, Health, Safety, Women travellers, LGBT travellers, Travellers with a disability, Travelling with children, What to take, Money, Getting around, Accommodation, Eating and drinking, Public holidays, Shopping, Arts and entertainment, Media and communications, Business hours, Travelling positively

PART TWO THE GUIDE

Chapter 4 Georgetown 

History, Getting there and away, Orientation, Getting around, Where to stay, Where to eat and drink, Entertainment and nightlife, Shopping, Other practicalities, What to see and do

Chapter 5 Around Georgetown

South of Georgetown, Demerara: west bank, Demerara: east bank, Demerara: west coast, Demerara: east coast

Chapter 6 Berbice

History, Getting there and away, New Amsterdam, Corriverton, Corentyne River

Chapter 7 Lower Essequibo, Cuyuni and Mazaruni Rivers

Essequibo River, Parika, Bartica, Essequibo River: east bank, Essequibo River: west bank, Mazaruni River, Cuyuni River, Essequibo, Mazaruni and Cuyuni river highlights

Chapter 8 Essequibo and the Northwest

Essequibo, Th e Northwest

Chapter 9 Central Rainforests

Getting there and away, Linden, Rockstone, Morakabai, Pakaraima Mountains, Kaieteur National Park and Kaieteur Falls, Orinduik Falls, Iwokrama, Paraiba Lodge

Chapter 10 The Rupununi

Biodiversity, People, Tourism, The North Rupununi, Lethem, South Rupununi

Appendix

Further Information

Index