Georgetown, Guyana's capital, is a graceful blend of old and new mixed cultures and a wonderful gateway to the natural splendors of the only English speaking country in South America. From the imposing wooden St. George's Cathedral to the awesome Kaieteur Falls which plunge 741 feet downward from the Pakaraima Plateau, Guyana is lush with opportunities for the tourist.
Beginning your trip in Georgetown, which lies below sea level and is protected by an intricate systems of canals and levees stemming from its Dutch heritage, you'll want to take a city tour of some of the tourist attractions such as Stabroek Market built entirely or iron, where you can find just about anything.
You might want to sample some delicacies from an East Indian market to pick up some Recipes from Guyana to savor once you're home again. Don't miss the Botanic Gardens started in 1878 where you'll be amazed by the huge collection of tropical flowers and the very large Victoria Regia Lily Guyana's national flower.
When you're ready to leave the seacoast for the interior you'll need the services of a tour company such as Primitive Rainforest Adventures which offer wildlife viewing ecotourism bird watching studying botany observing culture photography fishing and hiking adventures; or Whitewater River Tours who will take you down the Essequibo River to the Mazaruni River where you can take a seasonal ride through the whitewater rapids of Marshall Falls; or Wilderness Explorers who offer custom designed tours for the adventure seeker or the ecotourist.
Anyway you go you'll experience tropical rain forest, dense river systems and see some of the fantastic wildlife of the country.
No doubt you'll visit Iwokrama where the Iwokrama International Centre for Rain Forest Conservation and Development is demonstrating methods for conserving and sustainably utilizing tropical forest resources while you stay at either the Shanklands Rainforest Resort whose Essequibo River location provides the perfect spot for water sports bird watching and walks in the rain forest or at Timberhead Resort in one of the three lodges built by Amerindians from local wood with troolie thatched roofs.
Enjoy your visit to Guyana. If you've traveled there, please post a note on teh forum telling us of your experiences.
Note that it is pronounced GUY a na, not GOO a na.