Guyana

The only comprehensive guidebook to this South American gem.

Guyana is a destination on the rise—justifiably described by the tourist board as "South America Undiscovered." This thoroughly researched third edition has been updated to include the latest developments, from spotting harpy eagles at Warapoka to new culinary experiences, local tour operators, 4x4 self-drive options, and newly opened hotels. Written and updated by writers who have lived in and promoted Guyana for many years, this guide is ideal for all travellers, from wildlife watchers and fishermen to anthropologists, conservationists, and voluntourists.

Truly off the beaten track, Guyana is one of the most fascinating and least-known countries in the Americas—and the only English-speaking country in South America. Its crowning jewel is the breathtaking Kaieteur Falls, nearly five times the height of Niagara and the world's tallest single-drop waterfall. The capital, Georgetown, is a curious melting-pot of quaint Dutch and British colonial architecture, steel drums, boisterous nightlife, world-class rum, cricket, and tropical sea breezes. Beyond the coast lies the lush interior, bursting with exotic wildlife including monkeys, black caiman, harpy eagles, giant anteaters, otters, and jaguars.

With Bradt's Guyana, discover where to stay in community lodges and experience the rainforest through the eyes of Amerindian guides, where to watch turtles nesting on pristine beaches, how to explore the moody Essequibo river (the largest waterway between the Orinoco and the Amazon), and how to visit the million-acre Iwokrama rainforest reserve for the ultimate authentic wildlife experience. This is the essential guide to planning an expedition into densely forested terrain, often accessible only by boat or small aircraft, before unwinding in a hammock at one of Guyana's tropical waterfront resorts.