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by Michael Lovell
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Welcome to Guyana
Guyana is undoubtedly one of Earth’s
last great tropical regions and frontier.
Where else can you experience
untouched nature teeming with extraordinary
wildlife and captivating
birding experiences intertwined with
a vibrant cultural heritage and the unmistakable
warmth of Guyanese hospitality?
Located where the Atlantic
Ocean, Caribbean Sea, and Amazonia
meet, Guyana is the only country in
South America where English is the
official first language. Adding to its
allure, most of Guyana’s population resides
along its coastlands, leaving the
lush interior untouched and brimming
with opportunities for exploration.
Guyana boasts pristine landscapes
and authentic cultural experiences,
which lend to more socially distanced,
safe travel experiences that are ideal
for travel in a post-pandemic world. Its
unspoiled rainforests, countless waterfalls,
expansive open spaces, majestic
mountain ranges, and sprawling river
systems harbour an unparalleled richness
of biodiversity found nowhere
else on Earth. Referred to as “The Land
of the Giants,” Guyana is home to a remarkable
array of wildlife, including
jaguars, giant anteaters, giant otters,
black caimans, anacondas, and the
impressive arapaima. Furthermore,
with over 820 bird species, including
the awe-inspiring Harpy Eagle, vibrant
Sun Parakeet, striking Guianan Cockof-the-rock,
and the unique Hoatzin,
Guyana emerges as an excellent paradise
for bird enthusiasts.
Guyana is home to nine Indigenous
Peoples, each proud to share their rich
traditions and knowledge with visitors
who choose to stay at their community-led
and owned eco-lodges. By doing
so, they preserve their natural and
cultural heritage and generate economic
benefits for the entire community.
Travellers have the extraordinary
opportunity to embark on river trips,
nature hikes, sport fishing, wildlife
observation, and birding expeditions
led by Indigenous People, whose way
of life is rooted in their ancestral lands’
sustainable, long-term utilisation.
Among the Indigenous villages offering
these exceptional and secure cultural
experiences is Paruima Village,
Region 7, which the Guyana Tourism
Authority awarded tourism community
of the year in 2022.
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