Itinerary
Day 1 Sunday:
Upon arrival, privately
met and transfer to hotel for
overnight. In the evening, you will be transferred to Bucco Reef where
you will enjoy steel pan entertainment, dancing and great cuisine under
the stars!
Day 2:
Monday:
Tobago Island tour (2 1/2 hours) -This tour virtually takes us on a
scenic drive around the island. We venture along the Leeward side of
the island through Plymouth and Arnos Vale. The tour
continues
through Moriah where fork tales and superstition still hold their own.
The beautiful blue waters of the Caribbean Sea at Englishman’s Bay and
Parlatuvier provide the backdrop for ideal photo opportunities.
Afterwards, a sightseeing tour of Scarborough, including the fort,
Shopping District and Botanical Gardens. Continue along west coast to
Store Bay via Plymouth and Mt. Irvine Resort and Golf Course area and
along gorgeous palm studded beaches. Return to your hotel for
overnight. (B)
Day
3 Tuesday:
Tobago Diving -Tobago is a haven for scuba
diving. Enjoy a scenic drive up the East Coast to the
picturesque
village of Speyside. You will be taken by boat to some of the prime
diving spots. Explore this magnificent underwater world, searching for
lost treasure or sunken ships. Your tour includes two dives. A
delightful lunch and a drink area are also included. (B)(L)
Day
4 Wednesday:
Snorkeling -Pick up at 10:00 am from your hotel and
transfer to Pigeon Point Beach Resort where you will join the crew for
an exciting snorkeling trip to Bucco Reef. Here, you will enjoy a full
day of swimming and snorkeling at Bucco Reef and the Nylon pool. First,
you will swim in the waist deep water of Bucco Reef where you’ll also
find multi coloured fishes, and fantastic coral gardens. Then, continue
to Nylon pool, which is shallow and allows for swimming. The tour ends
at 3:30 p.m. Transfer to hotel. (B)
Day
5 Thursday:
Relax. (B) Visit magnificent waterfalls; the Silver and
Gold waterfalls are exquisite. Return to hotel for overnight.
Day
6 Friday :
Rainforest tour -Enjoy an early morning rainforest
walk, look forward to a picnic breakfast, then snorkel it off at Angel
Reef in Speyside, relax over lunch at the Tree House, then end the day
with a drive into Charlotteville and a visit to the Argyle waterfalls.
Spend the day hiking on the rain-forest tour. Enjoy the flora and fauna
of Tobago, and some magnificent sights as well. Climb to Pigeon Peak,
the highest point of Tobago. Visit magnificent waterfalls, the Silver
and Gold waterfalls are exquisite. Return to hotel for overnight. BL
Day
7 Saturday:
Morning relax –then fly to Trinidad & Port of Spain
-Transfer from your hotel to the airport foor your flight to Trinidad
(FLT time: 11:30 am). Upon arrival in POS you will be transferred to
Kapok Hotel for overnight. B
Day
8 Sunday: Chagaramas/ Gapsree Island/ Caroni Swamp -
8:00 am Pick up
to begin your tour. This morning you will depart at from your hotel,
and drive to Chagaramas for a tour of the surrounding areas of
Chagaramas, and of Gapsree Island. Lunch at Crews Inn. At
2:30
p.m you will be transferred to Caroni Swamp for a bird watching
experience. The Caroni Swamp is a wild life reserve in Central
Trinidad. It is home for a diverse range of animals. From our little
river launch, you can view anteaters, caymans, snakes, cranes, or one
of the many migratory birds. The highlight of this tour is our National
Bird, the Scarlet Ibis. This swamp is one of a few places it makes its
home. Late return to hotel for overnight. BLD
Day
9 Monday: Covigne River Trail & Kayaking in Williams’
Bay
-
8:00 am departure from hotel to the Covigne River trail. On this tour
you will hike up a branch of the Cuesa River, where the trail takes you
through cocoa, coffee and nutmeg plantations, a twisting gorge, and up
a waterfall too cool green pool where you can bathe. Afterwards, you
will enjoy a Kayaking experience at Williams bay, before returning to
your hotel. BLD
Day
10 Tuesday: Island Tour / Transfer to Asa Wright -
Our tour provides
an opportunity to experience the pulse of Trinidad, as we drive through
the bustling city of Port of Spain. Here you will find numerous art
galleries, restaurants, souvenir shops, and a whole lot of commerce. We
find ourselves in Old Abercrombie Street, passing Red House and
continuing to the Hall of justice, Trinity Cathedral, Woolford Square,
Queen Park Savannahs, Royal Cottage, White Hall, the Magnificent Seven,
Botanical Gardens, and more… We’ll visit the birthplace of Steelpan and
Mas Camp (costume design). Late evening transfer to Asa Wright center.
BLD
Day
11-13 Wednesday - Friday: Asa Wright
Centre-
The
center lies 1200 feet up on the Northern Range, an old estate house
that has become a conservation and study center for naturalists and
bird watchers. There are 2300 flowering plants, 108 mammals, 460 birds,
55 reptiles, 25 amphibians and more than 630 butterflies and different
species. There are guided walks along nature trails at 10: am and 1:30
p.m. You will enjoy a tour of the grounds at Asa Wright center. BLD
Day 13 Friday: Nariva Swamp in the South East/ then to Mt.
Plaisir-
We depart at 9:00 am from our hotel to visit the Nivara Swamp -
the largest internationally recognized wetland in the Caribbean. This
protected area is approx. 3840 acres or 1554 hectares. Inside and on
the funges of the wetland is the peninsula known as the “Bush Bush
Sanctuary”. This is where we will be heading from your Limeland Base.
The wetland flora and fauna are unique and beautiful and is the best
place in Trinidad and Tobago to view the Red-Bellied Macaw darting from
the palm treetops. The comical, almost clock-work flight of the
yellow-headed parrots and their chatters are guaranteed to be seen and
heard. The Manatee lives here also. Upon arrival we will walk a short
distance through the trail to safely view the Red Howler
Monkeys. We may also be lucky to see the white
fronted
Weeping Capuchin monkey. Tropical butterflies, large apple snails and
local medicinal plants are to be admired within this special place.
Blue and Yellow macaws, Amazonian parrots, raptors, kingfishers,
whistling ducks, hummingbirds, limpkins, vultures, red-breasted
blackbirds…in fact 34 families representing 171 bird species in all.
Late afternoon transfer to Grande Riverie and overnight at Mt. Plaisir.
BLD
Day 14: Saturday: Search for PIGING GUAN and Shark river tour /Mt.
Plaisir -Early morning walk will take you in search of the Piging Guan
and to Shark River. Rest of the afternoon is free to relax.
BLD
Day 15: Sunday- Fly to Georgetown. On arrival you will be met and
transferred to your hotel, located in the center of the Capital
Georgetown. B
Day 16: Monday - Karanambu Ranch: - After breakfast, this morning you
will be transferred for your flight to Karanambu Ranch. Karanambu is
one of Guyana 's leading eco tourism destinations, popular because of
the well-publicized interest of its owner, Diane McTurk, in conserving
the endangered giant river otter. Located in the Rupununi, Karanambu
offers that sense of serenity and is a home away from home. The
facilities of the lodge are rustic but comfortable. A typical
Amerindian dwelling, being built from burnt bricks and thatched roof.
Visitors are welcomed to sample the outdoor activities such as: bird
watching, canoeing, caiman spotting and wildlife viewing. Even a swim
with the 'Diane's otters' can give a sense of pure satisfaction.
Birdlife is rich and varied; both on the savannah and more
along
the rivers and ponds. On our guided tours we will most likely see the
big birds- Jabiru stork, the Great Egret, the Agami
Heron and
the Great Blue Heron- as well as different species
of
Kingfishers. As we move into the ponds we see the Green Ibis,
Snowy Egrets, Boatbill heron, the Purple Gallinule and the Wattled
Jacana both stepping on the large Victoria Amazonian lilies.
Overnight at Karanambu. BLD
Day 17: Tuesday -Karanambu Around the scrub bordering the river we may
see the Great and the Lesser Ani (the local old witch). Other
birds include the Red Cap Cardinal, the Pale Vented
Pigeon, Fork-tailed Flycatcher, Quail running quickly
in and
out of the trail, The Southern Lapwing, Savannah Hawk . Overnight at
Karanambu Ranch. BLD
Day 18: Wednesday: Karanambu Ranch to Rock View -Transfer by
boat
and 4X4 vehicle to Rock View Lodge. Upon arrival at Rock View Lodge you
will be given a warm welcome before settling down in your
accommodation. In the afternoon, you will be introduced to the
surroundings at Rock View. BLD
Day 19: Thursday: Rock View to Surama / Burro Burro-Rise
before
dawn for a drive to Surama Village. On Arrival in Surama receive a
welcome from the village counselor and settle into your accommodation.
A local guide will escort you for a short walk on trails to observe the
forest and bird life. As the afternoon cools your guide will take you
on a tour of the village. Visit the local school, medical center and
church along with some of the village houses. Tonight enjoy an
educational walk to observe wildlife and experience the mystique of the
forest after dark. Overnight at Surama Eco Lodge. LD
Day 20: Friday: Surama Mountian climb &
Burro Burro
river- Rise before dawn for a walk across the savannah and then climb
up Surama Mountian in cool morning air. This is the best time to
observe bird life along the trail. Breakfast will be served at a look
out point, which affords incredible views across the village and
savannah to the Pakaraima Mountains. Return to the Village for lunch
and then in the cool of the afternoon take a three-mile walk across the
savannah and through the rainforest to the Burro Burro River to observe
Gianat Otters, Tapir, Tira, Spider Monkeys and many more species.
Return to village for sunset and to overnight at Surama Eco- Lodge. BLD
Day
21: Saturday Surama/ Iwokrama -After breakfast, transfer by 4X4 to the
Canopy Walkway for a spectacular and exhilarating experience of the
tropical rainforest canopy. Observe the wildlife and birdlife from 35m
up in the trees. The walkway is the only of its kind in the Guiana
Shield. You will also trasfer along the trail of the elusive jaguar,
and might come up lucky! Afterwards, you will be transferred to the
field station, and relax for a few hours, before embarking on your tour
of Fair View village, an Amerindian community located within
the
grounds of the Reserve. Learn about their traditional way of life.
Transfer to the Field station for overnight. In the evening, you will
depart the field station for a short boat ride along the Essequibo
River to spot caiman and other nocturnal wildlife. BLD
Day 22: Sunday Iwokrama/ Jagaur Spotting/ Hike up turtle mountain: At
dawn, we will transfer you along the road (trail) with the hope of
spotting the elusive jaguar, which is often spotted crossing the road.
Afterwards, you will travel by boat for half an hour to the foot of
Turtle Mountain then commence a leisurely stroll up the mountain to its
summit at 953ft (approx. 106m). This mildly challenging stroll takes
about 1 to 1 1/2hr. to walk up the mountain, but the effort is more
than worth it for the breathtaking views over the forest canopy when
you get up there. Late return to field Station for overnight. BLD
Day 23: Monday: Iwokrama/ Georgetown – Fly to Georgetown and transfer
to your hotel for overnight. BL
Day 24: Tuesday: Georgetown City tour -Morning city tour of
Georgetown. Most of the buildings in the city are wooden with unique
architecture dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries. The main
street in Georgetown provides several excellent examples of old
colonial homes, a prime example of which is the State House, built in
1852.The most famous building is which is one of the world's tallest
freestanding wooden buildings and was consecrated on 1892. At the
beginning of the Avenue of the Republic stands the Public Library
housed in the Carnegie Building. Other historic buildings along this
promenade are the Town Hall, a splendid example of Gothic architecture,
and further along are the Victoria Law Courts and St. Andrews Kirk. St.
Andrew's is the oldest surviving structure of any church in
Guyana. Then continue to the Demerara Harbour Bridge. The
Demerara Harbour Bridge is the longest floating bridge in the world and
connects the east and west banks of the Demerara River. BL
Day 25-28: Wednesday –Saturday Essequibo River tour & Marshall
Falls. Island resort-Travel by car to the town of Parika crossing the
longest floating bridge in the world – the Demerara Harbour Bridge. On
arrival join a boat, which takes you to the OLD DUTCH FORT - Fort
Island - which is approximately 16 km from the mouth of the mighty
Essequibo River. On this island are
two structures: Fort Zeelandia
(constructed in
1744) and the Court
of Policy or
Dutch Church. During the period of Dutch occupation the Fort and the
Court of Policy were part of a large urban
settlement
that extended along the northeastern section of the
island.
This was the seat of the Dutch administration in
the colony
of Essequibo. With a history dating back to 1745, the plantation era,
this Island housed the seat of Dutch Colonial Government . A fort was
established for the security of the colony of Demerara.
Next day you will boat down Mazaruni River, and ride along rapids into
Marshall Falls. A short hike to Whitewater Falls where a picnic lunch
will be served under the forest canopy. See Kyk-over-al, the oldest
fort in Guyana which was originally named Fort ter Hoogen
after an
Influential Dutch gentleman but was later changed to
Kyk-over-al," as a result of its strategic location that allowed for
the view over the Essequibo River and its tributaries. On the
third day you will spend some time discovering the mining town
of
Bartica before visiting the Amerindian village of Foul mouth. Fourth
day is free to relax, swim or lie in a hammock. BLD
Day 29: Sunday – Kaieteur Falls tour-Depart the island resort for your
tour of Kaiateur Falls
Day 30: Monday – Departure-Pick up from Hotel and transfer to the
airport for your flight to Tobago.
Price: Email us.
Your Travel Value Includes
- Private round –trip
transfers between airport and hotels, including baggage handling at
airport.
- Choice of hotels in double-
bedded rooms with private bath and shower.
- 30 breakfasts (B), 22
lunches (L) 10 dinners (D)
- Services of an
English-speaking local host in all destinations.
- Sightseeing program in
Guyana with local guides including admission charges where applicable:
Georgetown city tour, Kaieteur Falls;
Tours at Iwokrama, Surama, Karanambu
- Hotel taxes and service
charges
Sightseeing
program and activities described in Trinidad and Tobago (T&T
island
tours: Caroni Swamp, Nivara Swamp, Gasparee Island & Covigne
River
Trail, Bucco reef, snorkeling, diving, rainforest hike, bird watching,
steel pan entertainment, etc).
- Return flights
(Trinidad/Tobago/Guyana).
- Return Flights in Guyana
(Geo- Karanambu- Iwokrama- Geo, Kaieteur Falls)
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