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 Bradts 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 Bradts 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 worlds
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 Bradts 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 Bradts 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.
