Annai Landing This Amerindian Village is in the foothills of the Pakaraima Mountains 420 kilometres south of Georgetown. There is plenty to do here with four- wheel drive explorations to the forest, savannah, mountains and Rupununi River on offer, as well as simply relaxing in a hammock, or maybe some horse- riding. Located near to Surama and the Iwokrama Rainforest Reserve, it is a worthwhile stop on any itinerary, and is home to howler monkeys, hummingbirds and a myriad of other wildlife, too. Rock View Lodge MID Rock View Lodge is a working ranch in the village, making a perfect base from which to explore. Guests are accommodated in eight well- furnished suites in two guesthouses. The lodge is surrounded by acres of lush gardens, which attract hummingbirds and other wildlife and at dawn you can often hear the howler monkeys calling nearby. Rupununi Rupununi is an area where working ranches have opened their doors to visitors, with cowboys still working the land in the age old way. It is a unique addition to a holiday for any visitor, with each lodge described below offering a different experience. It's also here that you can see many endangered species including black caiman, arapaima fi sh, harpy eagle and giant river otter. Excursions are by four- wheel drive, canoe, horse-back or on- foot. This is also a good place to see the world's largest water lily and Guyana's national fl ower, Victoria Amazonica. Karanambu Ranch MID This ranch is an eco- tourism resort well- known for its tranquillity, abundant wildlife and legendary hospitality. Guests are accommodated in six en- suite cabanas each with a veranda. The facilities here are comfortable but basic, with no hot water and limited availability of electricity. Diane McTurk, ranch owner, is well- known for her work in rehabilitating orphaned giant river otters to the wild, and there are good chances of seeing both orphaned and wild giant rivers otters from here, and helping her with her work. Caiman House MID Caiman House is upstream from Karanambu on the Rupununi River in the village of Yupukari. The accommodation at this ecological research station is rustic with electricity and running water. During your stay you will go out on night trips on the river. You may well see black caiman, as this river has South America's second largest population as well as tree boas and frogs. Dadanawa MID On the Rupununi River deep in the southern savannah, Dadanawa Ranch is the largest and most isolated ranch in Guyana, covering some 1,500 square kilometres. It is the perfect base for expeditions in search of harpy eagle in the rainforest, and Amerindian paintings and petroglyphs on the savannah. 166Talk to an expert 0845 130 6982

THE AMERICAS | GUYANA Or visit us on the web www. wildlifeworldwide. com167 ITINERARY Day 1 Depart UK for Georgetown and spend your fi rst night in Guyana's capital Day 2 Fly to Iwokrama for three nights at the Atta Rainforest Lodge, from where you will enjoy various birdwatching excursions and search for jaguar ( BLD) Day 5 Continue by road to the Amerindian community of Surama where you'll spend an exciting two nights looking for animals by river and sleeping in hammocks ( BLD) Day 7 A night relaxing at Rock View Lodge ( BLD) Day 8 A fantastic collection of wildlife viewing experiences at Karanambu Ranch, including dinner with Diane McTurk to learn about giant river otters ( BLD) Day 11 Spot harpy eagle, red howler monkeys, squirrel monkeys and brown capuchin from your base in the wilds further along the Rupununi River ( BLD) Day 13 Via Annai Landing and the Kaieteur Falls to Georgetown ( BLD - only breakfast and lunch included on day 14) Day 15 Depart Georgetown for the UK Day 16 Arrive UK GUYANA WILDLIFE JOURNEY Highlights . Sight the elusive jaguar . Travel with Dr Graham Watkins, executive director of the Charles Darwin Foundation . River journeys and trail walks to see myriad birdlife An adventurous wildlife journey through Guyana in the company of nature expert Dr Graham Watkins, chief executive director of the Charles Darwin Foundation, who's agreed to lead a tour especially for Wildlife Worldwide. During your expedition you'll learn all about Guyana's animal and birdlife under the specialist eye of Dr Watkins, with excursions designed for you to see the best that the country has to offer - from a canoe, on trails or high above the trees on a canopy walkway - visiting a range of exceptional areas we know offer excellent wildlife sightings. If you love wildlife - this is the trip for you! GROUP TOUR Departure dates 23 Mar - 07 Apr 2010 04 Jan - 19 Jan 2011 Flight inclusive cost per person From £ 4595 Land only cost per person From £ 3995 Single room supplement From £ 185 ( not available at all properties) What's included Flights ( fl ight inclusive package only), transfers, meals as indicated, eleven nights lodge/ ranch accommodation and two nights in a hammock Max. group size 8 Tour code WGGW Ask for our full tour dossier ROCK VIEW LODGE, ANAI LANDING Atlantic Ocean GEORGETOWN GUYANA SURINAME BRAZIL VENEZUELA KAIETEUR FALLS IWOKRAMA SURAMA REWA ECO- LODGE KARANAMBO, RUPUNUNI RIVER 167 16Arrive