5 Island and Town Hopping Tour with Lunch

161 Lamaha and Waterloo Streets - Where we hop on the air conditioned coach bus and head to the stelling in Parika where we will meet our boat. Takes about 60 mins to get to Parika.

FORT Island, formerly known as Flag Island, located some 16 kilometers from the mouth of the Essequibo River, was once the capital of the colonies of Essequibo and Demerara during the 16th and 17th centuries. the island bears an imprint of the Dutch in the form of two important structures – the Court of Policy and Fort Zeelandia. Take a walk through the Court of Policy, which was built in 1752, and learn more about this time in Guyana. This is the oldest non-military structure in Guyana and has donned many hats as a store, a church, court, and now a well-curated museum. A short walk away from here is Fort Zeelandia, an 18th century brick fort, which was one of the very first buildings constructed in the country. Though the fort is relatively small, it was vital as a defensive fortification.

Bartica, meaning ‘red earth’, lies at the confluence of the Essequibo, Cuyuni and Mazaruni Rivers and is popularly known as the gateway to the gold and diamond mining regions of Guyana. No wonder its main market street has entertainment hotspots in several pubs and shops for this bustling community.

Sloth Island Nature Resort is situated on 160 acres of pristine rainforest in the Essequibo River. Here you will stop to enjoy the views and maybe see some wildlife and rare birds. Also sit to enjoy buffet lunch. A must do before leaving the island is the canopy walk. This is one of the options for Lunch

The tranquility and beauty of the modern island-resort in Guyana, the Aruwai White H2O Resort. Located on the majestic Mazaruni River, the Aruwai Resort offers a rich array of experiences, activities and luxurious memories that you will cherish for a lifetime. It comprises of pool and fully stocked bar. This is one of your options for Lunch.

Fort Kyk-Over-Al was a Dutch fort in the colony of Essequibo, in what is now Guyana. It was constructed in 1616 at the intersection of the Essequibo, Cuyuni and Mazaruni rivers. It once served as the centre for the Dutch administration of the county, but now only ruins are left.

Here you will find the magnificent Baracara Falls where you can enjoy a swim and dip relaxing from a full day of adventures. Attractions on the Parika :
Demerara Harbour Bridge
Operates: We depart from our city center on a comfortable air-conditioned coach bus to hop on the boat to start your adventure, crossing our wonderful floating bridge Demerara Harbor Bridge to head to Parika is a port township located in the Essequibo Islands-West Demerara region of Guyana.