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Kanuku Mountains Protected Area
📍 Lethem
🏔 Scenic ViewA majestic mountain range offering guided nature hikes and the chance to spot rare wildlife like the Harpy Eagle in a protected wilderness.
Surama Village Eco-Tourism
📍 Annai
🧗 AdventureA community-led outdoor activity center offering guided rainforest treks, mountain climbing, and canoe trips through the Burro Burro River.
Takutu River Bridge
📍 Lethem
🏛 LandmarkThis iconic international bridge is famous for its unique lane-switching design that transitions traffic between Guyana's left-hand drive and Brazil's right-hand drive systems.
Dadanawa Ranch
📍 Lethem
🐄 FarmOne of Guyana's largest and most historic working cattle ranches (once the largest in the world), offering an authentic vaquero cowboy experience and wildlife viewing in the deep south savannah.
Linden-Lethem Road (Savannah Section)
📍 Annai
🚗 Road TripApproximately 125km (Region 9 portion), 3-5 hours, laterite/gravel surface (4WD recommended). This iconic segment of Guyana's main interior artery travels from the edge of the Iwokrama Rainforest into the vast North Rupununi wetlands, offering panoramic views of the Pakaraima Mountains and sightings of giant anteaters.
Moco Moco Falls and Mountain Trail
📍 Lethem
🥾 Hiking & Cycling7km moderate to challenging hike following a series of concrete steps (the '999 steps') and forest paths leading into the Kanuku Mountains. Elevation gain is roughly 450m. The trail leads to a viewpoint overlooking the Brazilian border and the savannah. Duration is 4-5 hours. Equipment and guides can be arranged through Moco Moco Village office.
North Rupununi Wetlands
📍 Annai
🏔 Scenic ViewA vast and beautiful ecosystem where families can take boat tours to see giant water lilies and exotic river wildlife.
Lethem to Annai Savannah Cycle Route
📍 Lethem
🥾 Hiking & Cycling125km challenging gravel/dirt route across the open savannah. This multi-day cycling route follows the main trail connecting Lethem to the North Rupununi. Elevation is mostly flat but terrain is rugged and weather-dependent. Typical duration is 2-3 days. Bike rentals and support vehicles: Adventure Guianas (adventureguianas.com).
Makarapan Mountain Trek
📍 Annai
🥾 Hiking & Cycling14km challenging multi-day trek. Typically takes 2 days including an overnight camp on the mountain. The route ascends through dense rainforest to a plateau offering views of the North Rupununi Savannah and Essequibo River. Guided services are required via local communities or Adventure Guianas (adventureguianas.com).
Rewa Village
📍 Annai
🧗 AdventureAn indigenous-run activity hub focused on catch-and-release fishing for the giant Arapaima and wildlife expeditions into the North Rupununi wetlands.
Schomburgk’s Peak Trail
📍 Nappi Village
🥾 Hiking & Cycling18km expert-level multi-day trek into the heart of the Kanuku Mountains Protected Area. Elevation gain exceeds 1,000m. The trail is used for biodiversity research and high-adventure trekking. Requires 3-4 days to complete. Guides must be hired from Nappi or Maobi-Wau villages. Accessible via Lethem.
Shea Rock
📍 Shea Village
🏔 Scenic ViewA stunning geological landmark rising 676 feet above the South Rupununi savannah, offering a short hike easily managed by the average healthy person and panoramic views of the surrounding grasslands and mountain ranges.
South Rupununi Safari Route
📍 Lethem
🚗 Road TripApproximately 100-150km, multi-day itinerary, rugged dirt tracks (strictly 4WD). A famous touring route connecting Lethem to the remote ranches of Dadanawa and the village of Sand Creek. The drive features the dramatic granite peaks of the Kanuku Mountains and crosses seasonally flooded savannahs.
Waikin Ranch
📍 Lethem
🐄 FarmA sustainable farm-to-table ranch offering families a chance to experience cattle ranching, horseback riding, and fresh local produce in the savannah.
Annai Village and Bina Hill Institute
📍 Lethem
🏘 Town / VillageA central cultural hub of the North Rupununi featuring traditional architecture and an educational center dedicated to indigenous skills and sustainable development.
Kumu Falls
📍 Lethem
🏔 Scenic ViewA refreshing natural waterfall with swimming pools at the base of the mountains, perfect for a family day trip from Lethem.
Moco Moco Falls
📍 Lethem
🏔 Scenic ViewA scenic series of waterfalls and pools that are easily accessible for hiking and swimming in a peaceful mountain setting.
Panorama Trail
📍 Annai
🥾 Hiking & Cycling3.5km easy to moderate loop trail with an elevation gain of 150m. Located near Rock View Lodge, this well-maintained path takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. It offers 360-degree views of the Kanuku Mountains and the North Rupununi wetlands. Mountain bike rentals available at Rock View Lodge (rockviewlodge.com).