Rupununi Extreme

This Rupununi Extreme Tour is a 4-day adrenaline-packed journey through Guyana’s breathtaking wilderness. Start with a scenic drive to Manari Ranch, where you’ll kayak along tranquil waters, hike to stunning viewpoints, and witness unforgettable sunsets. Challenge yourself with the Schomburgk Mountain hike, ascending 3500ft for panoramic views, wildlife encounters, and a refreshing jungle lunch. Immerse yourself in local culture at Toka Village, where you can try pottery-making and hike to a spectacular sunset. On the final day, experience the rural charm of Corral, with hands-on cattle activities and the thrill of anteater spotting. This all-inclusive tour offers transportation, meals, accommodations, and expert guides, promising an adventure that will leave you with lasting memories.

Cost Includes:

• Return transportation from Georgetown by road in modified buses
• All meals
• Accommodations
• Activities, guided tours and entrance fees.

What To Expect:

• Travel from Georgetown to the Rupununi by road and modified minibus. (All night travel by bus).
• Various levels of Hiking on different terrains.
• Sun, rain or humidity
• For the Schomburgk hike, hikers are available to carry your bags; pack light and take only the essentials (change of clothing, toiletries, phone and chargers and valuables), no toilets available (holes will be dug)
• Limited phone signal and access to electricity
• Indigenous style foods.

Tour Layout: Assembly Point; Cindy’s Bus Service at Regent and Oronoque Sts

    Day 1

• Kurupukari crossing (wait for crossing at 6am)
• Pakaraima Mountain Inn at 8:30am for Breakfast and short hike
• Arrive at Manari Ranch at 11:30am
• Lunch
• Relaxation, or swimming
• Kayaking and Sunset Walk
• Dinner
• Overnight At Manari Ranch

Day 2

• Depart Manari Ranch at 6am and have breakfast on the go
• Pass through Lethem and arrive at the foot of the Kanuku Mountains
• Briefing for Schomburgk 3500ft hike (very challenging)
• Begin hiking at 7am; stops for snacks, breaks, flora, fauna and
  wildlife observations.
• Arrive at base at 11:30am for Jungle lunch and relaxation
• Swim/bathe at the nearby waterfalls and continue hiking to the Mountain’s peak.
• Arrive at the peak for the sunset
• Set up camp for the night 
• Dinner and stargazing
• Bonfire and stories

Day 3

• Have breakfast at 7am and begin hike down the mountain
• Arrive at Kumu Falls at 12 noon for lunch and swimming/bath
• Depart for Toka Village at 2pm
• Siesta
• Pottery or Sunset Hike
• Dinner and Bonfire

Day 4

• Coffee at 5am and depart for Corral (possible anteater spotting)
• Engage in cattle activities, Milking cows, horse riding
• Return to lodge for breakfast and depart for Georgetown
• Lunch at Mabura Hill
• Arrive in Georgetown at 7pm

What To Take

• Light comfortable clothing or Dri-fit clothing and comfortable hiking sneakers, take slippers or water shoes.
• Sunscreen and bug spray, Swim wear, travel pillow, umbrella, hats
• Headsets, ear pods, power banks, music and movies on phones or other device.
• Long sleeve and long pants for hiking and overnight camping (its cold)
• Toiletries (toothpaste, toothbrush, soap, hairbrush, cosmetics, toilet paper), muscle rub. Straps for knees and ankles.
• Allergy medication or antihistamine, if needed. Or any other medication.
• Avoid taking or wearing jewellery, watches, as they can get lost in the waterfalls or while hiking.

Rules and Guidelines

• Always listen to the Tour Guide and do as advised for you safety and enjoyment of the Trip.
• Keep all valuables on you at all times.
• Persons 15 minutes late for the stipulated time for the tours will be left at the hotel.
• Always wear seat belts in vehicles.
• Do not rush in and out of vehicles, boats or planes; ascend or descend in an orderly manner; wait until the person in front of you is seated or disembarked then enter or exit.
• When in any Touring Guyana Vehicle, keep all arms, legs and belongings in the vehicle, until told to disembark.
• Notify the Tour Guide if you cannot swim.
• When in the rainforest; do not pick leaves, flowers, berries or plants, you maybe allergic.
• If you are feeling tired or unwell inform the Tour Guide.
• Do not litter, garbage bags are available, just ask the Guide.
• All safety guidelines are in effect.