Guyana - Land of many waters

The BBC’s new wildlife series, Lost Land of the Jaguar starting later this month, brings an international team of scientists, climbers and film-makers to the Guyanese rainforest in search of elusive wildlife including Jaguar and Giant River Otter.

Journey through breathtaking rainforest in search of rare mammals and colourful birdlife, swim under cascading waterfalls, travel in dug-out canoes and meet Amerindian communities during Trips Worldwide’s off-the-beaten-track, 14–day Guyana Nature Experience.

Locally named ‘The Land of Many Waters’ Guyana has few roads, so small plane or riverboat is the only way to access most of the country – of which 80% is covered by virgin rainforest. From Georgetown, transfer to Cara Lodge for an initial 2-nights. Enjoy a day trip to Kaieteur Falls - five times the height of Niagara Falls, and enjoy a natural Jacuzzi at Orinduik Falls - made from solid jasper. Transfer by plane over rainforest, and boat along Essequibo River, to Iwokrama Field Station.

Search for elusive Jaguar in Iwokrama forest, an area rapidly gaining international repute for increasing populations of the world’s third-largest feline. Journey to Turtle Mountain (360m) for breathtaking views over the forest canopy and visit Kurupukari Falls to see the Amerindian petroglyphs (dependent on the water level). View the forest from 35m up in the canopy at Iwokrama Canopy Walkway before continuing on to Surama where escorted walks allow for further explorations in the surrounding forest and opportunities to meet local people.

Take a dawn walk across the savannah and climb Surama Mountain where breakfast is enjoyed from a look out point offering incredible views across to the Pakaraima Mountains. Visit Karanambu Ranch, home of Diane McTurk, known for her work rehabilitating orphaned Giant River Otters. Finally, return to Georgetown for a tour of the city's sights including St. George’s Cathedral, the famous Stabroek Market and the National Museum, before homeward flights.

The holiday costs from £2,995 p/p including flights, transfers, accommodation, some meals and activities as per itinerary.

For more information, log on to Tripsworldwide.co.uk.