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ESSEQUIBO AND MAZARUNI RIVER EXPEDTION
Side trip from Baganara Island Adventure boat trip on two of Guyana’s major rivers; The Essequibo to Bartica, the hub of the mining community in the north west of Guyana, the town is a hive of activity as the miners pass through o the way to their claims further in the interior. The township is located at the junction of the Essequibo and Mazaruni Rivers and most travel is done by boat. The stelling (wharf) and market are two colourful and exciting locations. At Bartica the pioneer atmosphere is still strong and it is often compared to a wild west town. Close by is Kyk-Over-Al ("See Over All") which was once the Dutch seat of government in the county of Essequibo. Now all that remains on this island are the ruins of the former stronghold which guarded the junction of the Mazaruni and Cuyuni Rivers. Further on up the Mazaruni River we reach the wild Marshall Falls, with its own natural Jacuzzi. From here a short hike into old growth rainforest brings us to two small falls, both spectacular in their natural state, and perfect for swimming. |
