Getting To And Around
Lethem is the main jumping off point to explore the North, Central and South Rupununi. It is connected to Georgetown via different modes of transportation, however air is usually preferred by travellers.
Air
The easiest and quickest way to get here is by a 60-90 minute flight depending on the aircraft. The Lethem Airport in the middle of the town has regular flights from the Eugene F. Correia International Airport (Ogle) in Georgetown serviced by Air Services Limited and Trans Guyana Airways. You can also book chartered flights with JAGS Aviation, Roraima Airways and Wings Aviation.
Road
Though not the quickest option, travelling by road gives you the feeling of being immersed in the forest. It takes 12-16 hours through rainforest and savannah-flanked roads from Georgetown to Lethem. Minibuses and 4x4 vehicles are the main types of vehicles used to traverse these roads. It is not recommended to travel by road during the green season as the heavy rainfalls flood some areas of the road making it difficult to pass. To move around Lethem, taxis and two wheelers can be hired and are the best mode of transportation. Brazilian bus company, Amatur, also recently started service from Georgetown to Lethem for those who prefer to travel in larger vehicles rather than via mini bus or 4x4.
Top Restaurants And Bars
Shopping & Nightlife

Rupununi Weaver Society
Ideal place to pick up craft, including Wapishana hammocks, balata figurines, hand woven baskets, utensils and other artefacts.

Don & Shirley’s Airport Bar
Travel information, transportation bookings, groceries and a small collection of indigenous crafts, especially balata goods from Nappi village.

Hopping over to Brazil
It is not odd to see vehicles cross over to the closest Brazilian town, Bonfim, for a shopping spree or a just a quick glance at the town. The border is managed by immigration and guards on both sides, so do ensure you walk with the necessary documentation if you intend to cross.

Nightlife
The laid-back vibe of the local bars offers unhurried evenings and local snacks coupled with the famous El Dorado Rum or popular Brazilian beer. The best places to grab a drink after a day of sightseeing are Vaquero Bar (which also has karaoke) and Double Wheel, a Lethem institution.
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Get Inspired
Ranching Experiences

Dadanawa Ranch
Once the largest cattle ranches in the world, Dadanawa still holds top place for one of the best cultural vacations and wildlife getaways you can ask for. Spread over 1700 square miles, the ranch is still active with more than 5000 head of cattle. You will enjoy seeing vaqueros take care of the massive herd where you can opt to give them a hand or veer off to spot birds in the surrounding tropical forest. With more than 80 species, Dadanawa is a birdwatcher’s dream come true.

Rodeo Ground
The official venue of the two-day Rupununi Rodeo is best visited in the heat of all of the action, Easter weekend-in Guyana. The grounds have a rink surrounded by wooden stands for viewing and a bull chute from where the animals are released. If you are planning for the Rupununi Rodeo, plan for two full days to enjoy the local flavour with plenty of beer, music, parties and of course, vaquero (cowboy) skills on display.
Duration: 2 days; Timing: Dawn to dusk ; Entry Fee: US$2.50

Manari Ranch
Just a short drive away from Lethem, Manari is a working ranch with an authentic Western vibe that offers an upscale experience. OJ, the adopted giant otter, was once the star! Travellers can go horseback riding, canoeing or have a relaxing swim in the natural pool in front of the main home.

Saddle Mountain Ranch
The Saddle Mountain Ranch is spread out below its namesake mountain, keeping it elemental with a breezy brick house, kitchen garden, streams and sprawling grasslands. It is one of the best places to spot wildlife (especially anteaters) and go on the lookout for the endangered Red Siskin bird. Owners, Tommy and Joan offer great company and insights into authentic ranch life, complete with full gallop rides on their horses.

Sand Creek Village
Often overlooked by travellers, this small village is best known as the second most important rodeo venue in the Rupununi. The Sand Creek Rodeo is held a day after the Rupununi Rodeo in Lethem. Being smaller, it offers a more intimate experience with local food stalls, rodeo events, music and dancing late into the night.

Waikin Ranch
Located on the outskirts of Lethem, Waikin Ranch blends comfortable cottage living with the vagaries of nature. You can swim in the natural manmade ponds, go horseback riding and get your hands dirty at the pig pen, but come back to reboot in the comfortable, well-appointed rooms. Your hosts will offer great tips on how to best explore the vast ecosystems of the wetlands and the savannahs of the ranch and Rupununi at large.

Wichabai Ranch
Found a short two-hour drive from Lethem, Wichabai Ranch is a family owned ranch that allows travellers to live the Guyanese cowboy culture and experience the South Rupununi region of Guyana. Operated by a young couple, Justin and Erin, Wichabai also offers excellent nature and birding trips.
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Village Tours

Nappi & Aishalton Villages
Located 32km from Lethem, this indigenous village of the Makushi people spreads from the Rupununi grasslands to the edge of the Kanuku Mountains Protected Area. While the locals are great hunters, fishermen and farmers, it is their skill as master craftsmen, that makes the village famous. Visit here to see the making of balata craftwork. Balata is a latex that is milked from the Bullet Tree to fashion into figurines.
Aishalton is an indigenous village that is home to the Wapishana peoples and situated in the South Rupununi. It is home to Makatau mountain, which is one of Guyana’s most well-known archaeological sites. There are nearly 700 elaborate petroglyphs that are representations of humans, animals and plants as well as geometric arrangements and estimated to be 3000–5000 years old. The community offers rustic accommodation for those looking to stay overnight.

Shulinab Village & Rupununi Natural Cashew Enterprise
The ideal rustic inclusion to a trip in South Rupununi, use Shulinab as a base to experience village life at close quarters. This includes meeting the village head (Toschao), and securing his permission and paying for entrance into the community. Shulinab is an excellent locale to see farming and livestock rearing, and hitting the outdoors, swimming in a local creek or muscling it to the Bone and Skull Mountain over a day’s hike. Either way, there is a hammock waiting to be occupied in a breezy benab of a home, when you come back.
Not too far from the Shulainab Village, theRupununi Natural Cashew Enterprise, a cashew and peanut roasting plant, stands in the historic village of St. Ignatius. This is where the first rodeo of the Rupununi was held decades ago. The plant is worth a visit to see the community run project called Helping Hands Women’s Group. You’re likely to find the tasty spoils of the plant at eco-lodges around the Rupununi.
Timings: 8.30am-12pm and 1-4.30pm (Mon-Fri), 8am-12pm (Sat); Entry Fee: Free
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Nature Activities

Birding Near Lethem
Lethem and areas around are home to more than 400 species of birds, including the elusive Harpy Eagle, the endangered Red Siskin, Guianan Cock-of-the-rock, White-chinned and White-tipped Swifts, toucans, macaws, cracids, Crimson Topaz, cotingas, and Crimson Fruitcrow. Expert guides from the local communities are extremely aware and efficient at identifying different species and conserving their natural habitat.

Bone and Skull Mountain
The first settlers, Guyana’s Indigenous Peoples discovered Guyana almost 35,000 years ago. These were cultivators, hunters, and fishermen who lived off the land – and still do. Traditional ways of life are practiced among these people, as they stay fiercely linked to their roots. One of the ancient practices is the burial tradition of leaving the remains of dead in large earthen pots on top of hills. The Bone and Skull Mountain is an ode to this practice. The hike starts from a thick cluster of trees at the base, and even though it is not a steep trek, one needs an indigenous guide with a machete to make way through thick trail. At the top, a cave is believed to be home to leopards and also houses large and small earthen pots with skulls and bones. This may be the main highlight, but also steer your attention to the large array of flora along the route.
Timings: Dawn to dusk ; Entry Fee: Based on the guide fee

Kumu Falls
A short drive from Lethem, the indigenous village of Kumu is home to the eponymous falls that drift down in parts over 1520 feet. At the base of each section, a natural jacuzzi is perfect to beat the tropical heat. During the dry season, it is easy to navigate the falls for a bathe, however the green (wet) season makes it difficult to do so. The water gushes relentlessly down the falls making sections impassable. On the bright side, it provides a great backdrop to amazing photos any time of year . A traditional village style complex at the entrance is great for a cookout, hanging a hammock for a snooze or a picnic lunch.
Hours: Dawn to dusk; Entry Fee: US$ 20

Moco Moco Hike & Schomburgk’s Peak
Starting from the namesake village at the base, the Moco Moco trek begins with a natural trail interspersed with concrete steps. With hundreds of shades of green to keep you company, the 1000 feet walk up to the first major viewpoint can be done in a few hours. Parts of the hike are steep but it is largely manageable by those who are reasonably fit. At the top, there is a man-made tank propped on the plateau to cool off in; short walking trails also lead to different lookout points. The view of the vast savannahs and Kanuku Mountains is a soothing after the trek.
Hours: Dawn to dusk; Entry Fee: Free
A large rocky formation with 12 viewpoints, Schomburgk’s Peak stands over Kumu village. Though this is a short distance from the base, the three kilometre climb up is steeper that others and covers a landscape of 3,000 feet. All the hard work pays off when you get to the top; the view of the savannah are exemplary from here. Reserve a whole day for this hike.
Timings: Dawn to dusk ; Entry Fee: Free
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