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Pristine Amazon rainforest canopy walks
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About Iwokrama Forest
Iwokrama is a pristine rainforest sanctuary where canopy walkways suspend you 100 feet above the jungle floor, where jaguar and giant otter populations persist, and where indigenous guides reveal forest secrets. The forest untouched covers 371,000 hectares, more roadless wilderness than most nations claim.
Best months to visit
Year-round
Things to do in Iwokrama Forest
Canopy walkway: 100-foot rainforest ceiling experience
Jaguar lodge 4-day safari: big cat tracking possibility
Giant otter spotting expeditions: river mammal searches
Indigenous guide jungle medicinal plant walk
Arapaima fish: giant freshwater fish spotting
Overnight jungle lodge: jungle sounds and night wildlife
Weather by month
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January
29C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
February
29C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
March
30C
Hot and humid, with regular rainfall.
April
30C
Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.
May
29C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
June
29C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
July
29C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
August
30C
Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.
September
31C
Hot and humid, with regular rainfall.
October
32C
Hot and humid, with regular rainfall.
November
31C
Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.
December
29C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
Iwokrama Forest protects nearly a million acres of pristine Guyanese rainforest, one of the few places on earth where jaguars, giant river otters, harpy eagles and arapaima still thrive together in significant numbers. A handful of small eco-lodges and the famous Iwokrama Canopy Walkway, suspended high above the forest floor, give visitors a rare chance to experience genuinely undisturbed Amazonian rainforest with expert local and Indigenous guides.
Best areas to stay in Iwokrama Forest
Iwokrama River Lodge area
A riverside lodge area used as a base for boat trips and night wildlife drives.
Canopy Walkway
The suspended walkway through the forest canopy, one of the area's signature experiences.
Atta Rainforest Lodge area
A forest lodge near the canopy walkway, popular for birdwatching.
Essequibo River area
The wide river forming part of the reserve's boundary, used for boat-based wildlife viewing.
Getting to Iwokrama Forest
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Flights
Fly into Georgetown (GEO), then connect via a domestic flight or road/river transfer (several hours) to the Iwokrama area.
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From London
~12-14 hours from London to Georgetown via a connecting hub, plus several hours onward travel.
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Getting around
Travel within the reserve is by boat and on guided forest trails; lodges arrange all transport for guests.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Iwokrama?
September to November and February to April (drier periods) make trails more accessible, though wildlife can be seen year-round.
How do you get to Iwokrama?
Most visitors fly from Georgetown to a nearby airstrip, or travel by road and river as part of an overland Guyana itinerary.
What is the Canopy Walkway?
A series of suspended walkways and platforms high in the rainforest canopy, offering views over the forest and opportunities to spot birds and primates.
What wildlife might you see?
Giant river otters, black caiman, a wide variety of birds including harpy eagles, and with luck, jaguar tracks or sightings on night drives.
Is accommodation comfortable?
Eco-lodges offer simple but comfortable rooms, usually with shared facilities, run in partnership with local Indigenous communities.
Traveler reviews
★★★★★
The Canopy Walkway at sunrise, with mist rising off the forest, was unforgettable — and we saw giant river otters from the boat on the way back.
Naomi T. · October 2023
★★★★★
Remote and basic in terms of comfort, but the wildlife and the guides' knowledge of the forest made it one of the best trips of my life.
Carlos E. · March 2024
★★★★☆
Didn't see a jaguar but found fresh tracks on a night drive, which was thrilling enough — the birdlife alone is worth the trip.
Imogen S. · September 2023
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