Baganara Island
A resort island in the Essequibo River with river beaches, rainforest trails and water activities, a popular river-island day trip from Georgetown.
Baganara Island lies in the middle reaches of the Essequibo River near Bartica. It has a private resort and rare white sand beaches where you can swim, paddle a kayak and go birdwatching on rainforest trails. From Georgetown you can take a small plane directly to the island's airstrip, or drive to Parika and take a speedboat for about an hour. Tour agencies often offer one-day packages that include transport and lunch. The river water is tea-colored blackwater, but it is clean and safe for swimming.
Opening hours
Join a day tour or book a resort stay
Nearby sights
- Santa Mission
- Fort Zeelandia (Fort Island)
- El Dorado Rum Heritage Centre (Demerara Distillers)
- Demerara Harbour Bridge
- Parliament Building (Public Buildings)
- Stabroek Market
- St. Andrew's Kirk
- Immaculate Conception Cathedral (Brickdam Cathedral)