PAID CONTENT FOR BAGANARA ISLAND RESORT
PAID CONTENT FOR BAGANARA ISLAND RESORT
Baganara Island Resort ESSEQUIBO RIVER REGION, GUYANA
Tucked away on a private 187-acre island in the Essequibo River, Baganara Island Resort blends rainforest immersion with understated luxury. Known as Thomas Island during British colonial rule, the island was renamed Baganara in the 1990s — derived from an Indigenous word meaning ‘chaos’. The name nods to its wild past, long since transformed by the Correia family into a peaceful sanctuary where biodiversity thrives and the chaos of modern life fades into the background. This solar-powered retreat is just a short hop
from Georgetown, a 17-minute flight fromEugene F Correia International Airport or a scenic boat ride from Parika, yet it feels worlds away. The resort has a rustic elegance, with terracotta- roofed lodges blending with the forest. Each offers modern comforts such as air conditioning and wi-fi without losing the sense of place that makes this destination feel so uniquely Guyanese. Guests quickly fall into the easy rhythm of
island life. Mornings might begin with the cry of toucans echoing through the canopy, followed by a paddleboard or kayak trip down jungle creeks to
fish for the freshwater river giants of Guyana and Lukanani (the peacock bass). Nature walks reveal more than 60 bird species — rom macaws to the elusive harpy eagle — while silent watchers may be rewarded with glimpses of monkeys and sloths in the treetops. At dusk, boat trips to nearby Parrot Island provide a spectacular show, as thousands of Amazon parrots gather to roost, filling the sky with colour and sound. Cultural and historical excursions offer a deeper
understanding of the region. Guests can travel by boat to the 17th-century Dutch ruins of Fort Island and Kyk-Over-Al, visit the market at nearby Bartica or trek to Marshall Falls, a cascading waterfall ideal for a refreshing swim and forest bathing. Back at the resort, meals are an event in
themselves, showcasing Guyanese flavours. Guests can expect fresh river fish, pepperpot stew, tropical fruits and island cocktails served against the backdrop of a setting sun. One of the most cherished rituals is the beachfront barbecue, where guests gather around a bonfire under a sky studded with stars.
DON’T MISS Experience the nightly beachfront bonfire — a gathering where crackling flames light up the sand beneath the Essequibo stars
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KEY FEATURES • Private sandy beach & swimming pool • River-view accommodation with high-speed wi-fi
• Fully equipped conference centre • 2,000ft private airstrip
KEY ACTIVITIES • Guided nature & birdwatching walks • Kayaking, paddleboarding & swimming
• Boat trips to Parrot Island & Fort Kyk-Over-Al
• Fishing for Guyana’s freshwater giants and peacock bass
GET IN TOUCH
baganara.net T: +592 222 8053 / +592 691 0427 (WhatsApp)
E:
bookbaganara@baganara.net
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