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Mabaruma

Regional capital in Barima-Waini, Guyana

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Overview

Mabaruma is the regional administrative centre near the Venezuelan border in Guyana, a very small town of only about 800 inhabitants.

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Getting there

There is a supply boat that arrives from Georgetown every other week, but this is definitely not the recommended way to reach Mabaruma. Trans Guyana Airways has daily flights from the Georgetown municipal airport.

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Itineraries

Voyaging along the Amazon River

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Gringo Trail

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Flying to South America

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Get inThere is a supply boat that arrives from Georgetown every other week, but this is definitely not the recommended way to reach Mabaruma. Trans Guyana Airways has daily flights from the Georgetown municipal airport.

DoFrom the Kamaka docks, a boat can be hired to visit Almond or Shell Beaches on the Atlantic. These are both remote and beautiful.

BuyThis is a cash-only society. There are no banks or bank machines. In addition to the Guyanese dollar, U.S. cash may be used at a few places and Venezuelan currency is readily accepted.

DrinkRum and beer can be purchased everywhere. Drink only bottled water. It is easy to acquire.

SleepThe Broomes Hotel which is actually located midway between Mabaruma and Kamaka (15 minute walk to either) is the place to stay. Monty Broomes, the owner, sees to it that the guests are comfortable and fed.

Stay safeMalaria is a concern. Arrive with proper medication and repellent.

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