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Caiman House

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Rustic non-profit 7 room lodge at a working research field station

Caiman House, located at the edge of Yupukari Village in the central Rupununi region of Guyana, is an important field station for the research of local species and a hub for several participatory community development projects. To help fund its endeavours, there are 7 modest, but comfortable guest rooms on site, 6 with private bathrooms and all run with power from the lodge’s own solar panels. All meals are included and sourced from the nutrient rich surrounds. The accommodation is operated as a non-profit organisation, with all proceeds going towards achieving its environmental and social project goals.

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What our clients say

  • Most memorable experience: “We have lots. Thoroughly enjoyed the river trips, meeting local guides, Karanaumba and Rock View. We met very few tourists which helps to explain why the visits…

    NN, South Uist Feb 2012
  • Thoroughly enjoyed the river trips, meeting local guides, Karanaumba and Rock View. We met very few tourists which helps to explain why the visits are expensive. The 3 eco lodges…

    NN, South Uist Jun 2013
  • Thank you for arranging my holiday in Guyana. It was a real adventure and a wonderful experience including, meeting and staying with Diana McTurk. She is a legend, The trip…

    DT, Crowborough Jun 2013
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