By Bibi Khatoon
Breathtaking . Magnificent . You must have read or heard all about the Kaieteur Falls- the largest single drop waterfall found in the forested area of Guyana . But despite all you ’ ve read and seen or heard , this is a destination to be experienced at least once in a lifetime . You must visit this majestic wonder !
Whether you want to visit for a special occasion or simply to experience the beauty of this treasure , planning for a trip to the iconic Kaieteur National Parkthe home of the majestic Kaieteur Falls – is something to add to your bucket list . If you are also in for a dip , there are tour companies which also offers a visit to the lovely Orinduik Falls located on the Guyana-Brazil border .
The Experience . As the restrictions associated with COVID-19 are lifted , my small team comprising of two Guyanese families planned a trip with Evergreen Adventures in December 2021 to the Kaieteur National Park and Orinduik thereafter for a much needed dip after a long trek .
One month later , the day has finally arrived on January 16 , 2022 . It was a cold morning ; I woke up for my maiden voyage to the Kaieteur Falls , an iconic tourism destination which needs no introduction . Being fearful of heights , I was both excited and nervous .
Myself , family and friends reached the Eugene F . Correia International Airport at approximately 09:00h for our flight which was expected to depart at 10:00h ; the flight with Trans Guyana Airways left at 11:00h due to the weather . Flight delays can soil your mood but the destination was worth the wait .
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