Explore the Bauxite mining town of Linden and enjoy an amazing, breath taking, scenic water adventure: Kayaking in the Blue Lake.
Central meeting point is the 'I Love You Guyana' sign- If it's a private group transfer is available from a central location within Georgetown of your choice.
We'll have lunch at a local spot in Linden, where you'll have the opportunity to choose your meal from their daily menu.
Guide licensed by the Guyana Tourism Authority.
Optional
This is done at the Linden Blue Lake
For Kayaking
Parking is available at either the Marriott Hotel or the Pegasus Hotel.
Our drive time to Linden is approximately one and a half hour depending on traffic conditions.
After about 45 minutes of driving from Georgetown, we'll turn onto the Linden Highway. Here you'll enjoy a scenic drive as we pass natural white sand minds, black-water creeks, resorts and lush rainforest on our way to the bauxite mining town of Linden.
Nestled along the Demerara River, Linden is a historic town in Guyana known for its rich bauxite mining heritage and vibrant local culture. As the center of the country's bauxite industry, Linden boasts a fascinating industrial history, scenic landscapes and a close-knit community.
Here you'll receive an introduction and a safety briefing for your Kayaking experience.
If you need to change into something more comfortable you can do so here.
After the briefing, we'll depart for the Linden Blue Lake, where we'll begin our Kayaking adventure.
Your drive time from Watooka to the Blue Lake will be approximately 10 to 15 minutes.
On the way we'll make a stop at a local restaurant where you'll choose what you wish to have for lunch based on their daily menu (Lunch will be after the Kayaking).
The blue lakes are actually mined-out bauxite pits. Mining is not currently done at this sight and hasn't been for a while. However, over time the area has become a popular spot to visit because of its beautiful scenery.
You can also enjoy views of the lovely sand and clay hills. This destination is perfect for pictures.
Kayaking from the famous blue lake into the Kara Kara creek with changing landscape and lovely phot opportunities.
After returning from your Kayaking experience, you'll have the opportunity to head back to Watooka Guest House to change your clothing if needed.
Then we'll proceed to a local restaurant for lunch.
After lunch we will continue our tour, visiting key attractions such as:
1. The Old Train
2. I Love You Linden Sign
3. Christianburg Waterwheel
4. Linden Industrial Museum
5. Market (Optional)
6. Boat ride across the Demerara River (Optional)
