If you happen to be a passionate waterfall hunter, you’ll stumble upon them in most of South America’s countries—no matter how big or small. Guyana is home to quite a few, and here are three waterfalls that you shouldn’t miss for the world while exploring it.
Kaieteur Falls
Kaieteur Falls is one of the biggest natural wonders that Guyana has in store, and it’s the world’s largest single-drop waterfall by volume of water. Located in the Kaieteur National Park, this 226-meter-high waterfall is a true force of nature and its serene jungle surroundings make it even more impressive.
Amaila Falls
Just like Kaieteur, Amaila Falls is a tributary of the Potaro River and it looks straight out of a fairy tale. It consists of a series of rapids and falls that flow for almost two miles before dropping to a beautiful plunge pool. The future of this waterfall is plagued with uncertainty, with plans for Amaila Falls Hydroelectric Power Plant to be built around it.
Orinduik Falls
Orinduik Falls consists of a sequence of waterfalls falling over red rock platforms, creating a truly spectacular sight. This multi-tiered waterfall is just 25 meters high, making it an ideal spot for swimming because its waters are much calmer than with the previous two waterfalls.