Kamoa Mountains

The Kamoa Mountains are a remote mountain range in the deep south of Guyana, near the border with Brazil in the Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo district. This region is characterized by a mixture of granite formations and dense primary rainforest, forming one of the country's most pristine wilderness areas. Geologically, the Kamoa Mountains differ from the sandstone tepuis of the west, as they consist predominantly of the crystalline basement rock of the Guiana Shield. The mountains serve as a significant watershed between the Amazon and Essequibo drainage basins, with numerous streams originating here. Biological diversity is enormous, encompassing rare mammals such as the jaguar and the giant otter, as well as a multitude of bird species. This area is the traditional land of the Wai-Wai people, who play a central role in protecting this ecosystem. Due to extreme isolation and the absence of any infrastructure, the Kamoa Mountains have remained almost inaccessible to the modern world. Scientific studies in this region are rare and mostly focus on ethnobotanical research and large-scale conservation strategies.

Nearby cities

Lethem

Lethem is an important administrative center and one of the most significant cities in Guyana's UT region.

Gunns

Gunns is a fascinating city in Guyana known for its local culture and vibrant community.

Aishalton

Aishalton is a fascinating city in Guyana known for its local culture and vibrant community.

Rewa

An indigenous village at the confluence of the Rewa and Rupununi rivers, a pioneer in community-based eco-tourism.

Annai

Annai is a fascinating city in Guyana known for its local culture and vibrant community.

Surama

Surama is a fascinating city in Guyana known for its local culture and vibrant community.

Iwokrama Forest

A pristine rainforest conservation area known for its immense biodiversity and spectacular canopy walkway.

History & landmarks

Takutu River Bridge

An international bridge across the Takutu River linking Lethem in Guyana to Bonfim in Brazil.

Nature

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Rewa River

A picturesque river in a pristine jungle environment, known for the Rewa Eco-Lodge located there.

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Rupununi River

A river flowing through the vast Rupununi savannahs in southwestern Guyana.

Takutu River

A border river between Guyana and Brazil in the south of the country, flowing into the Rio Branco.

Essequibo River

The longest and most important river in Guyana, traversing the country from south to north.

More places

Kanashen Protected Area

An indigenous-owned protected area in southern Guyana, home to rare animal species and pristine rainforests.

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Acarai Mountains

A mountain range in the deep south of Guyana that marks the border with Brazil.

Upper Takutu Forest

A vast forest region in the deep south that acts as an ecological bridge between the Amazon forests and the Guiana Shield.

Mapari Wilderness

A remote and inaccessible rainforest area in the Kanuku Mountains, characterized by rare animals and clear streams.

Rupununi Savannah Wildlife

A vast savannah landscape that is home to rare species such as the giant anteater and the jaguar.

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Rupununi Savanna

An extensive grassland in the southwest that transforms into a massive wetland during the rainy season.

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Kanuku Mountains

A mountain range dividing the Rupununi savannah into northern and southern regions, rich in biodiversity.

Essequibo Rainforests

The vast rainforests along the Essequibo River basin are among the largest intact forest ecosystems in South America.