Videos of Guyana
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Video: Boating Along Wakapoa Creek in Region 2
Guyanese citizen Darrin Smith captured this amazing scenery using drone technology over the Wakapoa Creek in Region 2. It shows him boating along the creek at midday. What a spectacular sight! How beautiful is our country!
Video: Beautiful Anteater Crosses Road
A rare and splendid sight! Here is an awesome video of a magnificent anteater walking across a highway. This video was filmed in Roraima, Brazil, close to the border with Guyana by Guyanese citizen Troy Harrinandan who was traveling at the time from Lethem to Boa Vista.
Video: What is Sargassum and Why it’s Important
In this video, Marine Biologist Maria Fraser explains what is Sargassum as well as the use, importance and disadvantages of Saragussum.
Video: Galina Edmund Sings “La Isla Bonita”
Be sure to like our Facebook Page: Guyana, South America for more! Published: 24th of March, 2023 by Patrick Carpen How Can it Be True? The Song, “La Isla Bonita,” originally sung by Madonna, starts off with the question, “Como Puede Ser Verdad,” which is Spanish for, “How Can it be True?” And I’m asking […]
Disturbing Video Shows Persons Abusing Giant Anteater
A disturbing video (posted below) has surfaced which shows reckless persons abusing a giant anteater somewhere in Guyana. Very likely the incident occurred in the Rupununi Savannahs where anteaters are most prolific.
Video: Miners Have Fun with Pet Tapir
The South American tapir, also called Bush Cow, is native to Guyana and several other South American countries. The South American tapir can be friendly, but it is known to attack humans, especially children, not for food, but perhaps out of anxiety.
Video: Air Services Plane Lands at Lethem Airport
Watch as it comes into view, sweeps over the roadway and glides down to the Lethem Airstrip. This video shows an Air Services Limited Plane which departed from Ogle landing at the Lethem Airstrip in January, 2023.
Video: A Close Encounter with a Fierce Jaguar
The jaguar is Guyana’s national animal. Guyana’s Coat of Arms features two of these strong and courageous big cats which are found in the jungles of Guyana. This amazing video was filmed in January, 2023 by Guyanese citizen, Melly Allicock, in the South Central Rupununi Savannahs of Guyana. Ms. Allicock relates that she was traveling to the Marudi Mountains from Lethem when she came face to face with the cross jaguar. Instead of panicking, the brave citizen pulled out her mobile phone and filmed this amazing, close up encounter with the fierce, roaring, big cat.
Video: Plane Landing at Lethem Airport (4)
Here is another awesome video of the Trans Guyana Airways Plane landing at the Lethem Airport in Region 9. This is the fourth video I’ve shot on the subject, and, like the others, this video demonstrates how close to the road the plane passes as it prepares to hit the runway.
Video: Plane Lands at Lethem (Part 3)
Today, 6th of January, 2023, I did a third video of the Trans Guyana Plane landing at the Lethem Airport. Hope I didn’t scare anyone or cause any problems by the way. I stood on the road just in front of the airstrip. When the plane approached, it was a scary feeling, as though the plane with its frightening propeller blades were coming straight at me. I tried to hold my ground but I found myself side stepping a bit.
Video: Wind Powered Water Pump in St. Ignatius Village, Region 9
I visited an agricultural enterprise called Stock Farm in St. Ignatius Village, Region 9 and came across this wonderful invention: a wind powered water pump. As you can see from the video, the wind mill harnesses the power of the wind converting it into mechanical energy to pump water from an unground well into overhead tanks.
Video: Plane Landing at Lethem Airport (2)
Today, 4th of January, 2023, I shot a second video of a Trans Guyana Airways plane touching down at Lethem Airport in Region 9. This video, like the first one, illustrates how close to the roadway the plane glides as it prepares to hit the runway.
Video: Catching Hassar in Guyana
The hassar fish is a delicacy in Guyana, South America. It is a sweet water fish which is known for its sweet flesh. Hassar is often curried together with potatoes and moringa pods, producing a delicious meal when served with boiled rice.
Video: The Ireng River Separates Guyana from Brazil
The Ireng River forms part of the border between Guyana and Brazil at Region 8. In this video, Guyanese citizen Kevon Lorrimer takes us on a virtual tour of the Ireng River which separates Guyana from Brazil.
Video: Christmas Celebrations in Gunns Village, Deep South Rupununi
Christmas celebrations are generally uniform across the country of Guyana, South America: partying, church, music, lots of food, ginger beer, pepperpot, family gatherings, and the likes. However, a recent video which surfaced on the 23rd of December, 2022, shows an indigenous community in the Deep South Rupununi Savannahs doing their own thing: a uniquely indigenous way of celebrating Christmas.
Video: Guyana’s First Recorded Tornado
A tornado is a funnel of rapidly spinning air, or, in other words, we can say that a tornado is a violently rotating column of air. Tornadoes form during thunderstorms when warm, humid air collides with cold, dry air. Sometimes, a tornado may not reach the ground, and form instead a funnel cloud. If you see a funnel cloud, know that you run potentially near to the way of an impending tornado.
Heartwarming Video of President Ali’s Son Interacting with Other Kid Goes Viral
A heartwarming video showing President Ali’s son interacting with another kid at a Quick Serv location in Georgetown has gone viral and touched the hearts of countless people. The video, posted below, shows President Ali’s son feeding ice cream to a little girl, who is complete stranger to him, in the presence of her parents. Many people have lauded the anecdote as promoting love and unity amongst Guyanese people.
Video: The Day it Rained Ice in Guyana
On September, 17th, 2022, ice rained down from the skies of Guyana over Kamarang Village in Region 7, Guyana, South America. The phenomenon is known as a hailstorm, and while it is indeed a rare one, it is not the only time this happened. There have been several reports of hailstorms in Guyana over the years, most of which came from Regions 7 and 9.
Video: Suspect in State House Shooting Arrested
A man allegedly made an attempt at President Ali’s life this morning, Thursday, 15th of December, 2022. He reportedly fired several shots towards the President’s House after stabbing a security detail and retrieving his gun. In this video, the shooter is being arrested. Apparently, he was hit by police fire.
Video: Miss Rupununi 2022 Contestant Delivers Stunning Performance of Folksong and Dance
Contestant number 5, Miss Natoya Foo, who won the title of second runner up, delivered a stunning, breathtaking performance of a folksong and dance, entitled, “They Say Rupununi is Bush.”
Video: British Volunteer Takes Part in Cassava Processing Activity in Rewa Village, North Rupununi
For the indigenous peoples of Guyana, cassava is a staple, and they use it in various ways. Using a matapee, the liquid is squeezed from the grated cassava. This is used to make cassareep – a preservative that is both nutritious, delicious, and keeps food edible over long periods of time. The solid byproduct is then processed into farine – a food product that is popular in Region 9 and neighboring Brazil. Farine, a high-energy food product, is often eaten with meat, rice, fish etc, and it carries a very long shelf life.
Video: Take a Drive Down the Hiawa to Nappi Trail
Take a short drive down the Hiowa to Nappi Trail with us and enjoy the beautiful scenery. This video was filmed by Mr. Franklin Greaves in August 2021.
Video: Driving Across the Takutu River Bridge to Brazil from Lethem, Region 9
The Takutu River Bridge, a remarkable showcase of quality engineering, connects Brazil to Guyana in Lethem, Region 9. Since its completion in the year 2009, the Takutu River Bridge has facilitated trade, tourism, and social activities between Guyana and Brazil.
Video: Attabrau Falls – Region 7 – Guyana, South America
Attabrau Falls is located in Paruima Village, Region 7, Guyana, South America. Paruima Village is one of the world’s most preserved indigenous settlements, home to the Arecuna tribe of Indigenous peoples.
Video: The Kumu Falls In Kumu Village, Region 9
The Kumu Falls is a refreshing waterfall about 15 miles from the town of Lethem in Region 9. Its moderate flow and shallow waters allow for a very interactive and refreshing experience. In this video, filmed around January, 2018, a Colombian and Brazilian tourist enjoy the magnificence of the Kumu Falls.
Video: The Takutu Hotel in Lethem, Region 9
The Takutu Hotel is one of the oldest, yet most modernized, hotels in Lethem, Region 9. Its rich history dates back to the early 1960s when traders pushed commerce between Guyana and Brazil. Even with all the amenities of a 5-star hotel, the Takutu Hotel still reflects a rustic Rupununi setting.
Video: Sakaika Falls in Region 7, Guyana
Sakaika Falls is located on the Ekereku River in Region 7 of Guyana, South America. You’ll be amazed at the beauty and sheer power of this falls. And even more, you’ll be amazed at how close these two men are jumping about on the slippery rocks with high winds blowing around them. Many people have called them crazy. Are they crazy or adventurous, stupid or brave? Tell us in the comments.
Video: Plane Lands at Lethem
You’ll be amazed at how close to the road the plane passes when it lands at the Lethem airstrip in Region 9! And this happens everyday, several times per day! This video was shot by Patrick Carpen sometime around the year 2019.
Video: Guyana’s First Recorded Tornado
Tornadoes may have been happening in Guyana since time immorial, but this is the first time it was recorded due to the proliferation of mobile devices. On the 13th of October, 2021, the first tornado ever was recorded, literally, over Guyanese soil. Near the villages of Hiowa and Nappi in the Central Rupununi Savannahs, a relatively small tornado swept by – accompanied by lots of lightning and thunder. Luckily, someone pulled out their mobile device and started recording the phenomenon which they later posted to social media, specifically, Facebook.
Video: Guyana’s First Recorded Funnel Cloud
Guyana recorded its first funnel cloud in the year 2019 over the skies of Georgetown, Region 4. To be exact, the funnel cloud was recorded in the afternoon of August 16, 2019. This is not to say that funnel clouds never happened over Guyana before, but this is possibly the first time it was recorded due to readily available mobile phone recording technology.
Tourism: Take a Short Drive Up the Mahaica River
Enjoy this beautiful video showing the placid waters of the Mahaica River and its beautiful surroundings. A tour up the Mahaica river will expose you to the wonders and amazing biodiversity of the area. This beautiful video was filmed by British High Commissioner to Guyana, Jane Miller, during one of her tours up Mahaica River.
Video: President Ali Receives Warm Welcome, High Praises in Tucville, South Georgetown
President Irfaan Ali visited Tucville, a community located in South Georgetown. There, the President was warmly welcomed by residents in what was once an APNU/AFC stronghold. Further, the residents heaped praises in Ali for his performance in government so far, and thanked him for the landmark visit.
Video: Negotiating the Kitty Roundabout – Georgetown
On Wednesday, the 30th of May, 2018, the Ministry of Public Infrastructure released an animation video teaching motorists how to negotiate the newly constructed Kitty Roundabout in Georgetown, Guyana.
Video: 15 Minutes Down the Lethem – Linden Trail
I shot this video on the 21st of November, 2017, as I traveled with Carly Bus Service down the Lethem-Georgetown trail. The video is not the best of quality, but it gives you an idea of what the trail looked like at that time. Who knows what the trail will be like in the future, whether better or worse! It is good to preserve a piece of history!