Goodbye Guyana!
My friend, philosopher and guide in Guayana
True to my track record, the gentleman who picked me up from the airport became my guide for the rest of the trip. In the process, I learnt about the country as well as Nelson. That is how he goes, although the full name is Conrad Nelson.
Very interesting young gentleman. He purposely works thru the night so that he an spend time with his two young kids during the day. Having grown up without dad caring for him, he decided he is going to treat his kids differently. When he sleeps, I do not know.
He was great company throughout my trip in Guyana. If you folks ever land up in Guyana, let me know. I know a guy who can keep you safe as well as give you tips about the country.
One last view of the Demerara river post sunset
This is how the place looked as we pulled away in the dark
Can you spot all the birds?
There are the scarlet ibis of course on the top. And numerous (white) egrets – snowy egrets, great egrets and cattle egrets – all over.
Can you see the black birds? Most of them are cormorants.
We also saw a few herons – tricolored herons and little blue herons fly above us and park themselves in the trees.
Lesson learnt well… always pack your camera when you go to tropical countries.