On the Rupununi River deep in the southern savannah, Dadanawa Ranch is the largest and most isolated ranch in the country covering some 2,000 square miles. A trip across the savannah, following the foothills of the Kanuku Mountains will lead you to vacquero country.
Weathered ranch and bunk houses stand high on stilts offering unforgettable views of the red sun rising behind the distant mountains. Here, you will find vacqueros flying across the plains, barefoot in the stirrup in search of cattle.
From Dadanawa, horse trails lead to the mountain foothills where nature has provided streams to refresh and scenery that will take your breath away. Nights can be spent under the stars, cooking on an open fire and sharing a rum after a hard day’s ride. You can join the vacqueros in working the cattle or take a leisurely ride along the river.
Meal time is a combination of sumptuous beef grilled over a huge open pit barbecue and fresh vegetables. Unusual dishes with Amerindian flavour including baked cassava, tasso and farine are offered when on the trail.
Dadanawa Ranch is the perfect base for expeditions in search of birds and Amerindian paintings and petroglyphs on the savannah. Dadanawa is also the jumping off point for boating and trekking adventures into the pristine wilderness of the Kanuku Mountains.
Offering an abundance of activities for all ages, there is never a dull moment at Dadanawa Ranch. Whether you’re seeking to explore the savannahs and mountains, relax and reconnect with yourself, satisfy a creative craving, or burn up some energy with a challenging activity, the Ranch offers a variety of activities to help you make the most of your ranch vacation!
Choose from horseback riding, guided hiking, swimming, fishing, Bird watching, Historic sites, Nature tours, Photography, Wildlife spotting* and River Drifting
You can also Custom make a tour, If you tell us in advance what you might like to do, we will do our best to arrange it for you, all as part of our mission to ensure your visit with us is as enjoyable and memorable as possible.
* VIEWING WILDLIFE – Unfortunately there are no guarantees of spotting wildlife. It is a pleasure to see animals in their natural habitats and our guides will take every measure to ensure your experience is enjoyable, however sometimes the wildlife seems to just not want to be seen.