One Cent Magenta Tour of British Guyana
Description
We'll pick you up at your Georgetown hotel at the scheduled time for a captivating tour, unveiling a vital chapter in colonial Guyana's history. Curious about the British Guiana 1-cent Magenta? Prepare to be astonished!
Before our journey through time, we'll visit Georgetown National Park, where the captivating manatees, one of the country's key creatures, will eagerly await us. They made such an impression that they even graced Guyana's stamps in 1993!
Following that, we'll take a deep dive into the history of the British Guyana 1-cent Magenta, renowned as the world's rarest and most valuable stamp. Our journey will take us to the Walter Rodney archives, where we'll see an original copy of the Royal Gazette newspaper, where this historic postage stamp was initially discovered.
Our next destination will be the Guyana National Museum, home to the precise location where the British Guyana 1-cent Magenta stamp was produced. Discover its historical significance, and what it represented in its era, and get ready for an in-depth exploration of all the intricate details!
The penultimate stop on our tour is a visit to the philatelic shop nestled within the Georgetown Post Office. Here, you'll have the opportunity to purchase some of the most intriguing stamps from Guyana.
As we approach the tour's conclusion, we'll continue to encounter Guyana's distinctive wildlife. Our next stop will be a turtle conservation center where we'll have the chance to meet the magnificent giant yellow-legged and red-legged turtles. Following this unforgettable experience, we'll head to the Secret Garden Restaurant to savor a traditional British meal with a Guyanese twist, providing the perfect finale for our adventure!
Our tour will conclude with a return to your hotel, marking the end of a fascinating 4-hour journey through history and nature.
More Information
Duration
4 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a tour assistant that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop–off
Transport by bus or minibus
English–speaking tour escort
Lunch
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Singing Chef Adventures
Corporate name: EON LINDEN JOHN
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 3 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
