Dedicated as a place for research “to develop, demonstrate, and make available to Guyana and the international community systems, methods and techniques for the sustainable management and utilization of the multiple resources of the Tropical Forest and the conservation of biological diversity”, the Iwokrama rainforest is located in the geographical heart of Guyana. It comprises 371,000 hectares of forest (1.6% of Guyana’s landmass and 2% of Guyana forests).The Iwokrama Centre was established in 1996 to manage the forest area, following signature the year before of an international agreement between the Guyana Government and the Commonwealth Secretariat. Enshrined in an Act of the Guyana Parliament, the agreement gave the Centre the mandate to “promote the conservation and the sustainable and equitable use of tropical rainforests in a manner that will lead to lasting ecological, economic and social benefits to the people of Guyana and to the world in general”. In short, the Centre has the task to test the proposition that conservation, environmental balance and sustainable economic activity are mutually reinforcing – that it is possible to use a forest without losing it. Located in the Iwokrama Rainforest Reserve, Iwokrama River Lodge offers free WiFi access and an on-site regional restaurant. Free private parking is also available.The Lodge will provide you with a balcony, a dining area and private bathrooms in each room with a shower and free toiletries. You can enjoy an outdoor seating area, ironing facilities, and a view of the river.At Iwokrama River Lodge you will find a bar and a snack bar. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge, a tour desk and on-site shops. Please inform Iwokrama River Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Disclaimer notification: Amenities are subject to availability and may be chargeable as per the hotel policy.