Latest update November 22nd, 2024 1:00 AM
Latest News
- Exxon wants new oil block on own terms
- Indian companies eye Guyana’s oil
- ICC issues arrest warrant for Israeli PM Netanyahu for ‘war crimes’ in Gaza
- Developing countries should not be curtailed in exploiting natural resources- PM Modi tells Parliament
- Jagdeo was sold expired soft drink at Marriott Hotel
Lake Capoey is one of the Cinderella County’s major tourist attractions
O’ Beautiful Guyana!
Kaieteur News – Formerly known as a hidden paradise, Lake Capoey, a black water creek nestled in Capoey village, Essequibo, Region Three, is increasingly becoming a major tourist site in the Cinderella County.
It is one of the largest of three lakes in the County.
Craft and drinks on sale at Capoey Village
A tasty tuma pot paired with cassava bread
A beautiful sunset at Lake Capoey
Benabs built at the front of the Lake
A breath taking aerial shot of the Capoey Lake (Kevin Somwaru photo)
The community was said to be founded many decades ago when some families of Amerinidian descent (Guyana’s first peoples) settled there. The inhabitants were largely of the Arawak tribe, one of more friendly Indigenous tribes in Guyana. Interestingly, the word Capoey is a Wapichan (another Amerindian tribe) name, which translates to ‘Land of the Rising Moon’.
Capoey Village is accessible by both river and road.
To access this serene village, you will need to travel along a two-mile long road which branches off from the Essequibo Public Road close to the village of Taymouth Manor, followed by boat across the Capoey Lake. Close to 400 residents now live there, with farming and timber jobs as their main source of income.
Capoey Village is headed by a seven member village council, with a Toshao as the leader. The community has its own Nursery and Primary Schools, as well as village office, library and an all purpose hall. Perhaps the most exciting infrastructure is the benabs and playground located at the front of the village, close to the lake.
The land is decorated with lush coconut trees which provide fresh coconuts that usually make for the perfect ‘cool down’ beverage. Swimming happens to be one of the favourite leisure activities for children and adults in the village. Visitors also enjoy a good splash in the stygian dark water of the lake or a thrilling boat ride on the water top. Other than the exciting lake, Capoey Village also offers an exhilarating nature walk through its heavily vegetated lands.
The Calabash Cabana Resort offers packages for couples, singles or groups looking to have a good time at the Essequibo village. Kayaking and fun on the balloon raft are just a few of the exciting activities you can enjoy.
Lake Capoey has been used as the ideal venue for wedding ceremonies and birthday celebrations. Be sure to sample some of the traditional Indigenous cuisines when you visit. These range from cassava bread and tuma pot or pepperpot to farine and the famous ‘Piwari’ and ‘Fly’ beverages.
Fresh fruits and skillfully made craft pieces are also usually available on sale at Capoey Village. These make for the perfect memorabilia.
Similar Articles
THE BLUNT OF THE DAY
Sports
Features/Columnists
A false panacea for electoral integrity
…Peeping Tom kaieteur News – Advocates for fingerprint verification in Guyana’s elections herald it as... more
Rising Gun Crimes in the Caribbean: Urgent Action required by all
By Sir Ronald Sanders Kaieteur News – There is an alarming surge in gun-related violence, particularly among younger... more
Weekend Cartoon
