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Summary published at 9/13/2024

🌊 The Essequibo River is a vast, untamed, and unexplored river stretching 1,000 kilometers with treacherous rapids, waterfalls, and diverse wildlife. It is a wildlife paradise and a melting pot of cultures.

🎥 Filmmakers Marion Pöllmann, Rainer Bergomaz, and Yung Sandy are on a mission to discover the source of the Essequibo. Their journey begins at the delta, which spans over 60 kilometers and is home to 365 islands.

🏰 The historic heart of Guyana features Fort Zeelandia, built by the Dutch in the 1600s. Ferries and speedboats connect Bartica, the islands, and the mainland.

🦈 The delta is home to tiger sharks and the harmless whale shark, which can grow over 13 meters long. The mangroves provide protection for various species, including manatees, which can weigh up to 1 ton.

🐢 Leatherback turtles visit Shell Beach to lay eggs, with females producing 100 to 200 eggs per nest. However, only about 1% survive to adulthood.

✈️ The team faces challenges flying to Kaieteur Falls, which plunges 250 meters and is one of the world's most powerful waterfalls. The area is rich in unique flora and fauna.

🌳 The expedition continues to the Essequibo's source, navigating through dense forests and challenging terrain. They encounter various wildlife, including giant otters and spectacled caimans.

🗺️ After weeks of exploration, the team finally reaches the source of the Essequibo in the Acarai Mountains. The water collects in channels, eventually flowing into the mighty river.

🏁 The expedition concludes with the realization that the Essequibo gathers its strength from various streams, making it one of the greatest rivers in South America.

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