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Trail along the Sentier du Rorota

Saturday, 11th of October

On the 11th of October the launch campaign team in Kourou undertook a walk along the Sentier du Rorota, located between Rémire-Montjoly and the port of Dégrad des Cannes. We made about 5.5 Km in about 1 hour and 45 minutes.

The Sentier du Rorota is a publicly accessible trail frequented by families and groups seeking recreational exercise. This route provides an easy and pleasant approach to the Guiana forest. Most of the path is in the forest, with sections passing through wooded areas, but there is also a lookout point offering notable views of the coastline. The terrain is moderately hilly and traverses several watercourses, presenting opportunities to observe local wildlife such as sloths and birds.

During the walk, we heard some birds which hid quite well amongst the dense vegetation, but we were lucky to see one sloth atop a tall tree, to spot some monkeys and to encounter quite a few lizards. The presence of some impressive bamboo trees also contributed to the scenic environment.

Group of five people standing on a lookout point with a view of the coastline and blue sky in the background.
Chris, Gregory, Andrea, Ana and Ricardo.
Group of people hiking on a wooden trail in a lush green forest, smiling and enjoying the outdoor activity.
Group of five people smiling in a lush green forest, posing for a selfie during a hike.
A small stream flowing over rocks in a lush green forest, surrounded by dense foliage and trees.
Group photo of a team at a lookout point along the Sentier du Rorota, with views of the coastline in the background and surrounded by lush greenery.
Two men standing on a rocky path in a lush green forest, enjoying a hiking experience.
A group of five people smiling for a selfie amidst lush green foliage in a tropical forest setting.
Group selfie taken in a lush forest setting with bamboo trees in the background, sunlight filtering through the leaves.
A view of a serene lake surrounded by lush green trees and dense vegetation, capturing the tranquility of the Guiana forest.
Bright sun filtering through large green leaves in a dense forest.

After the hike, we enjoyed a good lunch at the restaurant Auberge des Plages, situated by the beach.

Group of people posing for a selfie by the beach in Kourou, with palm trees and a scenic coastline in the background.
A group of five people poses for a selfie with a beach and sea in the background, showcasing a clear sky and vibrant colors.
Scenic view of a beach with rocky foreground, turquoise water, and lush greenery along the coastline under a bright blue sky.

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