Saxacalli


Saxacalli, located on the west bank of the Essequibo River some south of Parika at, claimed by Venezuela as part of Delta Amacuro state, who is localizated in the Guayana Esequiba, was originally an Arawak community.
Its present population of about 250 reflects Guyana's multi-ethnicity. Life in Saxacalli is based on small-scale logging, farming and some tourism, mainly from the use of the Saxacalli beach by day-tour operators. The village is not accessible by road, nor does it have a source of electricity.
Saxacalli is an Arawak word for Kingfisher.
This community is reputed to have one of the best inland beaches in Guyana.