French Guiana still offers an excellent opportunity to study
undisturbed lowland rainforest as well over 90% of this
Department of France in northeastern South America is covered by
forest. Approximately 7 km to the north of Sal in central French
Guiana, a small, private research station has been established to
facilitate the work of biologists wishing to study the plants and
animals of the Guayana floristic province. The facilities are
primitive but comfortable. Sleeping is done in well-constructed
hammock shelters and meals are available. Forest, with an
extensive trail network, surrounds the facility. The major
ecological impact in the area is caused by a limited amount of
hunting. The price is approximately $40/day depending upon the
current rate of exchange for the French franc. For further
information, write to: Y. Allinckx, 97314 Sal, FRENCH GUIANA,
SOUTH AMERICA.