The Barima River is a tributary of the Orinoco River, entering 4 mi from the Atlantic Ocean. It originates from the Imataka Mountains in Guyana, flowing for approximately 210 mi before entering Venezuela about 50 mi from its mouth.

Features

Early recorded explorations of the Barima were made by Robert Hermann Schomburgk, which was mapped as far as the tributary Rocky River. The head of the Barima rises in a steep gorge of the Imataka mountains, 950 ft above sea level. Near the Duquari Creek, the Arawatta Rock, a distinct large granite rock, is located.

Settlements

Mabaruma, Koriabo, and Morawhanna are Barima-Waini Region communities on the Barima River.