Saut Maripa, Waterfall system in Saint-Georges, French Guiana.
Saut Maripa is a waterfall system along the Oyapock River featuring multiple cascades flowing through rocky terrain. The water drops across several levels, creating a series of rapids that define this section of the river.
This section of the river was once a trading route where a railway line carried goods and boats navigated the rapids. These waterways formed a vital passage for commerce and movement between river communities.
The waterfall serves as a natural landmark that locals recognize immediately when traveling the river. People gather here for fishing and use the cascades as a reference point in their daily river journeys.
The site can be reached by land or river navigation, both requiring some planning beforehand. Water conditions at the rapids can vary significantly depending on the season and rainfall.
Among the numerous rapids along the Oyapock River, this section ranks among the most difficult for boats to pass through. Skilled boatmen know the exact positions and timing windows needed to navigate safely through the most turbulent areas.
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