East Berbice-Corentyne

East Berbice-Corentyne is an administrative region in eastern Guyana that runs along the Atlantic Ocean and borders Suriname via the Corentyne River. The territory spans diverse landscapes from coastal settlements to inland areas where rivers shape the terrain and influence how people move and settle.

The region took its present form during administrative reforms in the 1980s that reshaped its structure and boundaries. New Amsterdam became the administrative center and serves as the seat of local governance.

Rice farming, sugar production, and fishing shape daily life across the coastal settlements and define how communities use the land. These industries are woven into the landscape, visible in the fields and fishing operations that anchor local routines.

Regular ferry services connect the regional port of Corriverton across the Corentyne River, linking the region to neighboring areas and facilitating cross-border movement. Travelers should check water conditions and service schedules since river travel depends on weather and seasonal changes.

The territory contains the New River Triangle, a disputed area located in the southern section between Guyana and Suriname. This zone remains subject to international discussions due to unresolved boundary questions.

Location: Guyana

Capital city: New Amsterdam

Shares border with: Upper Demerara-Berbice, Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo, Potaro-Siparuni, Mahaica-Berbice, Nickerie District, Sipaliwini District, Pará

GPS coordinates: 4.10794,-58.18337

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:26