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Guyana Tours & Holidays
Small Group Tours & Tailor-Made Holidays
Overview
English speaking, culturally Caribbean and one of the last wild frontiers of South America, Guyana is a land of pulsating music, Amerindian culture and some truly matchless wildlife encounters. Home to great rum, pristine rainforest and the vaqueros (cowboys) of the savannahs, Guyana is one of the few places left where raw adventure is still the rule, rather than the exception.
Boasting one of the last tracts of virgin rainforest left on the planet, its can boast a quite stunning array ...
English speaking, culturally Caribbean and one of the last wild frontiers of South America, Guyana is a land of pulsating music, Amerindian culture and some truly matchless wildlife encounters. Home to great rum, pristine rainforest and the vaqueros (cowboys) of the savannahs, Guyana is one of the few places left where raw adventure is still the rule, rather than the exception.
Boasting one of the last tracts of virgin rainforest left on the planet, its can boast a quite stunning array of natural attractions, with some 800 species of birds being recorded here including the resplendent cock-of-the-rock. An intoxicating combination of wild nature, community tourism and old-fashioned hospitality, this rich haven also includes the tropical Big Five - jaguar, giant river otter, giant anteater, black caiman and harpy eagle.
One of South America’s finest undiscovered eco-tourism destinations, the waning grandeur of its colonial capital, Georgetown, surrounded as it with flat coastal plains and flooded savannahs, offers up a genteel contrast to the lush Amazonian landscapes of its interior, where the thundering waters of Kaieteur Falls presents us with one of the world’s most spectacular waterfalls. One of the planet’s last great adventures, be amongst the first to discover this little-known paradise of South America.
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Group tours
Travel to Guyana with like-minded people on one of our small group tours (max size 12), featuring knowledgeable local guides and an expert tour leader.
HIGHLIGHTS OF GUYANA
BEST EXPERIENCES
Discover Guyana's vast animal and birdlife
Guyana's fauna is enviable, with over 800 bird species and 200 animal species. Some of its more exotic critters include: the giant anteater, black caiman, giant otters and the elusive cock-of-the-rock bird.
Witness the Mighty Kaiteur Falls
Discover the Kaiteur Falls, the longest single-drop waterfall in the world by volume of water, four times the height of Niagara Falls.
Discover Georgetown, the 'Garden City of the Caribbean'
Discover Georgetown, Guyana's vibrant coastal capital, with its colonial-era skyline including the wooden St George's Cathedral; its colourful architecture and welcoming locals with a strong sense of culture and identity.
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WHEN TO GO
Located just north of the equator, Guyana has a tropical climate that remains hot and humid year-round, but its weather is defined by two distinct wet and dry seasons. The primary rainy seasons typically run from May to mid-July and November to January, often bringing heavy, tropical downpours. In contrast, the best time to visit is during the dry seasons (February to April and August to October), when the interior savannahs and rainforests are more accessible. While the coastal regions benefit from cooling Atlantic breezes, the inland Rupununi savannah can experience much higher temperatures, and the dense rainforest maintains its own lush, misty microclimate regardless of the month.
LGBTQIA+ Guidance
When planning to travel as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, there may be additional things you wish to consider doing, such as:
- Speaking to one of our travel experts for information about travelling in your chosen destination and local attitudes towards members of the LGBTQIA+ community
- Checking the Human Dignity Trust map which highlights regions and countries which are potentially dangerous to LGBTQIA+ people, or Equaldex, which tracks the progress of LGBTQIA+ rights around the world.
- Checking the ‘Local laws and customs’ section of your country's official foreign travel advice page
- Looking for any updates for your desired destination on the Human Rights Watch LGBTQIA+ rights page
- Buying a recommended guidebook, as many include an LGBTQIA+ section and advice for LGBTQIA+ travellers
USEFUL INFORMATION
Health and Vaccinations
There are no mandatory immunisations for travellers to Guyana though you should be up-to-date with Typhoid, Tetanus, Polio and Hepatitis A. Malaria is present in Guyana, particularly in the interior. Anti-malarial pills and mosquito bite prevention are strongly advised. We generally recommend you seek advice from your local GP or travel centre as to the correct immunisations and preventative treatments.
Currency
In Guyana the official unit of currency is the Guyanese dollar.
To check out the latest exchange rate for the places that you are visiting you can go to www.oanda.com.
Cultural Sensitivity
While Guyanese culture and customs may feel unfamiliar at first, as a visitor you are not expected to know or fully understand everything right away. Guyana is a diverse country with influences from Indigenous, African, Indian, European, and other cultures, which can make social norms unique and varied. People are generally warm and understanding, and you will likely be forgiven for any small cultural mistakes. However, as in any country you visit, it’s important to show respect for local traditions, values, and the people you meet.
Language: The official language of Guyana is English.
Language & Religion
English is the official language of Guyana so navigating the country should be easier than in other destinations. While standard English is used in formal settings, you will often hear locals speaking Guyanese Creole (Creolese), which can sometimes be difficult for visitors to follow at first.
Guyana is a multi-religious society where Christianity, Hinduism, and Islam are the primary faiths. It is common to see Guyanese people participating in festivals across different religions; for instance, many non-Hindus join in the celebrations of Divali or Phagwah (Holi). While Christian churches, Hindu mandirs, and Muslim mosques each have their own distinct traditions and places of worship, there is a deep mutual respect between these communities. Freedom of religion is a fundamental right guaranteed to all citizens by the Guyanese constitution.
Time
Guyana is 4 hours behind GMT. A useful website to check the time zone differences is www.worldtimezone.com.
Food and drink
Guyanese cuisine offers a true melting pot of Caribbean, South American, and Indian influences. While you won't find Michelin stars here, you will find world-class flavors in everything from street-side stands to upscale colonial-style dining. You can feast on authentic chicken curry and roti, hearty pepperpot (the national dish), and fresh Atlantic seafood, all reflecting the country's rich "six peoples" heritage.
Travelling Solo In Guyana
All of our small group tours are designed to cater for solo travellers: the number of solo travellers will vary from tour to tour, but usually over half will be travelling alone. Get all of the excitement of discovering new places combined with the security of travelling with an organised group, with like minded people.