THINGS TO DO | Discover Guyana
Guyana is a kind of place that's becoming increasingly rare in the world today; come and you'll find untouched nature with amazing wildlife and birding experiences, rich culture and heritage, warm hospitality and a relaxing, Caribbean vibe. 90% of the population live along the coast, leaving the country's lush interior untouched, and ripe for ...
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GUYANA TRAVEL GUIDELINES - Discover Guyana
Review our Travel Tips for a smooth journey to Guyana. Keep a copy of your passport and visa, travel insurance, itinerary and important phone numbers handy for checking in at hotels and lodges or in the case of an emergency.
ABOUT | Discover Guyana
Surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean to the north, and Venezuela, Brazil and Suriname, Guyana is South America’s best-kept secret. Miles of golden savannahs, pristine virgin rainforest, hundreds of kilometres of coastline, and a hilly sand and clay region – Guyana has it all.
Travel Advisory - Discover Guyana
You can get real-time updates on our Guyana Tourism Authority’s Facebook page or email us at info@guyanatourism.com. Below you can find more information on: COVID-19 in Guyana. International Travel. Domestic Travel. Closures and Postponements. How to Reduce the Risk when Travelling. Tourism Sector Health and Resiliency. For More Information
Visitor Guidlines | Discover Guyana
Help protect Guyana’s abundant wildlife, birdlife, and marine life. Maintain a respectful distance, use binoculars and telephoto lenses, and refrain from feeding wild animals of any kind. Wildlife and “bush fish” may be served in select restaurants and available in some markets.
CONSERVATION - Discover Guyana
Guyana’s rich biodiversity, dramatic landscapes, and friendly Indigenous Peoples provide a dazzling diversity of experiences in nature. Together with visionary community leaders and tour operators, a new form of conservation tourism has evolved from ecotourism.
NATURE & WILDLIFE - Discover Guyana
Guyana’s pristine landscapes are waiting to be discovered. Its virgin rainforests, innumerable waterfalls, vast open savannahs, mountain ranges, and extensive river systems are home to rich biodiversity found in few places on the planet.
TRAVEL TIPS - Discover Guyana
Being a tropical country just above the equator, Guyana has only two seasons – dry and green. It is best to select a time period for the region you want to visit based on your interests and chosen activities. Peak (Dry) Season. Coast: mid-January to May; and mid-July to mid-November. Interior: January to early May and September to December
BIRDING - Discover Guyana
While birding enthusiasts visit with varied expectations, Guyana is particularly good for viewing the top ten Guiana Shield Endemics. These include the Hoatzin, Guyana's National Bird; the Harpy Eagle, one of the largest and most powerful rainforest raptors; and the Red Siskin.