Guyana

With its Caribbean coastline and rugged, jungle-smothered interior, Guyana is an ideal destination for adventure seekers and nature lovers seeking an immersive adventure that few travellers experience.

In Guyana's lush interior you'll find a maze of spectacular rivers, gorges, table-top mountains and waterfalls, and some of the world's most dense and bio diverse remaining tracts of tropical rainforest, teeming with rare flora and remarkable wildlife. Wild and unspoiled, this is the Amazon at its most rugged and remote.

Join our exciting new trip to Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana and spend your days travelling through Amazonian jungle, spotting exotic wildlife, enjoying accommodation under a stunning rainforest canopy and discovering local Amerindian cultures from the some of world's most friendly and hospitable people.

Finally, you'll reach the astonishing Kaieteur Falls, the world's widest single drop waterfall, where there are no crowds, touts or tourist buses to be seen - just the awe-inspiring spectacle of one of the world's most powerful waterfalls dumping water from its striking table-top sandstone plateau to the Potaro River far below. Only witnessed by a handful of adventurous travelers each year, it's a sight that's sure to stay with you for life!

Once back in Georgetown, you'll discover the Caribbean vibe and faded colonial architecture of Guyana's laidback capital, with its remnants of British, Dutch, Creole and French influence on every street.

Join us on a thrilling adventure and be one of the few to experience this little-visited gem of South America!

Beautiful verdant views across Kaieteur Falls

Find your Guyana adventure

Guyana highlights

 

Why travel with us

Authentic experiences

Guyana is one of the few remaining unexplored destinations. Join our 'Overland to Kaieteur Falls' trip to journey through unspoiled rainforests and meet locals for an authentic experience that few travellers can claim as their own.

Ultimate value

Our Guayana adventures offer exceptional value for money, featuring good quality, centrally located accommodation and private transportation. Additionally we aim to incorporate as many inclusions as posisble in the trip cost such as most meals, entrance and permit fees, transfers and excursions.

Experienced local guides

The passionate and professional local guides we employ will take you off the beaten track to reveal a genuine insight into their homeland. Their extensive local knowledge and willingness to share it with you make your Guayana experience incredibly memorable.

Leaders in responsible travel

Responsible travel practice is at the heart of our travel in Guyana. When you book one of our adventures you're supporting true sustainability in the protection of local communities, natural environments and wildlife.

Responsible travel

 

Longstanding relationships

The relationships with our suppliers, partners and staff have been in place for years, enabling us to trust in their responsible travel practices.

Guide training

With the tourism sector in Guyana in its infancy, we are playing an active role in training a new generation of guides and leaders through the provision of professional development in tourism courses.

Sustainable opportunities

We create viable and sustainable opportunities in ecotourism for local communities as a more attractive alternative to logging, mining, and megafarms owned by multinational corporations.

Accommodation

Hotels

In cities or large towns you will be accommodated in 3 to 4 star properties that are centrally located, atmospheric and reliable.

Lodges

Our lodges provide comfortable accommodation that is well maintained and with good facilities.

Jungle camping

Camp in beautiful locations in the heart of the jungle and experience the unforgettable sounds of the rainforest by night.

Leaders in the field

Andreas Holland

Andreas has always made our South America programs special. He has lived in South America for over 30 years, much of this time in Peru. His special knowledge of the mountains and passion for supporting local communities is evident in our program in Peru and Bolivia. Each year Andreas travels to different parts of the world to impart his vast knowledge, so stay tuned, he may be in your city soon!

Simon Yates

Simon has been at the very forefront of mountaineering for almost two decades with first ascents in the Andes, Himalaya and Karakoram. Best known as the climbing partner to Joe Simpson in Touching the Void, Simon has developed a strong reputation as an engaging expedition leader.

Sarah Higgins

Sarah joined World Expeditions in 2006 and became operations manager in 2010. South America is her second home and she has enjoyed many adventures in its beautiful landscapes. Her travels include 'across the circle' into Antarctica, among many others. When Sarah is not planning itineraries you'll find her out on the 'rock' and in the Australian bush with her avid interest in rock climbing and bushwalking.

Greg Lee

There's nothing Greg enjoys more than setting out in search of adventure in Latin America. This passion shines through in the breadth of unique adventures reflected in the fantastic line-up of trips on offer. Greg is drawn to the beauty of this region's scenery, fascinating history, varied cultures and most of all, its people.

Dr Ross Anderson

Dr Anderson lives with his wife in a small town near the Lakes District in the north of England. He is a family doctor and spends much of his spare time travelling as an expedition doctor. He has more than 10 years of altitude and travel medicine experience. Previous treks and expeditions have focused on the Himalayas, with others in the Scandinavian Arctic and mountainous areas of Africa. He also enjoys trail running, cycling and open-water swimming.

Custom made itineraries

A custom made itinerary is the ultimate way to see the world how YOU want. They are created especially for you, giving you complete freedom to choose what you want to see, where you want to go and when you want to do it. If you love our current itineraries but want to customise it privately as a couple, a group of friends, family, club, business or school, you have the freedom to add or remove as many elements as you like to suit the interests of your group. Alternatively, you can start with a blank canvas and create a new and exciting itinerary from scratch! Our well-travelled consultants can give you firsthand suggestions and eliminate any uncertainty with trip planning to ensure you maximise the quality of your experience and get truly off the beaten track. Simply email, phone or visit us to start planning your dream adventure.

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Country information

Currency

Guyanese Dollar

Holders of Cirrus cards can obtain cash from ATM machines in Georgetown only. Maestro Cards work at Scotia Bank, a maximum of GY$30 000.00 can be withdrawn at a time, but you can reinsert your card several times.

Credit cards are not widely accepted and you should check prior to using the service. Most major hotels and some restaurants will accept credit cards

International Dialing Code

+592

Electricity
Type A plug

Electricity in Guyana is 120 Volts, at 60 hertz. The most common pin type is A. (2 flat prong).

Visas

Australian, British, Canadian, United States and New Zealand passport holders do not require a visa for entry into Guyana for stays of up to 30 days.

Visa regulations change and you should be prepared for this. If you are stopping over or transiting other countries en-route to your destination, you should also check the visa requirements for that destination. It is your responsibility to obtain the necessary visas.

All other nationalities should check with your nearest embassy or consulate.