Guyana

Guyana is not for the faint hearted, accommodation can be basic, roads unpaved and vehicles battered by the terrain, however any well-prepared, adventurous visitor will be justly rewarded by this country’s raw and untouched wilderness

Guyana, ‘Land of Many Waters’, lies at a point where the Caribbean meets South America. It is about the same size as Great Britain and is the only country in South America where English is the official language. Jaguars still roam the forests, leatherback turtles nest on the beaches and giant river otters and arapaima are easily spotted in Guyana’s many rivers, not to mention the 800 or so bird species that hide in the forests of this wildlife rich destination. Beyond the wildlife are the falls at Kaieteur, the protected forest at Iwokrama, the Amerindian tribes and the capital Georgetown, all forming part of Guyana’s unique and distinctive appeal.

Flights & Facts:

Fly to: Georgetown - British Airways/Caribbean Star daily via Barbados. Flying time: 12 hours Time difference: GMT-4hrs Visas: Not required for UK passport holders Health requirements: Yellow fever certificate required if arriving from an infected area. Best time to travel: Sep - Apr

Weather:

Guyana’s climate is tropical throughout the year. December to January and May to August are the rainy seasons, with August to October being the hottest months. Temperatures are more comfortable on the plateau, while Atlantic sea breezes bring welcome relief to the coastal areas.