Guyana
South America · Americas
- Capital
- Georgetown
- Currency
- Guyanese Dollar (GYD G$)
- Language
- English, Guyanese Creole
- Timezone
- UTC-4
- Safety rating
- 5/10
- Best time to visit
- The dry seasons (September to November and February to April) are best for wildlife viewing and reaching interior lodges.
Overview
The only English-speaking country in South America, Guyana is a wild frontier of pristine rainforest, savannahs, and the thundering Kaieteur Falls—one of the world's most powerful single-drop waterfalls. With rich Indo- and Afro-Caribbean culture, it's an emerging eco-tourism gem teeming with giant otters, jaguars, and harpy eagles.
Visa requirements
Citizens of the US, EU, Canada, UK, and many other countries enter visa-free for stays of up to 90 days with a valid passport.
Safety information
Georgetown has notable crime, so avoid walking at night and keep valuables hidden; the interior is safer but remote. Use trusted tour operators for jungle trips and arrange transport in advance.
Travel tips
Carry Guyanese dollars in cash, especially for interior travel where cards and ATMs are unavailable. Internal flights are often the only way to reach remote eco-lodges. Pack insect repellent and prepare for humid, tropical conditions.