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From tropical rainforests and exotic wildlife to delicious Guyanese food and friendly indigenous communities, our  small group  tours to Guyana will transport you into the heart of this lesser-known destination. 

For the ultimate wildlife encounter, travel into the heart of the rainforest via a network of bridges and observation decks suspended in the canopy. From this unique viewing point, come face-to-face with colorful birds such as Caica Parrot, Golden-Winged Parakeet and maybe even the dazzling pink Pompadour Cotinga. An abundance of wildlife can be found along the Burro Burro River too. Paddle upstream in dugout canoes with your  local tour leader  on hand to help you spot Giant Otters and Kingfisher, and learn about the many medicinal plants foraged here.

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Guyana, Suriname & French Guiana Land of Many Waters TOURCODE: GY1

Duration: 12 Days

Activity Level: 2

When To Go: Feb, Nov

Countries Visited: 3

Arrive In / Depart From: Georgetown / Paramaribo

Max Group Size: 18

Tour Style: Cultural

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Discover the country's true culture with the help of experienced local guides.

• Small group sizes to help escape the beaten path.
• Authentic local experiences with lots of inclusions.

On our Guyana, Suriname & French Guiana tour, sandy beaches, tropical climate and friendly people all work their way into defining this area of the continent.

When we venture to the only English-speaking country in South America, Guyana, and into its capital, Georgetown, we see the past clearly shine through the numerous colonial buildings and the gardens that surround them.

During this trip, we will have a chance to see an outstanding array of birds, from the 200-plus species in the vast rainforest.

While strolling down the Central Market of Paramaribo, Suriname, be sure to taste some of the delicious tropical fruits unique to the area.

A major highlight is our remote wilderness experience at Kabalebo, located in a beautiful and pristine corner of Suriname.

Prices below are per person , twin-sharing costs in Canadian Dollars (CAD) . Pricing does not include airfare to/from the tour and any applicable taxes. For single supplement rates and taxes (if any), please refer to below Prices & Dates table. For general information on flights to/from the tour, click here .

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The above prices are subject to an additional $68 for taxes/fees levied on flights that occur as part of the tour. The internal airfares ARE included (any exceptions are listed in red below), but we list the taxes separately on your invoice as they are beyond our control and can change at any time.

Optional Single Supplement: $1400 CAD (number of singles limited). This tour may require a mandatory single supplement charge of $700 if you join our share program and we are unable to pair you.

Day 1 Arrival in Georgetown Today we arrive in Georgetown, the capital of Guyana and one of South America's lesser-known locations. Named after King George III, Guyana's capital city lies on the Atlantic coast, on the east bank of Demerara River estuary. Today the city is protected by a sea wall and an elaborate drainage system designed by the Dutch. Called the garden city due to its wide tree lined avenues, this city is a little piece of the colonial past in a modern world. Built mostly of wood, Georgetown is an architectural wonder with many of its buildings dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries. Overnight in Georgetown. Included Meal(s): Dinner

Day 2 Georgetown: City Tour Today we will enjoy a city tour of Georgetown's principal sites. Here the architecture of centuries gone by will surely provide for some scenic views. We start at the Kingston Seawall and then drive to the historical center to view St George's Cathedral, one of the world's tallest free standing wooden buildings. We will also see the Parliament building, completed in 1833, as well as the simple but impressive St. Andrews Kirk. We also see the Victorian Law Courts and Town Hall, as well as the historic Stabroek Market - one of the city's most prominent landmarks. Nearby is the Walter Roth Museum of Anthropology where we make a stop. After a break for lunch we will tour the Guyana National Museum. The Castellani House is a gorgeous wooden building erected in 1877. Today this building is home to the National Art Gallery as well as rotating art exhibits by many local artists. Overnight in Georgetown. Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner

Day 3 Georgetown - Fly to Kaieteur Falls - Riverside Resort Today we depart Georgetown and travel to Kaieteur Falls by plane (approximately 1 to 1.5 hours). We will witness Guyana's astonishing Kaieteur Falls, where the Potaro River drops drastically over a precipice into the depths of a gorge 224 m (741 feet) below. This is the highest 'single-drop' waterfall in the world, and one of the most impressive and beautiful sights in the country. Guyana's ‘trademark feature’ produces breathtaking rainbows across the gorge (hopefully the weather will be clear!). Our aircraft will circle the falls, giving views to those sitting on both sides of the plane, before landing nearby. From here we will walk through a tropical gorge, stopping at a number of viewpoints along the way. There are many legends of Kaieteur, but the most enduring tells of a great old chief of the Patamona tribe whose name was Kaie. To save his people from being destroyed by the savage Caribishi, Kaie sacrificed himself to the Makonaima, the Great Spirit, by canoeing himself over the falls. * For our time here (and later at Kabalebo in Suriname), please pack a smaller collapsible overnight bag due to the nature of light aircraft used to/from these lodges. Your larger baggage will be securely stored for you. Overnight at our jungle resort. Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner

Day 4 Sloth Island - Georgetown This morning we travel by boat to to Sloth Island on the Essequibo River for some wildlife spotting and lunch. We will stop at Fort Zeelandia where we visit the fort and museum before continuing to Georgetown for our overnight. NOTE: Today we include breakfast and lunch; dinner on your own this evening. Overnight in Georgetown. Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Lunch

Day 5 Georgetown, Guyana - Fly to Paramaribo, Suriname - Kabalebo This morning we fly from Georgetown to Paramaribo, Suriname. Suriname is the smallest country in South America, with a population of just over half a million people. Set in a natural tropical wilderness, Suriname offers a splendid combination of the Caribbean and South America, with fascinating reminders of a sometimes turbulent past. Dominated by mighty rivers that provide essential highways into the rainforest and jungles of the interior, much of Suriname remains virtually untouched. Paramaribo is a former Dutch colonial town from the 17th and 18th centuries planted on the northern coast of tropical South America. The original and highly characteristic street plan of the historic centre remains intact. Here one finds black-and-white colonial Dutch buildings lining grassy squares, and in 2002 the historical inner city was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival in Paramaribo we will connect with our flight to the Kabalebo Nature Resort, a beautiful lodge lying in one of the most beautiful areas of Suriname, deep in the untouched (and malaria free) Amazon rainforest. Accessible only by air, this is an area of pristine uninhabited Amazon jungle in the western part of Suriname. The precise spot can be narrowed down to the area of the Bakhuys Mountain at the Kabalebo River. Within a range of hundreds of kilometers one finds nothing except for the flora and fauna of the splendid Amazon rainforest. Here playful monkeys leap through the treetops, colourful parrots glide above your head and unusual fish leap and quickly swim away down a secluded creek. The name “Kabalebo” in the language of the Caraib Amerindians means, “arch in the river”. Though wildlife sightings are commonplace, excursions into the jungle will increase your chances of seeing more exotic creatures. Our schedule over the next 3 days is kept flexible on purpose, and will be adjusted to meet the interests of the group. Our planned itinerary for today will be to enjoy lunch upon arrival. After lunch we will enjoy a walk through the forest on one of the trails to the BWKW rapids. After the easy hike you will have the opportunity to refresh in the river or relax on its banks. In the afternoon we will drift by boat (dugout canoe) back to the lodge. While drifting back you can enjoy the wonderful nature surrounding you. In the evening diner will be served, and you will be able to enjoy one of the delicious Surinamese dishes that the cook/chef has prepared. Overnight at Kabalebo Jungle Resort. Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 6 Kabalebo Nature Resort This truly is one of the most beautiful pieces of jungle in Suriname. Because no people live in the wide surroundings, pure untouched nature is found here. The resort lies in the middle of the Amazon jungle, and exotic tropical animals will surround you. During our time at the resort you will have the opportunity to enjoy jungle walks or hikes, during which we will become acquainted with the extensive flora and fauna of the Amazon forest. You will be introduced to the numerous inhabitants of the rainforest. Our guides will tell us about the animals making their home in this area and the medicinal qualities of the plants and jungle flowers. Because of the unique location and biodiversity, nature lovers will certainly have the time of their lives. This region is also a true birders paradise, and the bird count at the property includes more than 250 different species. The balance of the day will be free for activities, including short walks / nature hikes/wildlife viewing/boat trips/and more. Overnight at Kabalebo Nature Resort. Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 7 Kabalebo Nature Resort Today we continue to enjoy the resort. Perhaps today we will enjoy another interesting forest walk, or drift downstream in a canoe. The resort has miles of landscaped paths where you can simply wander and enjoy the best of what nature has to offer. Some of the birds that you might encounter include the Blue headed Parrot, Black Skimmer, Aracaris and the Buff Throated Saltator. Overnight at Kabalebo Nature Resort. Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 8 Kabalebo Nature Resort - Fly to Paramaribo, Suriname - Kourou This morning we will depart by charter flight back to Paramaribo. On arrival we transfer to the Albina River where we board a boat and cross over to French Guiana. We then proceed by road to Kourou. This overseas département of France is situated on the northeastern coast of South America, bounded by Brazil to the south and east, Suriname to the west, and the Atlantic Ocean to the northeast. Here the Kourou River empties into the Atlantic Ocean, and at the mouth of this river sits the town, ringed by four hills. Not much is known of the pre-colonial era, but we do know that mostly Kalina or Galibi peoples populated the area before the arrival of the French in the late 17th century. Overnight in Kourou. Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner

Day 9 Kourou: Ariane Space Centre & Cayenne This morning we travel a short distance to the Ariane Space Center where we enjoy a guided tour.* Ariane rockets, whose path out over the Atlantic is tracked from Devil's Island, have put two-thirds of all Western satellites into space. This base is by far the biggest source of income for French Guiana, whose only other cash comes from fruit grown in jungle plantations by Mhong refugees from Indo-Chinese wars. Launch schedules at the Center Spatiale Guyanaise (Guyana Space Center) are a closely-held secret so our schedule today may be amended on short notice. The usual visit here includes a bus tour that criss-crosses the center's mammoth facility, including stops at various assembly buildings and control centers. This afternoon we have a tour of Cayenne, French Guiana's atmospheric capital and the chief port. French Guiana’s cultural milieu reflects the diverse background of the resident ethnic communities. Indigenous and African crafts, customs, and arts predominate among their respective peoples. A distinctive mixed-Creole culture is dominant in the urban areas, highlighted by brilliantly coloured and distinctively patterned costumes. Avenue Général de Gaulle is the main commercial street in the center. At the east end of the avenue near the coast is the Place des Palmistes and the Place de Grenoble. Most of the city’s official buildings are located in this area, including the Hôtel de Ville (the town hall) built by Jesuits in the 1890s, the Post Office, and the Préfecture. Other points of interest include the Canal Laussat and the Botanical Gardens. In the center of town we also find the Musee Departamental, featuring exhibits on indigenous peoples and the notorious penal settlements on Devil's Island. Lively cafes and market stalls are to be found in the Place des Palmistes. * As our tour dates are confirmed and published well before rocket launch schedules (which tend to be rather fluid and last minute) are known, it is possible that a launch could impact our plans insofar as security lockdowns could curtail or cancel our visit. Though unlikely, if this happens to us, we will substitute other sightseeing in the area. Overnight in Kourou. Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner

Day 10 Kourou & Iles du Salut Today we enjoy a full-day excursion to the former penal colony on the Iles du Salut (Isles of Salvation). Commonly referred to collectively as "Devil's Island," this is really a triangle of three islands situated seven miles off the coast of Kourou. This famous (or infamous) archipelago lies about an hour out into the Caribbean and consists of: Ile Royale, Ile St Joseph and Devil's Island (Ile du Diable - inaccessible for visitation). The islands played a central role in French history as far back as 1792 when they were first employed as a transit point, first for explorers, then slaves and later for political prisoners. It was here that more than 30,000 French convicts died in horrendous prisons. Those who were sent to the islands were traitors or convicts who had proved unbreakable in the prison camps of the mainland colony. Today the islands are attractive and lush, with their flights of stone-cut steps under the palms leading to superb views of the blue sea, and the church framed in scented frangipani trees. Turtles swim in the channel below Ile Royale where once sharks waited for prisoners' bodies to be thrown into the sea. The cells, guards' quarters and administration blocks on Ile Royale have been converted into a hotel and restaurant, and there's an excellent small museum that recounts the history of the place. There's a small church, the remains of a hospital, and a cemetery with memorials to the prison staff. We later return by catamaran to Kourou. Overnight in Kourou. Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 11 Kourou, French Guiana - Paramaribo, Suriname This morning we travel by road back to Paramaribo (though it may seem logical to fly onward from Cayenne, the lack of and high-changeability of flights, and the inconvenience of the available schedules--mostly through Paris!--result in this overland route). On arrival we have a city tour. At the central market you can find tropical fruit and vegetables galore, and here one can meet a cross-section of Suriname's ethnically diverse population. We will stop at the Neveh Shalom Synagogue, standing in the centre of town next to the largest mosque in the Caribbean. As we explore part of the city on foot we will witness the diversity of Paramaribo, including the monuments and historical buildings in and around the city center that were added to the World Heritage List by UNESCO. The Palm Garden, which is behind the Presidential Palace, is famous for its stately palm trees, and the Waterfront (Independence Square) is the centre of activity during national holidays. Here one often finds several food stands! We will see the historic Fort Zeelandia, which has been turned into a museum highlighting Suriname's history and arts. Overnight in Paramaribo. Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner

Day 12 Departure Departure from Paramaribo. BON VOYAGE! Included Meal(s): Breakfast

Inclusions Breakfast and dinner daily (hotels and local restaurants). All transport (including internal flights) accommodation, sightseeing and entrance fees for sites noted as "visited" in the detailed itinerary. Gratuities for local guides, drivers, restaurant staff, porters. Airport transfers for land & air customers and for early arriving/late departing land & air customers who book their extra hotel nights through us.

Exclusions International airfare to/from the tour. Tour Leader gratuity, some lunches, drinks, personal items (phone, laundry, etc), departure taxes, domestic and international air taxes (if applicable). Airport transfers for Land Only customers. Optional trip cancellation insurance. Our post-reservation trip notes offer further guidance on optional meal costs, shopping, packing, advance reading, and locally paid departure taxes.

Seasonality and Weather This tour occurs twice a year, outside hurricane season and during the drier/slightly cooler and less humid season (Nov-May). That said you must be prepared for sticky heat at this destination at any time of year.

Transport and Travel Conditions Local land transport provided by air-conditioned bus, minibus, and/or taxi. Kaieteur Falls and Kabalebo flights via light charter aircraft. For our nights at Kabalebo, you must bring a smaller bag max weight 7 kg/15 lbs due to the nature of the light aircraft used. Larger bags will be kept securely during this time. This tour is not strenuous per se, but our "2" level rating refers to the ambitious nature of the itinerary, the remote locations covered, the tropical heat/humidity, and several activities (ie jungle walks) that one must be prepared for in order to fully enjoy all elements of this trip. One must also be mindful of the nature of the places we visit within this region, one of the least-visited corners of this continent. Tourist-related infrastructure, facilities, and service levels are not well-developed, and you will no doubt experience some "rough edges" and things that don't work as efficiently as one would expect or hope. While every effort is made to ensure that you get the most out of your experience, comfortably and safely, in these three out-of-the-way places, one must pack one's sense of adventure enjoy the unique attributes of each destination for what they are.

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Accommodation Well-located, air-conditioned, mid-range (3 & 4 star) hotels/resorts with en suite toilet and bath throughout (probably shower only - no bathtub). Single rooms are limited in number and likely smaller than doubles. Porter service is usually available though you should be independent with your luggage, especially at airports and ferries. Please note that Wifi, though available in theory, may be weak or suffer from outages. Please note that internet is a chargeable service at Kabalebo owing to the cost of the satellite uplink. Maximum 3 single rooms available (additional singles may be available upon request) Please click on "Map & Hotels" for more details.

Staff and Support Tour Leader, driver/s, and local step on guides.

Group Size Maximum 18 (plus Tour Leader)

Regions visited: South America Countries visited: Guyana ; Suriname and French Guiana

*The red tour trail on the map does not represent the actual travel path.

The following is a list of sample hotels at some locations included on this tour. The hotels shown here are meant to provide a general sense of the standard of hotel we usually aim for; they are not necessarily confirmed for your chosen departure.

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The Guyanas Tour

This year YPT have resurrected an old favourite, our complete Guyanas tour which includes – Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana! Known as the “land of many waters” each with its diverse colonial past and not to forget some of the best distillers of rum in the world!

On this tour, we also go back to our classic roots, backpacking style but with your expert YPT guides leading the way through Guyana, a former British colony, Suriname, a former Dutch colony, and French Guiana, a French territory and part of the European Union!

We’ll do classic city tours loaded with colonial architecture, delicious street food, experiencing the nightlife in true YPT style and even casinos for those inclined. We’ll also board a small chartered flight to the pristine Kaieteur Falls, as well as visit the European Space Agency base in Guiana, and the infamous former French penal colony of Devil’s Island.

This is very much off the beaten track and keeping to our roots, a budget tour that’s packed with the best of the Guyanas – the least visited countries of South America!

Monday 21st October – Georgetown, Guyana

• Arrival at your leisure and self-transfer to our centrally located hostel in Georgetown.
• For those of you arriving early we will be heading to the Demerara Rum Distillery – this rum is unique to the region and our personal favourite!  We’ll see and learn about the unique distillery process and of course taste a few samples.
• Pre-tour meeting will be held at the lobby of our hotel at 6:00pm to discuss the tour itinerary and to meet your fellow travellers and YPT guide.
• Head out for dinner to the best Indian restaurant in Georgetown. The Indian community is one of the biggest in Georgetown and heavily influenced their cuisine.
• After dinner we’ll move on to a local establishment which has a selection of local rums and a local Banks beer, available as a lager or a milk stout and to get to know your group members.
• Overnight in Georgetown.

Tuesday 22nd October – Georgetown – Kaieteur Falls – Georgetown

• Breakfast at the hotel.
• Head to the airport and board our chartered flight at 11:30am departing Georgetown to see one of the natural wonders of the world, the rarely visited Kaieteur Falls.
• One of the highlights of this trip are the amazing views from our propeller plane as we reach the falls – here you can appreciate the sheer size of Kaieteur falls.
• We arrive at Kaieteur Falls at 2:00pm – which is a short 15 minutes’ walk from the airport.
• Lunch before exploring our beautiful surroundings.
• After 2 hours exploring the falls and taking some epic photos. The Kaieteur Falls are on the Potaro River right in the middle of the remote location and dense Guyana rainforest was hiding the world’s largest single drop waterfall.
• After an epic day we’ll catch the 4:00 pm flight back to Georgetown.
• This time we’ll explore the Chinese neighbourhood, another of the big community of Georgetown. For dinner, we’ll head to a local Chinese restaurant followed by much deserved drinks.

Wednesday 23rd October – Georgetown

• After breakfast we head out on a walking tour to explore Georgetown known as the “Garden City of the Caribbean” – the only capital city in South America to have been a British colony.
• You’ll explore with us the Gothic Revival City Hall, St. George’s Cathedral, and Independence Square.
• Head to the Parliament Building which dates from 1829 – its history runs deep housing two cannons used during the Crimean War.
• Explore the Stabroek Market with its prominent clock tower – this is the largest and busiest area in the city.
• Street food by the market for lunch and continue to Walter Roth Museum of Anthropology which gives a great lowdown on the Amerindian heritage of the country.
• If there’s time we’ll stroll around the Botanical Gardens which is where families head towards the evening to relax and unwind.
• We’ll go for a quick rest back at the hostel before we head out again.
• Dinner in our favourite burger place.
• Begin exploring the nightlife by hitting some of the many rum bars before finishing at the 24-hour nightclub/bar popular with the locals called Jerries.

Thursday 24th October – Georgetown – Paramaribo, Suriname

• Early morning start with a packed breakfast ready to board our private bus to Paramaribo – capital of Suriname. This is backpacking and adventure at its finest as we drive through pristine countryside as the sunrises to the ferry port to Suriname.
• Board our 10:30 am ferry, followed by another bus to Suriname capital city.
• Along the scenic journey we’ll have lunch.
• On arrival, we’ll check-in to our centrally located hotel for a nice shower before heading out.
• Dinner at a creole restaurant where you’ll have the chance to try its very local dish, which combines three central ingredients: chicken, citrus juice and pomtajer, a local root similar to potato.
• We’ll head out for a night in the town to see how the local rum compares to its western neighbour – it would be rude if we didn’t.
• Overnight in Paramaribo.

Friday 25th October – Paramaribo

• Today we’ll be up early for a city tour around Paramaribo before making our way to Fort Zeelandia – which is an important site in Surinamese history and has the best views overlooking the Suriname River.
• We will do a visit to the Paramaribo flea market where we can see the local people buying and selling a whole manner of things. This is a real look into the contemporary life of this developing country.
• Along the journey, we’ll discover and learn about the religious diversity of the city. We’ll visit beautiful and impressive, Churches, Mosques, Synagogues and Hindu Temples that all coexist in the city.
• Lunch by the Suriname River.
• We will take a boat to explore the riverside, visiting the old New Amsterdam fort and a plantation. There are high chances to see dolphins!
• Dinner in Zus, a restaurant frequented by locals with live music.
• You cannot truly know a place unless you have been to its main nightclub, so we visit Mystique Pool café for a night out drinking with the locals.

Saturday 26th October – Paramaribo – Saint Lauren du Maroni, French Guiana – Kouro

• Breakfast followed by an early morning drive to Kouro, in French Guyana, one of the furthest parts of the EU – French Guiana (they even take Euros!), again taking it to travel extremes by having to board a rickety boat to cross the river.
• We will meet with our local guide for a tour in Saint Lauren du Maroni, where we will visit a former transportation camp, where French prisoners would be sent to work as slaves.
• Lunch in a local restaurant that really will make you feel like you are in Paris.
• We continue along our journey to Kouro, where we will check in at our hotel.
• Evening walk around Kouro, dinner and the opportunity of tasting some of the local craft beer.
• Overnight in Kouro.

Sunday 27th October – Kouro – Devil’s Island – Cayenne, 

• Breakfast at our hotel before we head out to the Guiana Space Centre.
• The Space Centre is also the main spaceport of the European Space Agency. Geographically, the spaceport is situated close to the equator and thus easier to launch a spacecraft into an equatorial, geostationary orbit!
• Lunch before we hop on a 1 hour cruise to Devil’s Island for a 3 hour tour of the most infamous penal colony in the world – only 2,000 survived out of 60,000 souls imprisoned there.  This was a French prison in the 19th and 20th centuries with prisoners sent there from France and other French colonies worldwide. Home to Alfred Dreyfus in the late 19th – a chilling place.
• Evening arrival in Cayenne, capital of this French territory/colony hopefully in time for the sunset and our last farewell dinner followed by a night out!
• Overnight in Cayenne.

Monday 28th October – Cayenne

• Breakfast at the hotel before we begin a walking tour of Cayenne, including Place de Palmistes, colonial French Architecture, St Saviour Cathedral, and Fort Ceparou.
• End of the tour depart at your own convenience. YPT can arrange additional nights in Cayenne and land transport back to Paramaribo for a fee. We are more than happy to provide advice for ongoing flights.

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• Start Date : October 21st 2024 End Date : October 28th 2024
• Price : $2195
• Duration: 7 nights, 8 days

Tour Highlights

• Experience one of the most pristine waterfalls around the world: Kaieteur Falls in Guyana
• Visit the former French penal colony of Devil’s Island and the European Space Centre in French Guiana – one of the furthest parts of EU territory
• Road trip from Georgetown through Paramaribo to Cayenne in this mostly unknown part of South America

Inclusions and exclusions

• Twin-shared accommodation • Full visa support • Breakfasts • All transport to complete the tour • YPT and local English speaking guides • All entrance fees unless stated

• International flights to and from the tour • Visa fees • Single Supplement ($200) • Travel insurance • Lunches, dinners, and personal spending • Tips for guides

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Tours to Guyana

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From tropical rainforests and exotic wildlife to delicious Guyanese food and friendly indigenous communities, our  small group  tours to Guyana will transport you into the heart of this lesser-known destination. 

For the ultimate wildlife encounter, travel into the heart of the rainforest via a network of bridges and observation decks suspended in the canopy. From this unique viewing point, come face-to-face with colourful birds such as Caica Parrot, Golden-Winged Parakeet and maybe even the dazzling pink Pompadour Cotinga. An abundance of wildlife can be found along the Burro Burro River too. Paddle upstream in dugout canoes with your  local tour leader  on hand to help you spot Giant Otters and Kingfisher, and learn about the many medicinal plants foraged here.

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From big wows to hidden gems, our tours leave you feeling that you've really explored.

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Average groups of 11; solos, couples and friends, united by a desire for authentic experiences.

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Naturalist Journeys is thrilled to offer Guyana nature tours. Truly the gem of South America, Guyana’s original tropical forest, incredible wildlife, and unique approach to eco-tourism make it a destination that can’t be missed. From monkeys to motmots, wild cats to river otters, and butterflies to hummingbirds, Guyana teems with life and beckons to be explored. Our Guyana wildlife tours are growing in popularity ... the secret's out! If one of our Guyana tours or any of our other South American birding tours interests you, let us know !

Guided Group Tours

Group travel is rewarding and fun! With more eyes you see more species. Travel Planners of Naturalist Journeys and Caligo Ventures have been creating memorable journeys for 40+ years. We offer you small-group birding and nature tours, limited to just 8-10 persons led by expert guides. Learn and explore with like-minded people, enjoy local food and culture, and immerse yourself in birding and nature.

Conservation Corner

We value conservation – it is at the heart of our work. All Naturalist Journeys’ tours support local conservation projects. Browse the links below to learn more about positive local work to save and conserve the wildlife and landscapes we visit.

Mercury Abatement Mercury contamination resulting from small-scale gold mining continues to be a critical environmental threat in Guyana. World Wildlife Fund (WWF) Guianas works to abate the impact of gold mining , along with promoting sustainable fisheries, marine turtle conservation, protected areas planning, and land acquisition. Makushi People Amerindian communities of Makushi people are found throughout North Rupununi, where their ancestors lived for at least 7,000 years. Forest Conservation Increasing threats from forest logging are being fiercely opposed by coalitions of indigenous peoples and non-profit organizations like the Rainforest Foundation US .

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Holidays to Guyana mean visiting pristine rainforests, open savannahs and spectacular waterfalls (the Kaieteur Falls are almost five times higher than Niagara Falls), not to mention vast populations of exotic wildlife and birdlife. Guyana is made up of 87% virgin rainforest and receives only about 3,000 tourists a year - so when you are on your Guyana holiday, you know that you are visiting a place that is rarely seen by others.

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Quick Country Facts

Time Zone: GMT -4 hours

Captial: Georgetown

Currency: Guyanese Dollar

Why visit Guyana?

Guyana is a melting pot of cultures; its ethnic makeup being Amerindians, Africans, Indians, Europeans and Chinese inhabitants, which creates a fascinating mixture of religion, culture and festivals and cuisine that you do not find anywhere else in South America. It is one of South America's smallest countries, situated on its north east coast, and bordered by Suriname to the south east, Venezuela to the west, Brazil to the south and the Atlantic to the North.

Wildlife spotting opportunities here are second to none with the chance of seeing jaguar, giant anteater, giant river otters, black caiman, tapir, eight species of monkey, tiny frogs, turtles, snakes and over 800 species of birds including the harpy eagle, one of the world’s largest eagles.

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• We've been leading wildlife travel since our first South Africa tours over 25 years ago
• Our Travel Specialists have lived in their specialist area for years
• We work with local guides to immerse you deeper in our diverse range of experiences

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• You'll speak to your own expert who'll share their first-hand knowledge
• We'll make your itinerary seamless with 24/7 emergency contact available
• Your Travel Specialist will listen to ensure you have the best chance of seeing the wildlife you love

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• We take care to actively contribute to the conservation of environments we visit
• For select countries, we make a charitable donation on your behalf when you make your booking
• We've partnered with conservation experts and NGOs to curate responsible tours

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Evergreen Adventure Guyana

Your Gateway to Unforgettable Guyana Tours

Lethem Day Tour

Minimum of 2 people

Board a scheduled flight to land in Lethem located in the Rupununi. Have a mini tour of the town of Lethem and St. Ignatius, a nearby Indigenous community. Continue your tour over the Takutu Bridge to arrive at Bomfin in Brazil. The Takutu Bridge is deemed to be the all-weather road connection between Guyana and Brazil. Enjoy lunch at a scenic location in Bomfin.

After lunch, we return to Guyana to experience the relaxing time at the Kumu Falls where you can take a refreshing swim. Later this afternoon, we returned to Lethem Airport to board a scheduled flight to land at the Eugene F. Correia International Airport

Trip Highlights

• Enjoy a mini tour of the town of Lethem

Tour of the nearby Indigenous community St. Ignatius.

Visit Bomfin in Brazil for lunch.

Return to Guyana for a visit to the Kumu Falls

Visit the town of Lethem, an Indigenous community then enjoy lunch in Bomfin and return to Guyana for a relaxing afternoon at the Kumu Falls.

check-in at Trans Guyana Airways, Eugene F. Correia International Airport at Ogle.

Board the scheduled flight for the journey to Lethem, arriving at 08:30 AM.

Upon arrival at Lethem airport, your guide will pick you up as you begin your day of adventure. Enjoy a mini tour of Lethem, a town in Guyana located in the Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo region.

Next, make a short visit to a neighboring Indigenous village, St. Ignatius.

Continue the tour over the Takutu Bridge, making a brief stop on the bridge, and then continuing to Bonfim in Brazil. The Takutu River Bridge establishes an all-weather road connection between Guyana and Brazil

Enjoy lunch at a scenic location in Bonfim.

After lunch return to Guyana and head to nearby Kumu Waterfalls to spend the rest of the afternoon. (Pack swimwear, towels, bug spray, sunscreen, and change of clothing)

Return to Lethem airport for scheduled flight back to Eugene F. Correia International Airport. (1545hrs check-in and 1645hrs departure) L

• All internal ground transportation in Lethem
• Return scheduled flight with Trans Guyana Airways
• Activities as described
• Local guides

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• Alcoholic beverages

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• Light, comfortable clothing & Swimwear
• Comfortable footwear ( Hiking Sandals or Sneakers)
• Hats & Light Towel
• Cameras, Binoculars, Insect repellant & Sunscreen

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