26/10/2026
Guyana is set to welcome international attention this month as His Majesty King Charles III visits the country as part of a royal tour of the Caribbean beginning on 27 October.
From the thundering Kaieteur Falls to vast tropical rainforests and open savannahs, the visit is an opportunity to showcase one of the world’s last great untouched destinations, its rich natural wonders, and the warmth and diversity of its people.
Kamrul Baksh, Director of the Guyana Tourism Authority says “The visit of His Majesty King Charles III is a proud moment for Guyana and an opportunity to share the beauty, culture and character of our country with the world. Guyana’s tourism sector has tremendous potential, grounded in our natural heritage, the warmth of our people and the richness of our diverse cultures. As we continue to develop this industry, we are focused on creating opportunities for investment, strengthening international partnerships and ensuring that tourism contributes meaningfully to the lives of our people. We welcome His Majesty to Guyana and look forward to building on the longstanding ties between our countries to develop a tourism sector that brings pride to all Guyanese and lasting benefit to future generations.”
The launch of the direct British Airways flight to Georgetown in March 2023, along with a connection from Amsterdam with KLM from June 2025, has helped open up access and generate awareness. 2025 saw a 22% year-on-year increase in visitor arrivals reaching its highest number, and a 45% increase from 2019.
Danny Callaghan, CEO of The Latin American Travel Association (LATA) says, “King Charles’ visit to Guyana will highlight a destination that many UK travellers have not yet discovered. Guyana offers extraordinary rainforest, wildlife and cultural experiences, and with direct flights from London Gatwick it has never been easier to reach. For our members, this is a timely opportunity to share what makes Guyana so special, and for UK travellers, a reason to start planning their own journey.”
LATA has collated six tours taking in Guyana:
GUYANA: TRAVELS INTO THE LAND OF THE GIANTS WITH STEPPES TRAVEL
The trip begins in Georgetown, Guyana’s colonial capital, where travellers overnight before visiting the Kaieteur Falls, one of the world’s most powerful single-drop waterfalls. The group flies on to Iwokrama River Lodge for two nights, exploring the million-acre Iwokrama Rainforest by dawn boat trip on the Essequibo River, on foot to Turtle Mountain, and via the Iwokrama Canopy Walkway. The journey continues overland and by river to Atta Rainforest Lodge, Surama Eco Lodge and Rock View Lodge in Annai, taking in night walks, the Cock-of-the-rock trail and a pre-dawn hike up Surama Mountain, before travelling on to Karanambu Lodge to see giant water lilies and a wealth of wildlife. The final wildlife leg is based at Caiman House in Yupukari village, with a night boat trip to support ongoing black caiman research, before the group transfers to Lethem and flies back to Georgetown for a city tour and a final night at Cara Lodge. Throughout, the route offers genuine chances to spot jaguar, giant otter and caiman, alongside harpy eagles and the courtship displays of the cock-of-the-rock.
A 13-day tour is priced from £5,995 per person, excluding flights, including listed activities and accommodation, and runs as a small-group departure limited to 12 travellers with local expert guiding throughout.
GUYANA NATURE EXPERIENCE WITH RAINBOW TOURS
The 13-night trip includes a day in Kaieteur National Park (at 228 metres, Kaieteur Falls is almost five times the height of Niagara Falls) and Orinduik Falls before travelling to Iwokrama for jungle hikes and boat trips, the Makushi village of Surama and on to the savannahs.
Species you would hope to see include the elusive jaguar, giant river otters, giant anteaters, black caiman, cabybara, red howler monkeys and some of Guyana’s “must see” birds including the Crimson Fruitcrow.
Priced from £7,835 per person sharing including return international flights, internal flights and transfers, all accommodation, most meals, local guides, park and entrance fees and experiences as per the itinerary. This is priced as a small group tour with a minimum of two people travelling together (maximum 12). It is possible to book as a private experience on request.
WILDLIFE WANDERINGS AND UNTOUCHED LANDSCAPES: A GUYANESE ADVENTURE WITH VOYAGEURS DU MONDE
Explore the wildest of rainforest landscapes and savannahs spotting myriad animal species along the way on this two-week adventure in Guyana. After a stop to explore Georgetown, journey to the Iwokrama Rainforest where you can trails and canopy walks, before visiting an Amerindian village to learn traditional handicrafts and skills. Continue on to the foothills of the Pakaraima Mountains, where we can organise for you to go out in search of giant anteaters, with the help of local cowboys.
Priced from £6,075 pp for a 14-day trip, based on two sharing. Price includes flights, private transfers, activities and 13 nights’ B&B accommodation.
GUYANA WILDLIFE: SOUTH AMERICA’S FINAL FRONTIER WITH JOURNEY LATIN AMERICA
Journey deep into one of South America’s wildest corners on this 13-day adventure through Guyana. Marvel at spectacular Kaieteur Falls before exploring pristine rainforest, vast savannahs and remote Amerindian communities. Stay at characterful wilderness lodges while searching for Guyana’s extraordinary wildlife, from giant river otters and black caiman to colourful birdlife and, if you’re lucky, elusive jaguars. With visits to Iwokrama Forest, Surama and the Rupununi, this is a true off-the-beaten-track adventure for wildlife lovers.
Priced from £6,070 per person internal transportation, simple to mid-range hotels/lodges, most meals and excursions. International flights are extra.
EXPLORING THE THREE GUIANAS WITH LINGER
A journey through under-the-radar destinations that most people couldn’t pinpoint on a map. These three neighbouring countries have very distinct characters: one is a corner of France with Caribbean flair; one is a former Dutch colony and a rainforest nation where rivers are the country’s roads; one is the only English-speaking nation in South America, home to thundering waterfalls and tribal-run rainforest lodges.
A 19-night trip from £14,995 per person excluding international and domestic flights, including specified meals, all accommodation, transfers, guides and specified excursions.
UNCOVERING THE GUIANAS WITH LATIN ROUTES
This 16-day journey explores three of Latin America’s least travelled destinations, where dense rainforest, river systems and a strong Caribbean influence shape a rich and distinctive sense of place. Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana each offer their own cultural identity, yet together they form a compelling route through wilderness, history and everyday life that feels far removed from more familiar travel paths.
Priced from £ 9,399pp including international and domestic flights, transfers, excursions and twin share accommodation as specified. A private tour is from £10,999 per person
For more information on the Latin American Travel Association (LATA), please visit https://www.lata.travel/ or email Katie Cosstick: katie@lata.travel
