Welcome to Guyana
Guyana is famous for its tropical climate all year because of that most of its citizens live along the warm coast., is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the north, by Suriname (along the Courantyne River) to the east, by Brazil to the south and southwest, and by Venezuela to the west.
Answers on questions
What Should I Pack for Guyana?
Take notes and consider the following suggestions:
- Rain Gear: Guyana can often be hot and humid with heavy rainfalls along the coast and dryness in the deep savannas. Be sure to be ready for the temperatures. It is essential to carry sunscreen and water-protective gear.
- Bug Repellant: Considering that this country is a place with a lot of nature. In some cases, there are mosquito-borne illnesses in Guyana. It is a vital key to bring bug repellent just in case.
What permits are needed to visit Guyana?
- Guyana Visa: When you need to get your Guyana travel visa processed quickly, Travel Document Systems is here to help. All Guyana visa requirements and application forms, plus convenient online ordering.
- Guyana Tourist Visa for Non-US Passport Holders: When traveling to Guyana with a Non-US Passport, a Tourist Visa is required.
- Passport: Valid for at least six months at the time of entry and until the date your trip ends.
Main languages and religion in Guyana?
The official and principal language is English, but also Hindi and Urdu are spoken occasionally among older Indo-Guyanese that live in the city.
About the climate of Guyana?
The climate in Guyana is based on constant high temperatures, heavy rainfall, and high humidity in some months of the year. Coastal areas have a stable annual temperature range between 26 and 28 °C (79-82 °F).
General General Facts
Area
Guyana has an area of 215,000 square kilometers.
The Location
Guyana is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the north, by Suriname (along the Courantyne River) to the east, Brazil to the south and southwest, and Venezuela to the west.
Capital
The Capital of Guyana is Georgetown, this city.
Guyana's Regions
Region 1: The Barima-Waini
This region gets its name from its two most important rivers and is also bordered in the north by the low coastal plain. The coast is well known for its beautiful beaches, particularly Shell Beach, the only beach in the world to host four species of sea turtles from March to July.
Region 2: Pomeroon-Supenaam
This is a region of Esequiban Guyana that comprises forested highland and low coastal plain. There are three lakes on the Essequibo Coast – Capoey, Mainstay, and Hot and Cold. Capote is near Anna Regina. The 3 lakes symbolize three of the standard elements, with earth being represented by the land.
Region 3: Essequibo Islands – West Demerara
This region is made up of the islands in the Essequibo River such as Leguan and Wakenaam, and the Western portion of mainland Demerara. It is made up of low coastland, hilly sand and clay, and a small portion of forested highland regions.
Region 4: Demerara- Mahaica
This area is predominantly a low coastal plain, with a small portion of the hilly sand and clay region further inland. Guyana’s administrative and commercial activities are concentrated in this region, especially in and around Georgetown, the main port.
Region 5 – Mahaica Berbice
A large part of the region is a low coastal plain followed by sugar and coconut farming, and beef and dairy cattle ranching.
Region 6 -East Berbice- Corentyne
This region includes parts of all the four natural [geographic] regions: the coastal plain, intermediate savannah, hilly and sandy clay area, and forested highland.
Region 7 – Cuyuni – Mazaruni
This Region contains two of the four natural regions: forested highlands and a small portion of the hilly sand and clay region. This Region is involved in mining for gold and diamonds.
Region 8 – Potaro – Siparuni
This region is home to the famous Kaieteur and Orinduik Falls. The Kaieteur is one of the highest single-drop waterfalls in the world, and it is one of the most beautiful sights in Guyana. The waterfalls of this region are beautiful tourist attractions.
Region 9 – Upper Takutu – Upper Essequibo
This region contains the most grassy savannahs, the Rupununi is considered to be ‘cattle country’. Most of the cattle are farmed to produce beef, and a few are kept for milk, and also an extended variety of crafts are produced in many of the seventeen Amerindian villages and sold mainly to Brazil.
Region 10 – Upper Demerara – Berbice
This region contains the largest portion of the hilly sand and clay area. Guyana’s principal bauxite deposits are found in the White Sands area.
