Tourism
Nature’s beating heart, shared well.
The Ministry sets tourism policy and, through the Guyana Tourism Authority, develops and promotes sustainable tourism that keeps forests standing and puts income in community hands.
What the Ministry does
Focus areas
- 01
Regional domestic tourism
Regional Tourism Committees in every administrative region, with the skills to plan, market and manage their own tourism products.
- 02
Product development
New attractions, lodges and experiences built on market demand and Guyana’s strengths: nature, culture and community.
- 03
Licensing
Through the Guyana Tourism Authority, licensing for tour operators and tourism businesses, so visitors can book with confidence.
- 04
Marketing
Signature events, published guides and international campaigns that raise the profile of Destination Guyana.
- 05
Diaspora engagement
Bringing Guyanese abroad home to visit, invest and share the country with friends.
- Sector feedback
Tell us how it went
Tourism businesses and visitors can raise issues and ideas through the Trade Helpdesk.
Open the helpdesk
Recognition
- #1“Best of Ecotourism” destination in the world, ITB Berlin
- 2024 & 2025PATWA Travel Award, Destination of the Year
- 500+Region Two residents trained in hospitality, guiding and business since 2020
For visitors
Book only with approved tour operators
The Ministry urges every visitor to use licensed tour operators. Licensed businesses meet safety and service standards set by the Guyana Tourism Authority.
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Licensed tourism businesses
The list of licensed tour operators and tourism businesses (2022 edition).
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