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Guyana - Articles & Travel Stories

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Explore 15 Guyana travel stories from Adventure Life, featuring expert insights, destination highlights, and firsthand experiences from ancient and culturally rich sites. Whether you’re planning your next adventure in 2026 or 2027, these stories offer inspiration for exploring ruins, archaeological wonders, and hidden historical gems across the globe. Learn from the journeys of fellow travelers and discover meaningful ways to connect with the past through thoughtful travel. Let these Guyana stories guide your path into history.
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Searching for wildlife

Amazon River Cruises vs. Staying in an Amazon Lodge

Deciding whether to explore the jungle of South America on an Amazon River cruise vs. staying at an Amazon lodge is mostly a matter of travel preferences. Each has specific qualities that the other lacks and both visit many of the same regions and destinations.
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The Amazon Awaits Our Arrival

Amazon Travel Highlights - Most Popular Destinations

Highlights of travel in the Amazon include visiting exotic national parks teeming with wildlife, including the Yasuni National Park in Ecuador, the Manu Wildlife Center in Peru, and the Madidi National Park Bolivia. The Amazon River Basin covers almost 3 million square miles and is one of Earth’s most biodiverse regions.
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Kayaking the Amazon

Top Amazon River & Tributaries Cruise Ports

Ports of call in the Amazon include Yasuni National Park in Ecuador, Iquitos in Peru, and Manaus in Brazil. Unlike traditional cruise stops, the Amazon’s popular destinations focus on the natural wonders that brought explorers to South America from around the world after Francisco de Orellana’s journey down the length of the river in 1541.
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Boat ride to Sacha Lodge

How to Choose an Amazon Cruise

When deciding which Amazon cruise to choose for an adventure in the jungle the main decision is picking between Ecuador, Peru, or Brazil. Each country has different highlights and each has different options for boats and different lengths of tours.
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Magical first view of Sacha Lodge

Top Amazon River & Tributaries Cruise Ports

Top Amazon River & Tributaries Cruise Ports Ports of call in the Amazon include Yasuni National Park in Ecuador, Iquitos in Peru, and Manaus in Brazil. Unlike traditional cruise stops, Amazon’s popular destinations focus on the natural wonders that brought explorers to South America from around the world after Francisco de …
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Uchi Falls

Guyana Highlands and Kaiteur Falls

Trekking and rafting in Guyana's Highlands to pristine environments and untouched waterfalls
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Sunset over the still waters of the Amazon

Discover the Top Highlights of Guyana

Explore the stunning Kaieteur Falls, encounter the rich wildlife of the Amazon rainforest, and experience the vibrant culture of Georgetown in Guyana.
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Looking down the tower

Best Time to Visit the Ecuadorian Amazon

The Ecuadorian Amazon is a year-round travel destination since the weather varies only slightly from month to month. May, June, and July have the lowest average temperatures and July has the lowest rainfall making it the ideal time to travel. Expect some rain (it is the rainforest after all!) to refresh you from the heat and humidity when the sun is out.
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A native bromeliad

Guyana FAQs

Planning a trip to Guyana is sure to bring up a lot of questions. Our FAQ answers some of the most common ones that we get from our travelers. From packing suggestions to what type of currency is used, this will help you be better prepared for your Guyana trip.
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Water lily pads

Guyana Overview

Guyana, meaning "land of many waters," is an untouched paradise beholding some of the most extensive contiguous rainforest in the world. Still largely unaltered by the influences of tourism, visitors have the opportunity to experience a destination that still seems untouched. Learn more about South America's hidden gem!
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Along the Iwokrama River

My Journey to Guyana

This journal shares my interesting experiences when I visited Guyana in the fall of 2011. I was searching for a unique and adventurous trip and this certainly answered the call! I hope after reading this journal, you'll get a feel for the country, the people, and the amazing nature I discovered and that you'll consider this as a future …
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Marshes of the Marais de Kaw

Guyana History: A Look Back

Did you know that Columbus actually sighted Guyana in 1498, but decided not drop anchor? As a result, the first European settlers were the Dutch. Here is a brief look at the history that has shaped this intriguing country into what it is today.
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Huaorani Lodge rainbow

Weather in Guyana

This South American country has four distinct geographical zones: the coastal belt, the forested area, the savannah zone, and the sandy zone. Varying geography throughout the country also means varying climate patterns. Know what you might expect on your Guyana trip with the help of this weather guide.
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Saki Monkey in the Amazon

Wildlife-rich Iwokrama Forest

Iwokrama Forest is considered one of the few remaining pristine tropical forests in the world. These robust lowland forests have been relatively undisturbed, resulting in the perfect habitat for a variety of animals. Visiting this area will definitely add to the adventure of your Guyana trip!
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Savannah of Guyana

Rupununi Savanna in Guyana

The Rupununi Savanna surrounds the Kunuku Mountains and is set along the wide Rupununi River. As a result, this is an area of Guyana where wildlife abounds! Giant anteaters, huge snakes, harpy eagles, and jaguars all find refuge in this vast grassy landscape.
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