Guyana

Land of many rivers, Guyana’s beauty radiates in nature, culture and diversity.Guyana is an eco-tourist and adventurer’s dream travel destination. As the only English speaking country in South America, Guyana offers virgin forest, river islands to explore, and sites unique to her land such as the Kaieture Falls- the highest single drop waterfall in the world.

Travelers with be fascinated by Guyana’s history and culture which is evident in the way of life of the six different people that calls this land home.This is the true beauty of Guyana, the people. Some came as slaves(Black/Africans) or indentured servants( East Indians, Chinese), others came as settlers (British, Dutch) and the original natives to the land, The Amerindians weave together to make the fabric that is Guyana. They brought their food, faith and culture from across the globe to create a place that is truly beautiful.

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Guyana Upcoming Events 2023

February
Mashramani February 23^rd 2024. "Mash" is an annual festival celebrating Guyana's Republic status. Held annually on February 23^rd since 1970, it includes a parade, music, games, and food to commemorate the "Birth of the Republic". Mash is celebrated in the same manner Carnival in the Caribbean is celebrated with the revelers down the street.

March

Holi/ Phagwah March 25^th 2024. Holi, the Festival of Colors in Guyana is a Hindu celebration that symbolizes the triumph of good over evil. It allows citizens to foster national unity in a country that is working to achieve unity among its people.

April

Easter March 31^st - April 1^st2024. Easter in Guyana celebrated like no other place. The kites, food, events are done in a major way that is truly unforgettable.

Bartica Speedboat Regatta During the Easter weekend every year, Bartica a town at the confluence of the Mazaruni, Cuyuni and Essequibo Rivers hosts the Bartica Regatta, with a growing variety of entertaining holiday activities including water sports (featuring mostly speed boats), cricket, boxing, soccer, talent shows, a street parade and party.

Lethem Rodeo April 8^th - 9^th 2023. The Rupununi Rodeo is an annual event in the Rupununi Savannahs, where cowboys from the various ranches get together and pit their skills against one another in friendly competition.

Rodeo began at Pirara Ranch in the 1960's, and was later held at St. Ignatius on the outskirts of Lethem, before moving to the east of Lethem where it continues to be held today. In recent years it has developed a significant national and international reputation, drawing increasing spectators and participants from not only the Rupununi Region, but also from Georgetown and Brazil. It is a historical tradition and a celebration of the cowboy lifestyle that the Rupununi Savannahs are renowned for.

May

Independence Day May 26^th 2023

August 

Emancipation Day August 1^st 2023. This holiday celebrates the abolition of slavery in the British Empire.  The day is marked with festivities that includes music and food.

September

Amerindian Heritage Month- Amerindian Heritage Day in Guyana September 10^th2023. Heritage Celebrations that aims to affirm and preserve Indigenous customs, language and traditions by showcasing the works, literature, and art of Amerindians.

October
Deepavali/Diwali November 12^th2023. This Hindu festival is also known as the festival of lights.