Travel Vaccines and Advice for Guyana
Guyana is a country perfect for nature-lovers. With expansive tropical rainforests, mountain ranges and impressive waterfalls it is a must for many travellers.
Those taking the leap to explore Guyana can be rewarded with incredible sights and photo-opportunities. It is a truly memorable experiences.
Do I Need Vaccines for Guyana?
Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Guyana. The PHAC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Guyana: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.
See the bullets below to learn more about some of these key immunizations:
- Hepatitis A –
Food & Water –
Recommended for most travellers - Hepatitis B –
Blood & Body Fluids –
Accelerated schedule available - Typhoid –
Food & Water –
Shot lasts 2 years. Oral vaccine lasts 5 years, must be able to swallow pills. Oral doses must be kept in refrigerator. - Yellow Fever –
Mosquito –
Required if travelling from a region with yellow fever. Recommended for all travellers over 9 months of age. - Rabies –
Saliva of Infected Animals –
High risk country. Vaccine recommended for long-term travellers and those who may come in contact with animals. - Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR) –
Various Vectors –
Given to anyone unvaccinated and/or born after 1957. One time adult booster recommended. - TDAP (Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis) –
Wounds & Airborne –
Only one adult booster of pertussis required. - Chickenpox –
Direct Contact & Airborne –
Given to those unvaccinated that did not have chickenpox. - Shingles –
Direct Contact –
Vaccine can still be given if you have had shingles. - Pneumonia –
Airborne –
Two vaccines given seperately. All 65+ or immunocompromised should receive both. - Influenza –
Airborne –
Vaccine components change annually. - Meningitis –
Airborne & Direct Contact –
Given to anyone unvaccinated or at an increased risk, especially students. - Polio –
Food & Water –
Considered a routine vaccination for most travel itineraries. Single adult booster recommended.
See the tables below for more information:
Recommended Travel Vaccinations for Guyana |
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| VACCINE | HOW DISEASE SPREADS | DETAILS |
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| Hepatitis A | Food & Water | Recommended for most travellers |
| Hepatitis B | Blood & Body Fluids | Accelerated schedule available |
| Typhoid | Food & Water | Shot lasts 2 years. Oral vaccine lasts 5 years, must be able to swallow pills. Oral doses must be kept in refrigerator. |
| Yellow Fever | Mosquito | Required if travelling from a region with yellow fever. Recommended for all travellers over 9 months of age. |
| Rabies | Saliva of Infected Animals | High risk country. Vaccine recommended for long-term travellers and those who may come in contact with animals. |
Routine Vaccinations for Guyana |
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| VACCINE | HOW DISEASE SPREADS | DETAILS |
|---|---|---|
| Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR) | Various Vectors | Given to anyone unvaccinated and/or born after 1957. One time adult booster recommended. |
| TDAP (Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis) | Wounds & Airborne | Only one adult booster of pertussis required. |
| Chickenpox | Direct Contact & Airborne | Given to those unvaccinated that did not have chickenpox. |
| Shingles | Direct Contact | Vaccine can still be given if you have had shingles. |
| Pneumonia | Airborne | Two vaccines given seperately. All 65+ or immunocompromised should receive both. |
| Influenza | Airborne | Vaccine components change annually. |
| Meningitis | Airborne & Direct Contact | Given to anyone unvaccinated or at an increased risk, especially students. |
| Polio | Food & Water | Considered a routine vaccination for most travel itineraries. Single adult booster recommended. |
Traveller’s diarrhea is an issue not preventable by vaccines. Consider brining a traveller’s diarrhea kit.
The Zika virus has been found in Guyana. Travellers should take care to ward against it, particularly by preventing mosquito bites. the PHAC recommends that pregnant women or women who are considering pregnancy do not travel to Guyana.
Antimalarials may be recommended for your trip. Talk to a Passport Health travel specialist to learn more and see if this option is right for you.
See our vaccinations page to learn more about these infections and vaccines. Ready to protect yourself? Book your travel health appointment today by calling or schedule online now.
Customer Reviews
Passport Health – Travel Vaccines for Guyana
“Well organized Knowledgeable Staff Member Convenient appointment time.”
“Great nurse who was knowledgeable about Guyana, not pushy and great when administering the vaccines”
“My experience with the passport health clinic in Whitby was excellent. My nurse took her time to go through everything necessary and was very knowledgeable about Guyana and helpful. I highly recommend this clinic.”
Do I Need a Visa to Travel to Guyana?
A visa is not required for business or tourism purposes. A passport which is valid for at least 6 months from the departure date is required to enter the country.
If you are travelling on business, you must bring a business letter stating the nature of your visit.
A departure tax of 2,500 Guyanese dollars and an airport security fee of 1,500 Guyanese dollars will be charged upon departure and must be paid in local currency.
Guyana Entry Requirements |
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Sources: Embassy of Guyana and Canadian Travel and Tourism
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What is the Climate Like in Guyana?
The coast of Guyana has a long wet season from April to August. There is also a short wet season from December to early February. The southern savannas do not experience a wet season.
Temperatures are very consistent for Guyana due to its tropical climate. The country has high temperatures, high humidity and heavy rainfall. The trade winds of the coast can affect this, and can sometimes cause a draught in July and August.
The daily temperatures at Georgetown are usually in the 20’s.
How Safe is Guyana?
Armed robbery, murder, and petty crimes are common in Guyana. It is crucial to always be cautious and have a mind for safety.
Georgetown is known for purse snatching, assault, pick pocketing, and robbery. Be sure to guard your property well in this area and put all valuables in your hotel safe if applicable.
Travellers coming back from Guyana have found narcotics planted in their luggage they did not place there. Only carry items that you personally buy, pack and check that no extra bags are registered in your name. Drug laws in Guyana are very strict.
If you bring credit cards, be careful with their usage, as stolen PIN data can be common with them and ATM cards. Currency exchange should only be done with banks, hotels, or licensed exchange houses.
Guyana’s Famous Kaieteur Falls
Kaieteur Falls is the most visited attraction in Guyana. This area features guided tours, ancient past, rushing water, and untouched scenery. Visitors can explore the beautiful rainforest in Kaieteur and walk across jungle bridges.
The drop of the Kaieteur Falls is 220 metres with a sandstone plateau. The National Park was established in 1930.
This amazing feat of nature is considered to be the biggest single drop waterfall in the world. It has eroded a gorge eight kilometres long that then goes down another 25 metres.
Kaieteur Falls is on the Potaro River in West-Central Guyana.
What Should I Pack for Guyana?
Think ahead on what to pack by considering these suggestions:
- Rain Gear – Guyana can often be hot and humid with heavy rainfall along the coast and dryness in the savannas. Be sure to pack for the temperatures in your itinerary. Consider items such as sunscreen and water-protective gear.
- Bug Repellant – With the mosquito-borne illnesses of Guyana it is especially key to bring bug repellent.
- Leave Extra Bags at Home – Crime, including petty theft and armed robberies, is common in Guyana. Narcotics have been stowed in Canadians’ baggage in the past without their knowledge. Be prepared to be responsible for all that you bring and take out.
Canadian Embassy in Guyana
Canadian consular services can help travellers with many issues they may face including passport services. Once in Guyana, the information for the Canadian Embassy is:
High Commission of Canada to Guyana and Suriname
Young and High Streets
Georgetown, Guyana
Phone: 592-227-2081
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On This Page:
Do I Need Vaccines for Guyana?
Do I Need a Visa to Travel to Guyana?
What is the Climate Like in Guyana?
How Safe is Guyana?
Guyana’s Famous Kaieteur Falls
What Should I Pack for Guyana?
Canadian Embassy in Guyana
