There's a brace of tour operators in Georgetown specializing in overland camping treks to Kaieteur and Orinduik falls, horse riding and hiking in the Rupununi and rainforest, fishing and jungle treks at the Timberhead resort, as well as river trips and whitewater rafting on the Essequibo, Kamuni and Mazaruni rivers. There's also good swimming at Bartica, and birdwatching at Lethem.

The national celebrations marking Republic Day (February) last about a week and are the most important cultural event of the year. Hindu and Muslim religious festivals are also celebrated and include Phagwah (early March) and Divali (November).