Department of Tourism

Raise the profile of Guyana as a tourism destination

Mission

To develop a robust tourism policy framework and define strategic directions that will support the development of sustainable tourism, expand destination linkages and improve the overall profile of destination Guyana.

Vision

To create a supportive national environment within which a sustainable tourism sector can thrive, create economic and other benefits and improve livelihoods in line with relevant Sustainable Development Goals.

Purpose of the Department

To develop policies that support the growth and development of the tourism sector.
To offer support to events that generate sustainable tourism activity that increase exposure of the destinations

Functions

Regional Domestic Tourism Development – to establish and strengthen the capacity of Regional Tourism Committees in each administrative region to increase planning, marketing and management of tourism products.
Organise and execute signature events that attract tourists regionally and internationally.
Design, publish and share tourism materials and information with visitors

Monday: 8am–4:30pm
Tuesday: 8am–4:30pm
Wednesday: 8am–4:30pm
Thursday: 8am–4:30pm
Friday: 8am–3:30pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed