Moderate riskAmericas · South AmericaGuyana Travel Health Guide
Moderate risk
Guyana carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. Malaria risk exists throughout Guyana except in Georgetown and New Amsterdam where risk is rare. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B. Yellow fever vaccine is recommended for all travelers 9 months and older. Required for entry if coming from countries with yellow fever risk or transiting through them for more than 4 hours.
Overall risk
Moderate risk
Malaria
Present
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine Vaccines
Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines including chickenpox, DTP, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles before traveling.
COVID-19
Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all travelers to Guyana age 1 year and older, including infants 6-11 months.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for unvaccinated travelers under 60. Those 60 and older may choose to get vaccinated.
Measles
All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before departure, including infants 6-11 months.
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers to Guyana, especially if staying with friends/relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.
Rabies
Consider rabies vaccination if you'll be around animals or in remote areas. Rabies vaccines are typically not readily available in Guyana if you're exposed.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is recommended for all travelers 9 months and older. Required for entry if coming from countries with yellow fever risk or transiting through them for more than 4 hours.
Disease risks
Malaria
Malaria risk exists throughout Guyana except in Georgetown and New Amsterdam where risk is rare. Take antimalarial medication if traveling outside these cities.
Traveler's Diarrhea
All areas except Georgetown; high risk in rural and mining areas.
Malaria risk
Malaria is present in this destination. Prophylaxis medication is recommended.
Malaria risk exists throughout Guyana except in Georgetown and New Amsterdam where risk is rare. Take antimalarial medication if traveling outside these cities.
Emergency numbers
Police
911
Medical / Ambulance
913
Fire
912
U.S. Embassy
+592-225-4900
Guyana travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Guyana?▼
For travel to Guyana, Routine Vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Measles and Typhoid are recommended; Rabies and Yellow Fever may be advised depending on your itinerary. Make sure your routine vaccinations (such as MMR, Tdap, polio and seasonal flu) are up to date, and see a travel-health provider about 4–6 weeks before you leave.
Is there malaria in Guyana?▼
Yes — malaria is present in Guyana. Antimalarial prophylaxis is recommended for most travelers, alongside insect-bite precautions such as repellent and treated bed nets.
Is it safe to travel to Guyana?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Guyana is currently rated moderate risk. Guyana carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. Malaria risk exists throughout Guyana except in Georgetown and New Amsterdam where risk is rare. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B. Yellow fever vaccine is recommended for all travelers 9 months and older. Required for entry if coming from countries with yellow fever risk or transiting through them for more than 4 hours.
What are the emergency phone numbers in Guyana?▼
Key emergency numbers in Guyana are Police 911, Medical / Ambulance 913, Fire 912 and U.S. Embassy +592-225-4900. Save them before you travel and confirm the current numbers with your accommodation on arrival.
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Build my Trip KitSources: CDC Travelers' Health · WHO International Travel and Health. Last updated 2026-07-31. Health conditions and entry rules change — verify with the CDC, WHO and your destination’s authorities before travel. This page is informational and not a substitute for advice from a travel-medicine provider.