What would be the most strenuous activities during the tour? I would be reluctant to book a trip where hiking more than three miles a day is a requirement.

What are the visa requirements for American citizens traveling to the three countries in your tour?

Just wondering if your December tour is a guaranteed departure

For our departure on the 7th of December, we have 4 confirmed reservations, but we are confident that we will reach the minimum of 6 to guarantee the departure.

Which countries are covered and do Indian passport holders need a visa?

Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana are the counties visited during the tour. Indian passport holders need visa for Guyana, e-visa for Suriname, and visa for French Guiana (Schengen visa is not accepted).

Is the price 2380 + 300? Do you help with the international flights? I guess it is to Georgetown in Guyana and back from French Guyana, is this correct?

Yes, the tour price is 2380 EUR, plus a 300 EUR local payment and a 340 EUR single supplement fee. We can also assist you with the international flights. The arrival point is Georgetown, Guyana on 14th August, or alternatively one day earlier if preferred. The tour ends on 22nd August in Cayenne, French Guiana. However, if you are unable to find a convenient return flight from Cayenne, we can arrange a transfer to Paramaribo, Suriname for an additional cost of 130 EUR. You may then stay overnight there and take your return flight home on 23rd August.

Why is this tour ONLY offered one time throughout the entire year? Are there any dates for this tour in 2027? I'm very interested in this tour but need for the availability dates to be more flexible.

We will be releasing our 2027 departures soon. Which month are you interested in?

how does one get from the endpoing (Cayenne) back to Seattle at the end.

the best option for your return journey is to take a transfer from Cayenne to Paramaribo, which costs EUR 130. Please be aware that the drive may take up to 8–9 hours, so we strongly recommend allowing sufficient time in Paramaribo before your onward flight. Ideally, you should plan for one additional overnight stay in Paramaribo.

For the March departure, what are the options (and cost) of returning from Cayenne to Paramaribo at the end of the tour?

There is an overland transfer available from Cayenne to Paramaribo, with a travel time of approximately 6-8 hours. The cost is EUR 130 per person.

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Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Georgetown
Georgetown
Day 2
Georgetown
Georgetown
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Mahaica River Birdwatching Tour (4:00 AM departure)
- Georgetown City Tour (13:00-17:00) including St. George's Cathedral, Stabroek Market, and Botanical Gardens
Landmarks
St. George's Cathedral
Stabroek Market
Georgetown Botanical Gardens
Mahaica River
Day 3
Georgetown - Kaieteur Falls
Georgetown - Kaieteur Falls
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Flight to Kaieteur Falls with English-speaking guide
- Visit Kaieteur Falls
Landmarks
Kaieteur Falls
Day 4
Georgetown to Paramaribo
Georgetown to Paramaribo
Meals
Breakfast
Day 5
Paramaribo
Paramaribo
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- City Tour of Paramaribo - historic buildings & heritage sites
Day 6
Fort New Amsterdam
Fort New Amsterdam
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch in a fisherman's village)
Included Activities
- Visit Fort New Amsterdam
- Lunch in fisherman's village
- Observe Commewijne river pink river dolphins
Landmarks
Fort New Amsterdam
Day 7
Paramaribo to Kourou
Paramaribo to Kourou
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Guided tour around Kourou Space Center (Centre Spatial Guyanais)
- Visit museum at Kourou Space Center
Landmarks
Centre Spatial Guyanais (Kourou Space Center)
Day 8
Îles du Salut
Îles du Salut
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Catamaran to Îles du Salut
- Visit Île Royale
- Visit Île Saint-Joseph
Landmarks
Île Royale
Île Saint-Joseph
Day 9
Cayenne
Cayenne
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
St. George's Cathedral
Stabroek Market
Georgetown Botanical Gardens
Mahaica River

Landmarks
Kaieteur Falls

Landmarks
Fort New Amsterdam

Landmarks
Centre Spatial Guyanais (Kourou Space Center)

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Île Royale
Île Saint-Joseph

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Robyn
Asked on August 8th, 2026
What would be the most strenuous activities during the tour? I would be reluctant to book a trip where hiking more than three miles a day is a requirement.
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  Robyn
  Traveler•Written August 2026
  What are the visa requirements for American citizens traveling to the three countries in your tour?
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written August 2026
  There are no long hiking days on this itinerary. Walking is not a major part of the tour, and overall, we would not consider it a particularly strenuous trip. There are, however, several different types of activities and transportation. These include a flight in a small 13-seat aircraft to Kaieteur Falls, boarding ferries, crossing borders by boat, and travelling by minibus for the overland sections. The visit to the Îles du Salut (Salvation Islands) is by catamaran. There are no long treks, and walking more than three miles a day is not a requirement of the itinerary. That said, some locations may involve uneven surfaces, getting on and off boats, and some walking during sightseeing.
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written August 2026
  U.S. citizens do not require visas for any of the three countries included in this tour. The only additional requirement is the Suriname Entry Fee, which applies to travellers of all nationalities, not specifically to U.S. citizens.
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  Robyn
  Traveler•Written August 2026
  Are there hotels near the Panama City airport with shuttle service to the airport where I could spend the nights? Alternatively, I might want to stay two or three full days in Panama City for sightseeing.
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written August 2026
  At the moment, Panama is not part of our portfolio, so I'm not very familiar with the options available there. However, if you decide to join our tour and would like to spend a few extra days in Panama, we would be happy to do some research and look into suitable hotels, activities, and arrangements for you.
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Alison
Asked on June 30th, 2026
Just wondering if your December tour is a guaranteed departure
Price / Availability
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written June 2026
  For our departure on the 7th of December, we have 4 confirmed reservations, but we are confident that we will reach the minimum of 6 to guarantee the departure.
- A
  Alison
  Traveler•Written June 2026
  Another question it seems difficult to get out of Cayenne on flights except to France, how do people continue to travel south america
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written June 2026
  We can also offer a land transfer on the last day between Cayenne and Paramaribo, in case you find more convenient flight options departing from there.
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David
Asked on June 9th, 2026
Which countries are covered and do Indian passport holders need a visa?
Visa
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written June 2026
  Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana are the counties visited during the tour. Indian passport holders need visa for Guyana, e-visa for Suriname, and visa for French Guiana (Schengen visa is not accepted).
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Kathleen
Asked on May 25th, 2026
Is the price 2380 + 300? Do you help with the international flights? I guess it is to Georgetown in Guyana and back from French Guyana, is this correct?
Flights / Transfers
Price / Availability
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written May 2026
  Yes, the tour price is 2380 EUR, plus a 300 EUR local payment and a 340 EUR single supplement fee.
  
  We can also assist you with the international flights. The arrival point is Georgetown, Guyana on 14th August, or alternatively one day earlier if preferred. The tour ends on 22nd August in Cayenne, French Guiana. However, if you are unable to find a convenient return flight from Cayenne, we can arrange a transfer to Paramaribo, Suriname for an additional cost of 130 EUR. You may then stay overnight there and take your return flight home on 23rd August.
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Bonnie
Asked on April 11th, 2026
Why is this tour ONLY offered one time throughout the entire year? Are there any dates for this tour in 2027? I'm very interested in this tour but need for the availability dates to be more flexible.
Price / Availability
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written April 2026
  We will be releasing our 2027 departures soon. Which month are you interested in?
- B
  Bonnie
  Traveler•Written April 2026
  I am very interested in the "forgotten corner of South America". I would like to visit anytime from January through April 2027. Please let me know if you are scheduling this tour during this time.
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written April 2026
  We have released a departure date from 20th March 2027 to 28th March 2027. It is open for booking.
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Ray
Asked on January 29th, 2026
how does one get from the endpoing (Cayenne) back to Seattle at the end.
Flights / Transfers
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written January 2026
  the best option for your return journey is to take a transfer from Cayenne to Paramaribo, which costs EUR 130. Please be aware that the drive may take up to 8–9 hours, so we strongly recommend allowing sufficient time in Paramaribo before your onward flight. Ideally, you should plan for one additional overnight stay in Paramaribo.
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Eric
Asked on January 21st, 2026
For the March departure, what are the options (and cost) of returning from Cayenne to Paramaribo at the end of the tour?
Flights / Transfers
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written January 2026
  There is an overland transfer available from Cayenne to Paramaribo, with a travel time of approximately 6-8 hours. The cost is EUR 130 per person.
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  Eric
  Traveler•Written January 2026
  If I go on the tour I would need to leave from the airport in Paramaribo on April 3 at around 5 pm. (April 4 is difficult). Do you think the transfer from Cayenne would make it in time?
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written January 2026
  We do not recommend this practise, because it is very likely you miss your flight. We always advise having an extra night in Paramaribo just to be sure.

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