Guyana to offer attractive incentives for development of resorts countrywide

The Government of Guyana (GOG), through the Ministry of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, is inviting proposals for the development of eco-lodges and resorts across the country.

 The Government said it is prepared to offer attractive incentives for the development of the ecolodge and resort industry, including fiscal incentives.
The objective of this project is to generate employment by engaging the local communities, create business opportunities through collaboration and partnership by engaging with the local communities, expand the country’s accommodation selection and the quality of room stock, encourage the participation of the public and private sectors, and facilitate preservation by supporting and promoting sustainable practices.
Areas identified for suitable investment are Mashabo in Region Two; Vreed en Hoop Waterfront and Leguan in Region Three; Stabroek Waterfront in Region Four; Bartica, Sakaika Falls and Kumerau Falls in Region Seven; Kamana and Orinduik Falls in Region Eight; and Lethem in Region Nine.
“…it is envisaged that the eco-lodges/resorts contain elements such as the following: nature trails, wildlife viewing platforms or reserves, bird trails and viewing spots, adventure and exploration offerings, agritourism and culinary fusion offerings, entertainment, natural wellness/spa, and gift shops or indigenous artesian boutiques, among other activities,” the Ministry noted in the Request for Proposals (RFPs).
The Government said it will use the responses to this RFP to rank and select those parties who will be invited to negotiate a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), including land terms, zoning, development conditions, and other incentives that will be provided.
The deadline for the submission of the RFP is December 31st, 2025.
The initiative, it stated, “supports sustainable tourism development, encourages community partnerships and highlights Guyana’s unmatched natural and cultural heritage.”