Guided tours French Guiana

Lionel and his friendly team invite you to discover the canopy at your own pace... Climbing to the top, on the 2 36 m high observatories (and 2 42 m perches now!), is an unforgettable experience. From the arboreal carbet 10 m above ground, where you sleep in a hammock, you can zip-line, abseil and hike along the trails of Mont Saint-Michel. You can also explore the river by kayak. A memorable experience in the middle of the forest (allow 2 hours by pirogue to reach the camp)!

The Morpho team welcomes you to the Kaw marshes, aboard this boat with removable beds and a capacity of 12 people at night and 16 during the day. The Morpho has a roof for shelter and observation of the flora and fauna. there are 3 tours to discover the marshes. Discovery (9.30am-3pm): trip up the Kaw River and lunch.Caimans and Birds (3.30pm-9am): sunset and ti'punch, lunch at a restaurant in the village of Kaw, search for caimans, overnight on the boat and breakfast. The Immersion package combines the two above.

This magnificent gîte is located 1h30/2h from Régina by pirogue. Several hammock carbets, a sanitary carbet (shower, WC, washbasin), a restaurant carbet and a palaver carbet for evening aperitifs. The camp is bordered by a creek where you can try your hand at gold panning. Amerindian or Saramaka guides will take you swimming down part of the river, and a botanical trail has been laid out. The site is family-friendly, allowing you to discover the Approuague in complete safety, and to go upstream to the Grand-Machicou or Grand-Canori jumps.

Pierre, a renowned Amazonian guide with a degree in biology and geology, will be delighted to show you around the Amazon rainforest. Hiking or canoeing, wildlife observation on Lake Petit Saut and the Mana estuary, discovery of the waterfalls and the Voltaire inselberg, "apéro-pêche" outings... and many other activities, always in a good mood! You'll find descriptions, prices and a calendar of outings on our website, which is a bit cluttered but very comprehensive!

Sabi aliba means "to know the river" in Bushiningué. As you may have gathered, we're talking about the Maroni here. Martin Fania, aka "Séké", and his team will take you on a discovery tour of a part of the Maroni he knows like the back of his hand, having grown up there. Discover the Maroni and Tapanahony up to the Sacred Mountain. He can then take you as far as Maripasoula. You'll then have the privilege of stopping off at his campou (small village), where traditional songs and dances, and a warm welcome from the children, make for an unforgettable journey.

The "Marshes and the village of Kaw" tour includes a visit to the village, a trip up the marshes and an encounter with the caimans..." Red Ibis and Caimans " includes a trip down the river and wildlife observation. The "24-hour immersion in the heart of the marshes" combines one of the first two tours with a night in a carbet and piranha fishing, while"Kaw and its mountain "condenses into 3 days hiking, Wapou creek, Fourgassié waterfalls and an introduction to traditional gold panning.

The day's program promises to be a busy one aboard this beautiful 18 m catamaran. Head for Île Royale, with tea, coffee and cookies during the crossing. After a boat ride to get closer to the mythical Devil's Island, you'll be disembarked on Royale for a free tour of this historic site. Possibility of swimming and picnicking on board (please bring your own) at the lovely anchorage on Île Saint-Joseph. After this convivial moment, disembark on Saint-Joseph, a wilder island with its famous shell beach. Return to Kourou with a musical Punch.

Heli-cojyp offers you a breathtaking flight through the diverse landscapes of French Guiana. The 15-minute flight takes in the main points of interest in and around Cayenne, while the 30-minute flight takes in the Kaw marshes and the wildlife of Mont Gabriel. Our friendly pilots will take good care of you, whether you're coming with family, friends or on your own. Heli-Cojyp provides all types of air transport, even a drop-off at îlet La Mère! Don't forget your camera or binoculars: red ibises are often on the way...

In this little corner of paradise, overlooking the jump, you'll have the chance to swim in the Approuague River, take pirogue rides, fish and try your hand at traditional gold panning. The 5 recently renovated bungalows are very comfortable! There are plenty of fun activities on offer, as well as a chance to explore the forest. From the camp, you can follow a trail for around 3 hours to the Angèle Creek waterfall. A warm welcome and professional service, not to mention exceptional meals!

Tropic Alizés (by Yatoutatou) invites you to discover Ilet La Mère, also known as "Monkey Island". Departing from the Dégrad des Cannes Marina, 3 rotations are offered for 3 day-long packages. On the program: a trip out to sea, a walk around the islet, photos of the little saïmiris, majestic trees, a swim on the little beach, and, on the return crossing, a musical Punch to end the day on a high note!

What a marvellous sight the flight of red ibises in the twilight! These majestic bipeds make their home in the Sinnamary estuary, where hundreds of ibises gather to feast at night. Joseph, a passionate guide, will take you in his pirogue to the front row of this moving moment: the flight of groups of these magnificent birds is enchanting. Don't forget to dress appropriately and take your mosquito repellent: between dog and wolf, mosquitoes attack!

For a complete discovery of the Kaw marshes, the nature reserve and the surrounding forest, take advantage of the expertise of this excellent agency. For the record, "Tigdilo" means "water tiger", ready to hunt the area with you! The guides know the area like the back of their hand, and will take you further than other service providers. The proposed tours are as follows: Caimans (2:30-9:30 p.m.): visit the village and marshes, meet the caimans at nightfall. Ti-punch stop by the creek. Bring your own picnic!

The Albatros is a catamaran with a maximum capacity of twelve people, ensuring a certain degree of intimacy on a trip to the Isles of Salut. Departure is from the fishermen's pontoon in Kourou at 7:30 am, with a return scheduled for around 6 pm. The crossing lasts one hour, and fresh water and tea are offered on board. You'll be able to make the most of your day between a visit to Île Royale and a picnic on the beach of Île Saint-Joseph (bring your own lunch). A short tour of the islands is scheduled for later in the day.

Experienced guide Thomas offers a variety of tours starting from the Balata creek, offering a wide range of activities: canoeing, kayaking, hiking, daytime and nighttime pirogue trips, archery, fishing, botanical trails and flora discovery, all in a very pleasant, flower-filled natural environment. Sleeping is in hammocks (camp capacity 20 people) and in beds (2 double beds) in magnificent traditional carbets. Meals, hammock, mosquito net and blanket are included in the price.

Headphones on, tune in to the Mananese frequency and stroll through the town to the rhythm of the voices of its inhabitants: anecdotes, daily life, cuisine, leisure, memory, identity... a concentrate of Guyanese life! The audio tour starts at the Tourism Department and winds its way through the town from east to west. To experience it for yourself, go to the corner of rue Bastié and rue Javouhey, where you'll be given a free map and audio guide.

Departing from the Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni tourist office, Chuity Liba offers excursions of various lengths, from a 3-hour walk around the town to a day trip to Apatou (upstream on the Maroni River), not forgetting the classic half-day trip on the Maroni, including several stops in the Amerindian and black maroon villages along its banks. Don't hesitate to give them a call for more information and to find out what's on the agenda for future outings. A friendly, serious team.

Patrick Fresquet, a specialist in aïmara fishing on the Sinnamary, also offers a range of hikes, treks and pirogue outings... It's also possible to sleep in the Takari tanté carbet, upstream from the Petit-Saut dam, with 20 hammock places, wood-fired cooking and swimming. There are activities to suit all budgets and experiences, so don't hesitate to take a look at their website: Patrick, a colorful character, knows French Guiana inside out and shares the territory's secrets with passion.

The Groupe d'études et de protection des oiseaux en Guyane regularly organizes birdwatching outings for the general public, and its members will certainly be able to guide you or give you explanations on a particular bird. Keep up to date with news and events on their website. Here are a few tips from GEPOC: always allow enough time to get home before dark, and bring an electric torch with you. And if you're unfamiliar with the region, be sure to bring someone with you!

The association offers excursions until Léodate jump. Departures are for groups of a minimum of 7 people. Accommodation at the camp in hammock (not supplied).

Open Monday to Thursday from 8:00 to 12:00 and 13:30 to 16:30,
Friday from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. Three possible options, ranging from € 90 per person for a day, up to £ 165 for 3 days and 2 nights.

The Royal Ti-Punch catamaran is one of the boats you can take on a tour of the islands from Kourou. Departures are at 8:30 a.m., with a return in the late afternoon. The skippers on board, assisted by their crews, are very professional and friendly, offering refreshments to passengers, whose maximum number cannot exceed 28. The catamaran can also be privatized for special events. Customized services (catering, parties, etc.) are available on request.