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Travel by RailTravel by Rail: There are no passenger rail services owing to the fact that the railways are used by the mining companies.

Travel by WaterTravel by Water: Steam boating is a pleasant way of getting to the interior, but services can be irregular. Smaller private craft also offer services. The five main navigable rivers are Mazaruni, Essequibo, Potaro, Demerara and Berbice rivers.

Travel by RoadTravel by Road: The coastal road is in good condition but others are generally in poor condition. Cars can be rented by companies in Georgetown. You can also travel by taxi. Intercity fares are standardized.

The bus service runs all night in Georgetown.

What Side of the Road?What Side of the Road?: Driving is on the left side of the road.

International Driving Permit: Your driver’s license is accepted.

What is an International Driving Permit? The 1949 (IDP) is a special licence for tourists, authorised by a UN treaty among nations of the world, for the purpose of allowing motorists to drive vehicles in international traffic without further tests or applications. It is proof that the holder possesses a valid driver's licence issued by a competent authority in their country of residence.

How do I obtain one? You can obtain an application by either contacting your local Automobile Association office to pick-up or have an application mailed to you. Links to the Automobile Association sites for the following countries are provided below.

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