Suriname is located in the north of South America with a perfect mixture of nature, culture and history with a variety of food. Get acquainted with the indigenous and maroon in the interior of Suriname and experience their simple way of living. Walk with our tour guide through the wooden city of Paramaribo or through the forest and be surprised by our flora and fauna. Bring along your binocular.
Paramaribo
ParamariboThe capital of SurinameParamaribo is the capital of Suriname and is known for its wooden inner city. Walk along the St Petrus and Paulus Cathedral, the Mosque next to a synagogue, taste the variety of fruits and snacks at our local market and have a delicious Surinamese lunch in the area of Fort Zeelandia at Waterkant.
Commewijne plantations
Commewijne plantationsFormer plantationsVisit the Commewijne area by boat or bus and get to know more about these former coffee, cacao and citrus plantations. Now mainly the descendants of the Javanese and Hindustani immigrants live here (but work in Paramaribo.) Along the way you will come across stalls selling fruit and vegetables planted in their backyard.
Akira Overwater Resort
Akira Overwater ResortBigi Pan Nature ReserveSpend the night in one of the detached over-water lodges in the most luxurious resort of Bigi Pan. Bigi Pan is located in the western district of Nickerie, with its main town being Nieuw-Nickerie, which is known as the 2nd city of Suriname. The Nickerie district is known as the rice district. Bigi Pan is the breeding ground of approximately 100 bird species, including Scarlet Ibises and Flamingos. Bird and nature lovers can really indulge themselves here. On the way to Nieuw-Nickerie we pass the districts of Saramacca and Coronie.
Other highlights in Suriname
Anaula Nature Resort
The Anaula Nature Resort is located in the middle of the residential area of the Saramaccans, on the shore of a beautiful island in the Upper Suriname river, close to the Ferulassi Falls. During this tour you will enjoy the beautiful nature of the Amazon region, the many rapids where you can swim or enjoy a natural bubble bath. The educational forest walks are an introduction to the medicinal powers of the plants that grow in the Amazon region. During an exciting night cruise you will look for caimans by canoe. Anaula offers you the opportunity to explore the Upper Suriname River in an exciting and adventurous way!
Jodensavanne
Take a walk at Jodensavanne, a Jewish settlement, and get an extensive tour of the ruins of the Jewish synagogue Berachah Ve Shalom and the cemetery, which can also be visited. In 1832, the Berachah Ve Shalom was destroyed by fire. The floor and some parts of the walls are still visible.
Brownsberg Nature Reserve
Brownsberg is a nature reserve and covers more than 12,000 ha and is home to exceptional flora and fauna. Various medicinal plants can be found which are used in the traditional way for injuries or illnesses. Howler monkeys can usually be heard and perhaps a wild deer or sloth will be spotted.
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