Two weeks to discover Suriname
2024
Highlights of the trip
During your stay you can enjoy the following highlights: Culture / Heritage, Faune and flora, Discovery, Adventure / Sports & Leisure, Free time, Relaxation / Well-being.
Best times to go
The best time(s) to go is/are : Printemps, Automne, Hiver.
Where to stay - Bigi Pan ?
The map of your stay "Two weeks to discover Suriname"
Detail of the stay : Two weeks to discover Suriname
How to get there - Bigi Pan
Welcome to Suriname
Arrival at Johan Adolf Pengel airport. Check into guesthouse or hotel and rent car.
To the west
Steps: Bigi Pan
Departure for the west of Suriname in the morning: stop in the villages on the way to the Bigi Pan nature reserve. Bird watching and mud baths. Overnight in a bungalow on stilts.
Village of Apoera
Steps: Nieuw Nickerie
Early departure for the village of Apoera along the Corantijn River: continue towards the Blanche Marie Falls. Overnight on site or at Nieuw Nickerie.
Back to Paramaribo
Steps: Matapica
In the afternoon, visit the Pepperpot (birds) or Matapica (marine turtles) reserve.
100% local
Visit the local markets in the morning, have a typical lunch and then go shopping in the shopping centres and go out to watch pink dolphins at sunset.
Sea getaway
Steps: Paramaribo
Boat trip along the old plantations in the Commewijne, visit Fort New Amsterdam and discover Javanese and Hindustani fishing villages, local meal. Return to Paramaribo late afternoon.
Places of interest : FORT NIEUW AMSTERDAM
Central Suriname
Steps: Mont Kasikasima
Departure for an excursion into the interior of the country to discover the Amazon rainforest: excursion by car and pirogue to the Central Suriname Reserve, Raleighvallen and Blanche Marie Falls, or departure by plane to Mount Kasikasima for the more adventurous. Then you'll have to head inland. A change of scenery is guaranteed, as is the opportunity to observe the surrounding fauna: primates, birds, reptiles... Nature lovers will be delighted. The bonus: the discovery of rare and ancient peoples, such as the Noirs-Marrons and Amerindians. This option requires between 4 and 5 days' free time and can be costly, as tour operators are responsible for all transport, accommodation, activities and food on site.
Raleighvallen
Part of Suriname's Central Nature Reserve, Raleighvallen is world-renowned among ornithologists. If you're lucky, you'll be able to see the roosters on parade (November to March).
Black-Brown
Meet this population of descendants of African slaves. Entrenched inland, the Noirs-Marrons are divided between French Guiana and Suriname, but do not recognize the Suriname River as a border between France and Suriname. They often settle near rivers.
Awarradam
Deep in the Amazon rainforest lies Awarradam, an island on the Suriname River. An excursion here will bring Amazonian and African cultures together.
Palumeu
Steps: Palumeu
Pretty Amerindian village in the heart of Suriname. It is home to around 200 people, mostly Tiriyo Amerindians.
Kasikasima Mountains
Steps: Mont Kasikasima
Located on the Palumeu River, these granite mountains are in the south of the country. Considered one of Suriname's most beautiful tourist circuits, exploring the Kasikasima Mountains requires experience and a high level of fitness.
Gran Rio
Embark on a day of canoeing and kayaking on the Gran Rio river. Adventure and challenge await you!
Return to Paramaribo
Steps: Paramaribo
Guided tour of Paramaribo 's historic center and Fort Zeelandia, local meal (roast, bami, nasi). Boat excursion to observe the dolphins of the estuary. Overnight at hotel or guesthouse. Nightlife and casinos.
Places of interest : FORT ZEELANDIA
Brownsberg Park
Steps: Parc Naturel Brownsberg
Early departure for Brownsberg Nature Park. Afternoon walk to discover the primary forest and its wildlife. Trails vary in length and difficulty. Overnight in a bungalow in the park.
