Stay : Two weeks to discover Suriname
If you have 15 days or more, you'll be able to explore this beautiful country in greater depth, away from the big capital, and get a taste of the peaceful, carefree way of life of the locals, at the rhythm of the river. You'll also need to rent a car (beware of driving on the left) if you wish to visit the various towns on your own.
Summary of the stay
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16 days
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Where to stay - Bigi Pan ?
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Detail of the stay : Two weeks to discover Suriname - 16 days
Day 1: Welcome to Suriname
Arrival at Johan Adolf Pengel airport. Check into guesthouse or hotel and rent car.
Day 2: 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.
Day 3: Village of Apoera
Steps: Nieuw Nickerie, Apoera
Early departure for the village of Apoera along the Corantijn River: continue towards the Blanche Marie Falls. Overnight on site or at Nieuw Nickerie.
Day 4: Back to Paramaribo
In the afternoon, visit the Pepperpot (birds) or Matapica (marine turtles) reserve.
Day 5: 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.
Day 6: Sea getaway
Steps: Nieuw Amsterdam, 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.
FORT NIEUW AMSTERDAM
Day 7: 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.
Day 8: 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).
Day 9: 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.
Day 10: Awarradam
Deep in the Amazon rainforest lies Awarradam, an island on the Suriname River. An excursion here will bring Amazonian and African cultures together.
Day 11: Palumeu
Steps: Palumeu
Pretty Amerindian village in the heart of Suriname. It is home to around 200 people, mostly Tiriyo Amerindians.
Day 12: 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.
Day 13: Gran Rio
Embark on a day of canoeing and kayaking on the Gran Rio river. Adventure and challenge await you!
Day 14: 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.
FORT ZEELANDIA
Day 15: 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.
Day 16: Return to Paramaribo
Steps: Moengo
Shopping for souvenirs and postcards. Take a last dip in one of the hotel pools and relax before your flight. If returning to French Guiana by vehicle, plan a stopover in Moengo, not far from the Maroni River.
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