Journey Suriname

Day 3: Paramaribo – Bigi Pan

Today you will be picked up at your hotel and travel further to the Bigi Pan nature reserve, near Nickerie. The nature reserve is known for its exceptional flora and fauna. On the way you will make a short stop in Groningen. At the end of 1845 the first Dutch farmers settled here, the farmers were from the province of Groningen. In 1945 a monument was made to commemorate the farmers. You will also make a stop at a sloth shelter. You will also visit the fishing village of Boskamp, where you will make a short walk. Once you have arrived in Nickerie, you will board the boat which will take you to the nature reserve. Bigi Pan is located on the Nickerie river and can only be reached by boat. On the way you can spot many different birds and maybe you will see caimans.
Overnight stay: Akira over water Resort | full board

Day 4: Bigi Pan

Bigi Pan is a beautiful swamp area, which stretches along the coast of Coronie and Nickerie. The area is home to about 122 species of shorebirds, 72 of which occur year round. You will find, among others, the flamingo and the red ibis. Bigi Pan is also called the breeding ground, because many birds breed here. From your resort you can make various boat trips to spot birds or to spot caimans in the evening. On clear nights, the starry sky here is beautiful to see. 
Overnight stay: Akira over water Resort | full board

Day 5: Bigi Pan – Peperpot 

After breakfast you will travel back to Nickerie by boat. Once you arrive here you will make a tour through the city together with a guide. Among other things, you will visit the market and the seawall. After lunch you will travel in the direction of Paramaribo, visiting the towns of Wageningen and Coronie along the way. Coronie is known for its many coconuts and parwah honey. Afterwards you will be brought to your Boutique Hotel Peperpot, which is located on the oldest coffee and cocoa plantations along the Suriname river. 
Overnight stay: Boutique Hotel Peperpot | bed & breakfast

Day 6: Peperpot 

Your hotel is adjacent to the forest edge of the Peperpot Nature Park. You will stay in an old officer's house, in an oasis of peace but a close to the city. The rooms of the hotel have a combination of colonial and modern style. You can relax on the terrace by the swimming pool. In the surroundings you can make beautiful walks. Also pay a visit to the Pepre Patu eatery, where you can enjoy delicious local and international dishes during the day. In the evening you can dine on the terrace of the restaurant Commewijne, where you have a view over the Suriname river and enjoy the night sounds. 
Overnight stay: Boutique Hotel Peperpot | bed & breakfast

Day 7: Peperpot –  Frederiksdorp

You will be picked up from your hotel and taken to your hotel in Frederiksdorp. Frederiksdorp is located on the banks of the Commewijne river and can only be reached by boat. You will stay at the Plantage Resort, which has recently been restored. Among other things, it has a swimming pool and river terrace. Originally it was a plantation for coffee and cocoa. In Frederiksdorp you will also find cozy restaurants, terraces and bars. 
Overnight stay: Plantation Resort | full board

Day 9: Frederiksdorp – Knini Paati  

You will be picked up at your hotel and brought to Knini Paati, an island in the middle of Ferulasi Sula. The Maroons (slaves who fled slavery) settled here centuries ago. In about 3.5 hours you will travel to Atjoni. On the way you will pass several villages and the impressive forest giants. From Atjoni there are no more roads. Here you will change into a boat which will take you to Knini Paati in about 1 hour. During the boat trip you will have breathtaking views of nature and the Marron villages. The boat also passes the Jaw Jaw rapids.  
Overnight stay: Knini Paati River Resort | full board

Day 10: Knini Paati 

During your stay at Knini Paati River Resort you can undertake various activities. For example, you can make a walk to a nearby Marron village, where you will get to know the locals and learn about their unique way of life and their traditional customs and habits. But you can also make a walk through the jungle, where a guide will explain the local medicinal use of the plants. In the evening you can spot caimans. You can also choose to relax on the terrace, in the hammock or go swimming in the pool or in the nearby rapids. 
Overnight stay: Knini Paati River Resort | full board

Day 11: Knini Paati – Paramaribo 

After breakfast you will travel back to Paramaribo. What should certainly not be missed during a stay in Paramaribo is a visit to the Central Market, this is in fact the largest indoor market in the Caribbean! On this colorful market, among other things, clothing, vegetables and fruit are sold.
Overnight stay: Royal Torarica | bed & breakfast

Day 12: Paramaribo – Kabalebo 

You will be picked up at your hotel and taken to the Zorg en Hoop airport. Here you will board your domestic flight to the Kabalebo Resort, located in the heart of the Amazon. The nearest village is about 240 km away and can only be reached by flight. At Kabalebo you will find an oasis of peace and quiet and you are far away from civilization. Because of this remote location this is one of the best places in Suriname to spot a lot of wildlife. You will be surrounded by a large and unique variety of flora and fauna. 
Overnight stay: Kabalebo Nature Resort | full board

Day 15: Kabalebo – Paramaribo

Today you will travel back to Paramaribo. You will be brought to the airport and fly back to the airport Zorg en Hoop. Once you arrive here you will be brought back to your hotel. 
Overnight stay: Royal Torarica | bed & breakfast

Day 16: Paramaribo

If you are a history lover, you can visit Fort-Zeelandia today. This fort was founded in 1600 by the Dutch and is now a museum. From the fort the Dutch traded and defended their settlements. On Independence Square you will find the most important buildings of the city. Not far from the square, hidden behind the Governor's house, the beautiful city park Palmentuin is located. Enough to experience in this city!
Overnight stay: Royal Torarica | bed & breakfast

Day 17: Paramaribo – Amsterdam 

Unfortunately, your unique journey through Suriname comes to an end. You will be picked up at your hotel and taken to Paramaribo airport, where you will board your intercontinental flight to Amsterdam. You will arrive here the next day.

Day 18: Amsterdam

You arrive in Amsterdam today.