2-week trip of Suriname

Day 3 | Paramaribo – Frederiksdorp

A visit to Commewijne, also known as Suriname’s plantation district, is an essential part of your trip. You’ll take a taxi on your own to Leonsberg in the north of Paramaribo, and from there you’ll sail down the Commewijne River towards Frederiksdorp. On the way, you’ll visit Fort Nieuw Amsterdam and the Rust en Werk plantation. With a bit of luck, you might even spot a pink river dolphin along the way! Frederiksdorp is situated on the banks of the Commewijne River and is accessible only by boat. You’ll be staying at the Plantage Resort, an estate featuring beautifully restored plantation houses. It is a former plantation on the right bank of the Commewijne River, where coffee and cocoa were originally grown.
Accommodation: Plantage Resort Frederiksdorp | bed and breakfast

Day 4 | Frederiksdorp

This day is yours to spend as you wish. You can organise various activities locally from your accommodation. You could go on a historical walk or a cycle ride to one of the many plantations. Meet the friendly locals, enjoy the rustic atmosphere in the villages, perhaps in a cosy restaurant or on a terrace in the sun. You can also choose to go dolphin spotting around the mouth of the Atlantic Ocean or take a beautiful boat trip through the swamp and the marshes beyond. Along the way, you can enjoy the unique natural surroundings, home to over 80 species of birds.
Overnight stay: Plantage Resort Frederiksdorp | bed and breakfast

Day 5 | Frederiksdorp – Peperpot

Today you will depart from your hotel by boat to the Fort Nieuw Amsterdam jetty, where you will be met on arrival by a transfer service and taken to your next destination. You will be staying at the Peperpot boutique hotel, situated on the oldest coffee and cocoa plantation along the Suriname River. The hotel’s rooms feature a blend of colonial and modern styles. In the evening, you can dine on the terrace of the Commewijne restaurant, where you’ll have views over the Suriname River and can enjoy the sounds of the night.
Overnight stay: Peperpot Boutique Hotel | bed and breakfast

Day 6 | Peperpot

Your hotel is situated on the edge of the Peperpot Nature Reserve. You’ll be staying in an oasis of tranquillity, yet just a stone’s throw from the town. The hotel rooms feature a blend of colonial and modern styles. You can relax in style on the terrace by the swimming pool. During your stay here, you can hire bikes and canoes (for a fee) and explore the nature reserve at your leisure.
Accommodation: Peperpot Boutique Hotel | bed and breakfast

Day 7 | Peperpot – Knini Paati

You will be collected from your hotel today and taken to your lodge in Knini Paati. Your lodge is situated in the interior of Suriname. The construction of Lake Brokopondo in 1964 meant that many Maroon villages had to be relocated. The inhabitants of these villages now live in so-called transmigration villages, many of which are located in Brokopondo. Owing to the isolated location of the Maroon villages in the interior, they have developed a culture entirely of their own, with many African influences. You will be staying at the Jungle & River Resort Knini Paati for the next few nights. Knini Paati is an island in the middle of the Ferulasi Sula. The name Knini Paati comes from the Saramaccan words ‘kindie’ (knee) and ‘paati’ (island). You’ll be staying at a resort run by local staff from the surrounding villages. The combination of a small-scale setting with the comfort of cosy cottages, a swimming pool and a bar makes it a wonderful place to be!
Accommodation: Knini Paati Jungle & River Resort | full board

Day 9 | Knini Paati – Houttuyn

You’ll then travel on to the Houttuyn Wellness River Resort. This is Suriname’s first wellness resort, which opened in 2016. It’s a paradise for nature lovers seeking comfort, relaxation and freedom. You’ll spend the night in one of the luxury bamboo glamping tents.
Accommodation: Houttuyn Wellness River Resort | bed and breakfast

Day 10 | Houttuyn

A day at your leisure. Today you can explore the beautiful surroundings. Why not visit the Paraflor Botanical Garden, a stunning garden full of unusual flowers and plants? Of course, you could also spend a lovely, relaxing day at the resort – enjoy the pool or book a wonderful massage!
Overnight stay: Houttuyn Wellness River Resort | bed and breakfast

Day 11 | Houttuyn – Jodensavanne – Paramaribo

In the morning, you’ll set off for the Jodensavanne. Accompanied by a guide, you’ll take a walk across the Jodensavanne whilst he tells you more about its history and the events that took place here. The Jodensavanne was the first Jewish settlement in Suriname in the 17th century and became a prosperous community with more than forty sugar plantations. The remains of the synagogue and the cemetery are situated in a picturesque spot on a hill. There is also a natural spring whose water is said to have healing properties. Furthermore, a large part of the action in Cynthia McLeod’s well-known book, which has been made into a film – *How Expensive Was the Sugar?* – takes place at Jodensavanne. After visiting Jodensavanne, you will have lunch at Overbridge, where you can enjoy the surroundings and go for a swim in the Suriname River. You will then return to Paramaribo
Overnight stay: Royal Torarica | bed and breakfast

Day 12 | Paramaribo

The best souvenir to take home is learning how to cook a traditional Surinamese dish yourself. This afternoon, there’s a fun cookery workshop on the programme! At a Surinamese cook’s home, you’ll be taken on a culinary journey, where tasting and good company will take centre stage. Javanese, Creole or Hindustani cuisine? The choice is yours. Whilst preparing the meal, you’ll learn all about the ingredients and the origins of the dish. At the end of the workshop, you can enjoy the meal you’ve prepared yourself!
Accommodation: Royal Torarica | bed and breakfast

Day 13 | Paramaribo – Amsterdam

Unfortunately, your unique journey through Suriname comes to an end today. You will be collected from your hotel and taken to Paramaribo Airport, where you will board your intercontinental flight to Amsterdam.

Day 14 | Amsterdam

You will arrive in Amsterdam today.