The Commewijne district is one of the oldest plantation areas in Suriname. As early as the second half of the 17th century, plantations were established on the Upper Commewijne and Cottica rivers, where mainly sugarcane, coffee, and cocoa were cultivated. During this tour, we drive from Paramaribo across the Jules Wijdenbosch Bridge. The first stop is at Peperpot, a former coffee and cocoa planta…
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From the office, we'll travel along Anton Drachtenweg towards Leonsberg. Along this road, you'll encounter several beautiful homes and it's known as one of Paramaribo's most expensive neighborhoods. We'll depart from Leonsberg by wooden tent boat for Fort Nieuw-Amsterdam, home to the historic open-air museum. Dutch colonists built the fort at this strategic location in 1734 to protect the underly…
About 50 kilometers south of Paramaribo, on the right bank of the Suriname River, lies Jodensavanne, a former Jewish settlement. The site is named after Jews who fled the Inquisition around 1650 and settled in this savanna area. The location was favorable, with a hill overlooking plantations and access to two water sources, one believed to have medicinal qualities. For many years, Jodensavanne wa…
The Para Tour takes you through the beautiful district of Para, located south of Paramaribo. This area is known for its mining industry and recreational spots, with a varied landscape of savannas, forests, creeks, and rivers. Many Surinamese visit Para to relax, including at the well-known Colakreek, named after its cola-colored water caused by fallen leaves. The region is mainly inhabited by Mar…
The journey takes you through the districts of Saramacca and Coronie. The first stop is at Weg naar Zee, where you visit a Hindu temple, an important pilgrimage site, and a nearby crematorium. In Saramacca, known for livestock farming and the cultivation of rice and vegetables, you explore Groningen, the main town. Here, you will see the smallest square with the highest number of monuments, refle…
Discover a side of Suriname that goes far beyond a typical coffee tour. Begin your journey with breakfast and a drink at a local café in Paramaribo, then travel through historic Commewijne, learning about its plantations, communities, landscapes and rich cultural history along the way. Visit the Katwijk Coffee Plantion to discover how coffee is produced, hear the story behind the plantation, and…
What makes this tour truly special is the genuine connection with the local community. This is not just a visit to a Maroon village — you spend the day with community members who personally share their culture, traditions, knowledge and daily life with you. Travel from Paramaribo to Drepada in the Brokopondo district, explore the village, learn about traditional herbs and fishing practices, and v…
