Overview

Apiapaati, an enchanting island in Upper Suriname, offers an unforgettable experience. Starting with a scenic journey by canoe through the idyllic surroundings, day one welcomes you with dinner under the stars. Day two takes you on a discovery tour to medical posts, villages and the Pineapple Mountain, followed by refreshing dives at the Tapawatra waterfall. Day three offers a deeper introduction to the locals and exciting adventures, including a water tube experience in the Gran Dan rapids. On day four you say goodbye and return to Paramaribo, enjoying the downstream journey by canoe boat.

Price

/ person

€385

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Activities

The Apiapaati tour offers a plethora of activities, such as climbing Pineapple Mountain for breathtaking views, explorations through various villages, encounters with local Maroons and exciting water adventures at Tapawatra waterfall and Gran Dan rapids. This adventurous trip also includes water tubing, jungle trekking and relaxation around the campfire on the enchanting island of Apiapaati.

Destinations

During this tour we visit (among others) these main destinations.

Apiapaati

Program

Day 1

At about three hours drive from Paramaribo lies Atjoni, where the roads end. From Atjoni it is about three hours sailing to Apiapaati (depending on the water level it can take longer). After arrival you will have the opportunity to explore the island while a delicious meal is being prepared. On the island there is also space to hammock, eat well and fish. Swimming in the river between the currents is a favorite of most

Day 2

After breakfast you will leave by boat with an experienced guide to Djumu, where there is a medical post. Then you will sail on to make a jungle trek and you will end up at the Pineapple Mountain. Here you can enjoy a great view over the jungle and you can eat a delicious pineapple (season September) For cooling down we will visit the Tapawatra waterfalls. There we will have lunch and spend the afternoon relaxing. In the evening you can be taken by the guide to spot animals, such as tarantulas, snakes and caimans. When it is dark, the sounds of the animals are overwhelming to hear

Day 3

A village walk is a must, where the Saramacan culture becomes visible. After breakfast, you will leave by boat with an experienced guide to the Saramacan village of Gran Slee, on the other side of Apiapaati. This is where the village walk starts and you will pass the largest sacred tree in this village. During the walk, you will receive an explanation about the tree. Then you will visit more villages on foot and you will receive an explanation about the customs of these villages and the Saramacan culture. After the village walk, you will continue by boat to the Gran Dan (about 30 minutes by boat). There we will have lunch and spend the afternoon. On the strong current, we will go rafting with an airhead under the guidance of an experienced guide. On the instructions of the guide, you can also jump into the water with a life jacket. All this depends on the water level. At the campfire, it is possible to enjoy this special day and with a clear sky under a beautiful starry sky.

Day 4

This is the last morning you wake up at Apiapaati. Before you say goodbye to this wonderful place that feels so special, a delicious breakfast is waiting for you. Today you pack your bags to make the return trip to Paramaribo. Lunch is provided along the way.

Practical information

Please note that all multi-day tours and some day trips are subject to weather conditions, including travel times and daily program or sequence.

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Minimum group size

If there are fewer than the minimum number of people, in many cases you can simply join an existing group. You can also view scheduled tours via our Departure Schedule.

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