Summary
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Overview
Program with photos
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PART 1
Day 1: Arrival in Paramaribo
We’ll be flying from Schiphol to Suriname and will land in the afternoon at J.A. Pengel Airport, where our team will be waiting for you. We’ll then drive to the Residence Hotel in Paramaribo, a journey of around 80 minutes.
Day 2: City Tour and History of Water and Land
We’ll start with a city tour of Paramaribo to give you a feel for the place. You’ll visit highlights such as Fort Zeelandia, the wooden Basilica, the Jewish Synagogue next to the Mosque, Independence Square, the wreck of the German ship the Goslar and the market with its exotic fruit and vegetables. You’ll then set off on a primitive tent boat along the Suriname and Commewijne rivers. You’ll visit the Rust en Werk plantation, the Margaretha plantation and the open-air museum. At the confluence of the Suriname and Commewijne rivers, you’ll have the chance to spot dolphins. Breakfast and lunch are included.
Day 3: Nickerie
At around 8.00 am, we set off from Paramaribo for Nieuw-Nickerie in north-western Suriname. On the way, we’ll visit a few historic sites in the districts of Saramacca and Coronie. At around 1.30 pm, we arrive at the jetty of the Akira Overwater Resort. We’ll make a short stop in the village of Groningen to learn more about its history. You’ll then board the boat to Bigi Pan, where you’ll stay for two nights at the Akira Overwater Resort. In the evening, you’ll go birdwatching and spot caimans. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.
Day 4: Bigi Pan
The morning begins early with a cup of coffee or tea on your balcony at 5.30 am. Around 6.00 am, you’ll see the birds leaving their roosts – a special moment to spot colourful ibises and egrets. After breakfast, you’re free to enjoy activities such as kayaking, canoeing, fishing, swimming or simply relaxing. Later in the day, you’ll go on a birdwatching trip to watch the birds fly back to their roosts. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.
PART 2
Day 5: Bigi Pan to Paramaribo
After two nights’ stay, you’ll leave the Bigi Pan Nature Reserve after breakfast. You’ll sail back to Nickerie for a city tour, during which you’ll visit the market and the seafront. After lunch, you’ll set off for Paramaribo, stopping at places such as Wageningen and Coronie along the way. You’ll return to Paramaribo around 6.00 pm, having gained a wealth of experiences. Breakfast and lunch are included.
Day 6: Evening on Fredberg
After a brief discussion of the programme and a cup of coffee or tea, you’ll set off for the unspoilt jungle. The journey takes around 4 hours, depending on the number of stops. You’ll first arrive at base camp, where you can have a swim and a meal. Then the trek through the jungle to the summit of Fredberg begins – a hike of around 3 to 4 hours that is manageable for anyone of average fitness. Once you reach the summit, you can enjoy the stunning views. You’ll spend the night on the mountain, where showers and a kitchen are available. Enjoy the sunset and the starry sky in this special place.
Day 7: Sunrise and an overnight stay in a cave
You’ll get up early to witness one of the most beautiful sunrises in Suriname. From the summit, you’ll watch the jungle come to life, accompanied by the sounds of howler monkeys and magnificent birds such as macaws. After a hearty breakfast, you’ll explore the jungle further and spend the night back to basics in caves behind the Fredberg. Your guide will take you along the other side of the mountain, where you may spot various species of monkey and the rare orange rock cock. You’ll learn more about different plant species and survival techniques in the jungle. You’ll sleep in a makeshift camp in your hammock inside a cave. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.
PART 3
Day 8: Return to base camp
After an exciting night, you’ll walk a little further through the jungle before returning to base camp. Here you can relax and enjoy a hearty lunch with ice-cold drinks. In the evening, you’ll sleep in a comfortable bed. During the day, you can go fishing, take a boat trip or, at high tide, dive into the water on a Tarzan swing. In the evening, you’ll set off with a guide to spot nocturnal animals. Evenings often end around the campfire.
Day 9: Back to Paramaribo
On your last day at base camp, you can head back into the jungle with your guide to see more animals, or you can choose to go for a swim and sunbathe. After lunch, you’ll pack your things and drive back to Paramaribo.
Day 10: Palumeu
From Zorg en Hoop Airport, the flight to the airstrip near the Palumeu indigenous village takes around 75 minutes. Jungle Lodge Palumeu is situated in the territory of the Trio and Wajana indigenous peoples, just over an hour’s flight from Paramaribo. Here you will meet the original inhabitants of the Amazon rainforest and learn about their harmonious way of life in harmony with nature. The comfortable jungle lodges offer stunning views of the river. Fascinating boat trips and walks through the unique Amazon rainforest round off this experience. After dinner, the programme for the following day is discussed. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.
PART 4
Day 11: Palumeu
You’ll begin by exploring the tropical rainforest. Early in the morning, you’ll cruise along the river to experience nature awakening in silence. Breakfast is served in peace and quiet on the boat or at a lovely spot along the river. You will then walk along the forest path to Pothill, a granite hill offering stunning views over the jungle. Along the way and during the dugout canoe trip on the Tapanahony River, you may spot various bird species, such as macaws, parrots and toucans, and perhaps even monkeys or an otter. After lunch, you’ll explore another forest trail in search of birds and caimans, and visit the forest plots where the local indigenous people grow their crops. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.
Day 12: Mabuka Falls
After breakfast, you’ll travel by dugout canoe to the Mabuka Falls for a forest walk with information about the local flora and fauna. You’ll enjoy an unforgettable barbecue lunch in these beautiful surroundings. At sunset, your guide will take you on a river trip to enjoy the night-time sounds of the jungle. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.
Day 13: Palumeu
'In the morning, you’ll set off on a jungle trek with your guide and learn more about the flora and fauna of the tropical rainforest. In the afternoon, you can go for a swim or relax in a hammock and enjoy the peace and sounds of the jungle. Lunch and dinner are included.
Day 14: Palumeu to Paramaribo
In the morning, you’ll go on a leisurely walk through the village, where you can buy traditional handmade crafts. After lunch, you’ll head to Zorg en Hoop Airport in Paramaribo, where a minibus will take you to your hotel. You’ll still have time to explore the city. Breakfast and lunch are included.
Day 15: Free day in Paramaribo
A day off to explore Paramaribo at your leisure. Breakfast is included.
Day 16: Departure for Schiphol
You’ll have a few more hours to enjoy Paramaribo; you can buy souvenirs or relax by the waterfront. After midday, the coach will take you to the airport for your overnight flight to the Netherlands. Breakfast is included.
Day 17: Arrival at Schiphol
You arrive at Schiphol, your home base.
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Included
- Airport transfer and, where necessary, for group relocation
- Overnight stay at Recidence inn Anton Drachterweg in Paramaribo
- simple lodges in certain places
- Dutch travel guidance
- All entrance fees, nature contribution and local taxes
- all meals as indicated in the schedule
- breakfast 15x, lunch 11x, dinner 8x
- unlimited water during the trip
- international flight to and from Suriname
- domestic flight
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