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Danpaati River Lodge (5 days)

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5 days)

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Overview

Danpaati River Lodge offers an idyllic stay on an island in the heart of the Surinamese rainforest. Enjoy unspoilt nature, discover local cultures and relax in hammocks overlooking the Upper Suriname River. The lodge combines adventure with tranquillity: explore the jungle with experienced guides, stroll through authentic villages, swim in crystal-clear water and forge meaningful connections with the local community. Look forward to healthy, tasty dishes and admire the traditional artwork that adorns the lodge. A five-day experience that strikes the perfect balance between nature, culture and relaxation.

Price

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€565

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What you will do

Activities

As well as private cabanas, Danpaati River Lodge offers a range of facilities. You can enjoy a cosy lounge, an atmospheric bar with a wide selection of drinks and snacks, and a restaurant where breakfast, lunch, dinner and coffee or tea are included. The lodge also features a Danpaati River Store selling authentic local souvenirs, relaxation areas on the island, a cleaning and laundry service, and a wake-up service with coffee.

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Full overview

Program

Day 1
You will travel to the lodge by plane or overland, depending on the weather conditions. The overland route takes you first on a three-hour drive from Paramaribo to Atjoni, after which you will travel three hours upriver by dugout canoe to the lodge. During this journey, you’ll pass local settlements, see children playing and enjoy the rich birdlife, including kingfishers and birds of prey. On arrival, the resort awaits you, ready for you to relax and enjoy yourself straight away.
Day 2
The remaining days offer you the chance to make the most of all the resort’s facilities. You can relax in the cosy lounge, enjoy a drink or snack in the atmospheric bar, and savour delicious meals in the restaurant, where breakfast, lunch, dinner and coffee or tea are included. The Danpaati River shop offers authentic, locally made souvenirs, whilst you can discover various places to relax on the island. The resort is also happy to provide a cleaning and laundry service, and you can enjoy a wake-up coffee service to get your day off to a pleasant start.
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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.

Packing list

Sun cream • Day rucksack • Insect repellent • Lightweight clothing • Surinamese currency • Cap or headscarf • Flip-flops • Short-sleeved T-shirt • Long-sleeved T-shirt • Toiletries • Torch • Swimwear • Warm clothing • Raincoat

Included

Transport • Food and drink • Snacks • Guide • Admission • Accommodation • Lunch • Breakfast • Dinner
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Comments

Danpaati River Lodge offers holidays under the heading 'sustainable development', where your stay contributes to regional nature and economic development. The lodge supports care projects for the elderly and children, stimulates local economies by purchasing agricultural products, fish and meat, and facilitates the sale of souvenirs from woodworkers. Carpenters from nearby villages are regularly deployed for maintenance work.

Exclusive

Alcoholic drinks • Insurance • Personal expenses

Meals

If you are vegetarian/vegan or have other dietary restrictions, this will be taken into account if possible.

Accommodation

Danpaati River Lodge offers a range of cabana options: 10 double cabanas, 3 'Special Occasions' cabanas with queen-size beds, and 1 more spacious multi-cabanas with four single beds and the option of extra beds, ideal for groups or families. All cabanas are equipped with an en-suite shower and toilet, electricity, a veranda overlooking the river or the forest, comfortable furniture and mosquito nets.
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