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This tour
Overview
Discover the fascinating history of Commewijne by boat, passing authentic plantations and historic fortifications. Explore the former sugar, cocoa and coffee plantations, admire Fort Nieuw Amsterdam and sail through the characteristic canals and locks that characterise the landscape. The highlight is Frederiksdorp Plantation, where restored workers’ cottages now serve as accommodation and the former prison has been converted into a restaurant. This boat tour offers an insight into the region’s rich heritage and the contemporary life of the local community, where fishing, livestock farming and agriculture play a central role.
Price
/ person
€70
Total price, no additional costs
Where we are going
Destinations
During this tour we visit (among others) these main destinations.
Plantation Rest and Work
No hidden costs
What you see is what you pay! With us, there are no unexpected costs.
Full overview
Program
Day 1
The Plantation Tour sets off at 9.00 am from Leonsbergsteiger and offers you a fascinating exploration of the historic Commewijne district. You’ll first visit the 17th-century Fort Nieuw Amsterdam, an open-air museum steeped in history. We’ll then sail to the Rust en Werk plantation, where, depending on the tide, you can explore the beautiful creek. You will then be given a guided tour of the restored Frederiksdorp plantation. After these discoveries, you’ll enjoy a delicious lunch with a local plantation resident in Johanna-Margaretha, where you’ll experience the warm hospitality of the region. The return journey begins at 3.00 pm and offers you the chance to spot dolphins at the confluence of the Commewijne and Suriname rivers.
Important details
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 • Rain jacket • Surinamese currency
Included
Transport • Food and drink • Snacks • Guide
Exclusive
Alcoholic drinks • Insurance • Personal expenses • Transport in Leonsberg
Meals
If you are vegetarian/vegan or have other dietary restrictions, this will be taken into account if possible.
Departure time & location
Boarding point: Leonsbergsteiger.
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