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Suriname
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The East Coast region of Suriname comprises four districts: Commewijne, Marowijne, Paramaribo and Wanica. It offers some of the best examples of former colonial plantations, some still in use, others deserted and largely ruined. Along the Northeastern coast you'll also find some of the most prominent nesting beaches for sea turtles in all of the West Atlantic.
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If you have any interest in butterflies, a visit to this place is quite worth it. It breeds a colourful range of butterfly species and some turtles and crocodiles, destined for example for zoos in the west. You can stroll through the delightful butterfly garden or visit the both interesting and slightly creepy insect museum. Catering for both domestic and international visitors, the park now has a small café, a playground for kids and a shop with some souvenirs. Try to call ahead and book a tour of the actual breeding farm. Also arrive at least an hour before closing or you will not be allowed in.
Offers guided tours through a garden, with a nice collection of tropical flowers and plants.
This basic guesthouse just out of town, on the road to nearby Erowarte is your best bet for a bed. There's not staff on the site and to check in or out you'll have to go to a small restaurant in Albina, on the corner of Wilhelminastraat. It's also one of the better places to eat, with friendly staff and a nice view.
Surinat is a pleasant luxury resort with 4 bungalows and an apartment. A breakfast is not included but can be ordered for €10.50. All rooms are completed with a kitchenette or a kitchen, so if you wish, go to the nearest supermarket and prepare your own breakfast. If available, the manager will lending you a bike for free. Surinat has a pool and a jacuzzi, so at return you can cool down and relax. Every house has a terrace with a hammock.
Just one apartment. The price is for 2 persons. Extra person is €10. You have to pay a deposit of €100 at arrival. Breakfast is €5. Bike rental €3.50.
These eco-friendly lodges are run by a Dutch guy, who stayed here for a couple of months before deciding to establish a small, community-sourced resort here. In principle, you can only stay as part of their own 1- or 2-day "tour", which means that transport, a full day programme, a river trip and full boarding is included. Especially in off-season however, you might be able to work something else out if you prefer. Departure days for the trips are Wednesdays and Saturdays.
A well-maintained hotel and casino, with a pleasant garden, a good restaurant (called Exotica) and a swimming pool.
The main way in from the west is via the Oost-West verbinding, the country's main coastal road from west to east. From the point where the road is called Kwattaweg, you have entered the Paramaribo district.
Read in the guideThe best way to get around on your own is by (rental) car. You need a 4WD on dirt roads and a good map to find your way. A GPS navigation system for Suriname is available.
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