Things to do in Suriname, Suriname: The Best Bus Tours

The Brownsberg Nature Reserve covers 6000 hectare of unspoiled land. In one day you will become acquainted with the major share of the flora and fauna the Suriname rainforest has to offer. A hike through the forest and down the hills will lead you to the most idyllic waterfalls.

Inclusions: Snacks, Local guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup (selected hotels only), Fuel surcharge, Local taxes, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Lunch

During this tour, you can expect quite the variation in the types of flora and fauna, such as small palm trees and meter-tall trees filled with orchids, but also various animals like colorful birds, snakes, monkeys, frogs and pigs. The greatest treasures of the Brown Mountain are the different natural waterfalls on the mountain, where you can take a shower. The route from Paramaribo to Brownsberg is approximately 110 kilometers. During the trip we pass through various local villages, where mostly Maroons live. The road to the top of Brownsberg will be climbed with a pickup or van. Once we once arrive at the top, we wait for a beautiful view over the lake. In the evening you will be able to enjoy a boat ride, swim, or fish for toekoenari (bass species) and piranhas . If you want to do something a  little quieter, you can relax in the hammock. This tour is highly-recommended for nature lovers.

Inclusions: Beverages, Bottled water, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Paramaribo, the capital of Suriname, featuring numerous wooden buildings of unique architecture and a variety of hospitable ethnic groups, living together in harmony. First the guide will take you on a bus ride along the most prominent historic locations in the city center and then he will take you to visit other hot spots in different suburbs.

Inclusions: Beverages, Driver/guide, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

Exclusions: Lunch, Alcoholic drinks

The Bigi Pan nature reserve is famous for its coastal birds: 72 species have their own fixed stay, including the red ibis, the osprey, the tern and various waders. Another 50 other species visit the area as passers-by. Bigi Pan is a true paradise for birdwatchers and other nature lovers.

Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Exclusions: Alcoholic beverages and Tips

We drive in the neighborhood of Jodensavanne past 2 small indigenous villages and see how the locals live. The bus ride is continued to a seaside resort nearby. This is a recreational resort near the village of Redi-Doti. A creek with cool water, full of minerals and has obtained the dark color because of the leaves. You can take a walk in the area, spot various birds or just enjoy the peace and nature.

Inclusions: Drinks, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages

Explore two of South America's most exotic gems on this 5 day tour of Guyana and Suriname. Taste a sample of the world's tallest waterfalls and the open air museum in Georgetown and the city of Paramaribo, which is a UNESCO heritage site.

Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch

Exclusions: Gratuities, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), This price does not include flights from Suriname to Trinidad or any other international flights.

Take a stroll through the city and learn more about the these historical buildings. You will experience the city at night when it is not busy. You will get to see where the locals go to get food and where they mostly hang out with friends and family.

Inclusions: Snacks, Non-alcoholic drinks, Bottled water, Private transportation

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Gratuities

By bus or minibus we will arrive on Brownsberg. This is a nature reserve park located in the Brokopondo district, about 130 kilometers south of Paramaribo. The nature reserve park covers more than 12,000 hectares and is home to exceptional flora and fauna. There are various medicinal plants that are traditionally used for injuries or illnesses. You will encounter most animals at sunrise and sunset. The howler monkeys usually make themselves heard and maybe a wild deer or Pakira (forest pig) is spotted. High in the treetops you will find hundreds of different species of tropical birds. At the Mazaroni plateau you have a magnificent view of the reservoir that was created by man to place the Afobaka dam in the Suriname river. The area of the lake was inhabited before the dam was built. Most people have moved to the so-called transmigration villages in Brokopondo and other areas in the Upper Suriname area. Remnants of tree trunks are still visible in the lake, creating a unique image.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Non-alcoholic drinks, Snacks, All Fees and Taxes, Private transportation

Exclusions: Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages, Gratuities

From the bicycle rental company, you cycle to the Plattebrug where you will board a wooden tent boat to Meerzorg. From Meerzorg you will cycle via the Oost - West verbinding to Peperpot. This plantation was laid out by the Jansen family in the early 19th century as a coffee and cocoa plantation. There are two plantation homes on the factory complex, a coffee shed and a coffee and cacao factory. The production continued until 1996. There is also a kampong (settlement) with workers' houses inhabited by Javanese people, although people have found work elsewhere. You can still recognize the coffee and cacao trees, which are nowadays covered with bromeliads, orchids and climbing plants and the animals have reclaimed the area. Peperpot is popular for bird lovers, but if you are lucky, you can also encounter squirrel monkeys, capuchin monkeys and sapakaras (giant lizards) on one of the paths that have been laid right through the plantation.

Inclusions: Lunch, and fruit, Bottled water, Non-alcoholic drinks, Use of bicycle, All Fees and Taxes, An experienced English or Dutch speaking guide

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Gratuities

We cross over the famous Jules Wijdenbosch bridge and at the top you have a beautiful view of Paramaribo and Commewijne. We will drive through the district Commewijne and get to see the locals busy doing the daily tasks. You get to see a lot vendors selling fruit and vegetables alongside the road. This tour informs you about the history of the several plantations that you will be visiting, get to meet some of the locals and what they are doing on these plantations now.

Inclusions: Lunch, Bottled water, and fruit, Non-alcoholic drinks, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Gratuities