Three Districts South
Paramaribo, Para and Brokopondo — from an Indigenous village to the largest reservoir in Suriname
Where the west route takes you through Javanese culture and Hindu temples, the south route heads inland. Three districts, each with a layer of its own: Indigenous traditions in Powakka, the history of a Maroon transmigration village, and the striking landscape of the Afobaka dam and the Brokopondo reservoir. A day that shows you how varied Suriname really is.
What the tour looks like:
- Powakka — cassava bread demonstration — in this Indigenous village you see for yourself how cassava bread is made, a tradition that has been part of daily life here for generations.
- Maroon transmigration village — a visit to, and an explanation of, a village that came into being after the reservoir was built, when communities had to move. A story you won’t read in any book.
- Afobaka dam and Brokopondo reservoir — one of the largest reservoirs in South America, ringed by rainforest and dotted with dead tree trunks rising out of the water. The view alone is worth the journey.
- Maroon woodcarving — a look at the craftsmanship of the Maroon community, whose art has been passed down for centuries.
Suriname Reizen & Geven donates 10 to 30% of every booking for this tour to local causes supporting nature conservation and children’s homes in Suriname.
The order and content of the activities may vary depending on weather or other conditions on the day. Your guide adjusts the programme where needed, always with your safety and experience in mind.
Highlights
Powakka — an Indigenous village in Para
Cassava bread made the way it has been for generations
Maroon woodcarving
Centuries-old craftsmanship up close
Maroon transmigration village
The story behind the forced relocation caused by the reservoir
Afobaka dam and Brokopondo reservoir
One of the largest reservoirs in South America
Photos
Grietjebie tip
Bring your camera for the Brokopondo reservoir. The tree trunks rising out of the water are one of the most striking sights in Suriname, and you won’t see them anywhere else.
Three districts, three stories, one day
€70.00 per person
Practical Info
Atmosphere
Culture and history
Duration
8.5 hours
Departure
't Vat, Paramaribo, 08:30
Group size
Min. 3 people
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