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If you want to escape the typical tourist trails and experience the raw, untouched beauty of South America, these five destinations are for you. From the “Lost World” in the west to the sacred peaks in the south, this is the Suriname that few people ever get to see. 1. Fredberg: Sunrise Above the Clouds […]

If you take a boat trip on the Suriname or Commewijne River late in the afternoon, you’ll likely hear a sudden, soft pffft sound. Look closely, and you’ll see a grey fin arching out of the dark water. You’ve just met the Profosu the unique dolphin of Suriname. While most people think of the ocean […]

If you are looking for the ultimate “I am on top of the world” feeling in Suriname, there is only one place to go: The Voltzberg. This massive granite rock (a monolith) rises 245 meters straight out of the tropical rainforest in the Central Suriname Nature Reserve. The hike to the top is a challenge, […]

If there is one bird that tops the bucket list of every birdwatcher visiting Suriname, it’s the Guianan Cock-of-the-Rock. With its bright, neon-orange feathers and its unique “half-moon” crest that almost covers its beak, it looks like something straight out of a tropical fairy tale. But don’t let the bright colors fool you; despite being […]

Deep in the northeast of Suriname, where the river meets the Atlantic Ocean, lies Galibi. It’s a peaceful area with sandy beaches and Indigenous villages. But every year, between February and July, something incredible happens: giant sea turtles travel thousands of miles to these exact beaches to lay their eggs. If you’re a nature lover, […]