Experience the unique Marron culture during your trip to Kumalu, an unforgettable opportunity for special encounters with the local people. On this adventurous journey, you will visit various traditional villages and the largest medical post in the region. You will also climb the Ananasberg for breathtaking views and explore the impressive Tapawatra Falls. This trip offers a perfect mix of culture, nature, and adventure in the heart of Suriname. Book your unforgettable experience now!
Kumalu is located opposite the Tapawatra rapids, one of the widest and most beautiful rapids in Suriname!
This beautiful tropical resort is special because of its small scale and the fact that the host (also co-founder) belongs to the local Maroon community.
This tour is definitely worth experiencing if you enjoy boating and mountain climbing.
Highlights of the tour: 1
Boat trips along rapids
Stay in a very nice location
Village and forest walk
Simple authentic Surinamese food
Swimming in rapids
Departure days: Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Vegetarians: For vegetarians, there is a special menu. (if this is explicitly indicated in advance)
Timetable
Day 1
- 09:00* departure from Paramaribo
- +/- 3 hours bus ride to Atjoni
- Lunch on Atjoni or Kumalu*
- +/- 4 to 5 hours sailing to Kumalu
- Explore the island
- Enjoy the cool water
- Dinner
Day 2
- Breakfast
- Adventurous forest walk to the Ananasberg +/- 2 hours
- Lunch
- Refreshing visit to the breathtaking Tapawatrasula
- Night boat tour
Day 3
- Breakfast
- Visit to the Gran Dan sula from the Tapawatra sula +/- 45 minutes by boat
- 14.00* return to Kumalu
- Last visit to the Tapawatrasula
- Dinner
Day 4
+/- 3 hours drive to Paramaribo
Early breakfast
Around 6:30 am* departure by boat back to Atjoni
+/- 4 to 5 hours sailing to Atjoni
Price 3 days 300 euros per person
Price 4 days 350 euros per person
Included in package:
– Local guide
– Local cook
– Bus transport from Paramaribo
– Boat transport
– Meals & non-alcoholic drinks except breakfast on day one
– Cooling off at the Tapawatra soela
– Village/ forest walk
– Evening boat trip
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