Tourist

Do you want to enjoy your holiday in Suriname?

Suriname, as a country, is a real treasure. It is a rainforest in the Amazon. 93% of Suriname's surface is covered in jungle, and we want to keep it that way.

Everyone is invited to come to Suriname and enjoy a holiday, But with the utmost respect for our nature and people.

Paramaribo

Paramaribo is the capital of Suriname, with a population of 240.000 people. Most people who visit Suriname start with a hotel stay in Paramaribo. Various hotels and resorts will welcome you with open arms. And there you will start your first taste of Suriname culture.

Things to do in Paramaribo

Ecotourism

There are various places you can visit deep in the forest of Suriname. But what you will notice is that everywhere there is a lack of Western society facilities, except for mobile phone coverage and WIFI/internet. There is hardly any commerce in the small village, and the facilities available are still small-scale.

The huge benefit of this is that it keeps the rainforest, its wildlife, and nature untouched.

Having a holiday without a lot of luxury in Suriname is very different from having a holiday somewhere. But what you get in return is worth much more. Everyone who has visited Suriname will have new memories for a lifetime.

Danpaati River Lodge

Hiking Trails

A part of the ecotourism, there are various hiking trails, meaning you can wander guided through the jungle for a day, focused on certain plants or animals:
Check out these 100 amazing hiking trails in Suriname

Paramaribo Zoo

Suriname has one zoo: Paramaribo Zoo. You will find rare animals in Suriname. In 2019, various parts of the zoo were upgraded, so it is really worth a visit today.

Visa

For some countries, people are required to get a visa before traveling to Suriname. Contact the authorities in your country to check if you need a visa for Suriname.

Official Online Visa Apply System

Contact

For more information about tourism, please contact the Department of Trade, Industry and Tourism:

Department of Trade, Industry and Tourism
Havenlaan # 1
+597 403022 / 402080
secretariaat@minhi.gov.sr

SHATA

The Hospitality and Tourism association