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Discover Surinamese rural life during the Plantation Laarwijk Agro Experience Tour. At this historic plantation on the Suriname River, agriculture, culture, and local hospitality come together.
Learn more about tropical crops, watch a harvest demonstration, and plant a tree yourself during the Plant-a-Tree Experience. Enjoy a traditional Surinamese lunch, a guided forest walk, and a live cooking demonstration featuring local snacks.
Experience a day full of local flavors and encounters. Book your day trip to Laarwijk Plantation with Orange Travel!
Highlights/Activities
Advice from Insiders
Janice
During the tour, ask about the crops you will later see on your plate. This gives the Surinamese lunch extra meaning.
Would you like to cycle or kayak? Please indicate this in advance so that the guides can take your wishes and the available equipment into account.
This tour is suitable for families, culture and nature lovers who want to discover Surinamese rural life. Ideal if you enjoy tasting local food, participating yourself, and want to experience a relaxed day outside Paramaribo.
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Tour Information
Program
Experience plantation life at Laarwijk
Plantage Laarwijk Agro Experience Tour Programme
Discover rural Surinamese life on a varied day trip from Paramaribo. Combine plantation history and local agriculture with hands-on activities, Surinamese food and free time in nature.
08:00 AM | Departure from Paramaribo
From the main entrance of Torarica Resort, you travel by car or bus to Domburg. Here, you board a boat for the short crossing to Plantage Laarwijk.
Your guide explains how the area has developed and introduces the activities planned for the day.
Along the way, you pass the Staatsolie refinery area. A brief photo stop may be possible if traffic and safety conditions allow.
Historical and agricultural tour
Discover how the former sugar plantation developed into a farming community. With a local guide, you explore the agricultural plots, learn about tropical crops and watch a harvesting demonstration.
Harvesting demonstration | From crop to product
During the agricultural tour, a local guide demonstrates how a crop is harvested or processed. Depending on availability, this may involve sugar cane. Learn about local techniques and how crops are prepared for consumption, gaining insight into the connection between farming and local food production.
Plant-a-Tree Experience
Plant a tree on the plantation yourself. Your guide explains the tree species and helps you with the planting, leaving a lasting reminder of your visit.
Surinamese lunch and forest walk
Enjoy a traditional lunch prepared by a local resident. Afterwards, join a guided forest walk among tropical trees and plants.
Free time and live cooking
Go kayaking, cycling or fishing, or relax in a hammock. Activities depend on availability and the time remaining. Finish your visit with a live cooking demonstration and a tasting of local snacks.
Around 06:00 PM | Return to Paramaribo
After the boat crossing to Domburg, you travel back to Torarica Resort.
The programme and times are approximate. The order and activities may vary depending on traffic, water levels, weather, harvests and availability.
Travel details & Prices
ℹ️ Travel information
Transport
- Transport: car or bus and boat
- Route: Paramaribo, Domburg, Laarwijk and return
- Destination: Plantage Laarwijk, Commewijne district
- Departure location: main entrance of Torarica Resort
- Departure time: 08:00 AM
- Expected return: around 06:00 PM
- Total tour duration: approximately 10 hours
- Difficulty level: easy to moderate
- Minimum number of participants: 3 people
The tour includes several short walks. You will also get in and out of a boat for both crossings.
Optional activities such as cycling and kayaking involve additional physical effort if you choose to participate.
Departure and return times are approximate. The final meeting point and departure time will be confirmed in advance on your voucher or invoice.
Prices per person
Rates valid from 28 July 2026 to 30 September 2027, based on the supplied package.
| Age | Price |
|---|---|
| Adults and children aged 12 and over | €80 |
| Children aged 3–11 | €64 |
| Children under 3 | Free of charge, subject to conditions |
The regular tour can operate with a minimum of two participants.
Additional safety and transport conditions may apply to young children.
The final price, any applicable VAT and availability will be confirmed when booking.
Pick-up locations & times
The standard departure location is the main entrance of Torarica Resort in Paramaribo.
- Meeting point: main entrance of Torarica Resort
- Please arrive: around 07:45 AM
- Departure: 08:00 AM
- Expected return: around 06:00 PM
Transport from your accommodation to Torarica Resort is not included as standard.
Would you like a transfer to the meeting point? Orange Travel can check the options and any additional costs for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Packing list
🎒 What to bring to Plantage Laarwijk
🎒 Small backpack
💧 Waterproof bag for electronics
👟 Closed-toe walking shoes or sandals
👕 Lightweight clothing and a spare set
🌧️ Rain jacket or poncho
🧢 Hat or cap
☀️ Sunscreen and sunglasses
🦟 Insect repellent
🏖️ Towel and a bag for wet clothing
📸 Camera or phone with a power bank
💵 Cash in SRD for purchases at the market or plantation
Accommodation
Departure date
Departure dates
The Plantage Laarwijk Agro Experience Tour normally operates on Wednesdays and Sundays.
- Regular departure days: Wednesday and Sunday
- Other days: on request
- Minimum number of participants: 3 people
- Solo travellers: joining an existing group is possible on request
- Private tour: on request
- Availability: subject to guides, transport and local activities
We recommend sharing your preferred departure date well in advance so we can check availability for all parts of the tour.
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General information
🌱 Ecotourism & Sustainability
Your visit supports local residents who provide the guided tours, lunch and snacks. During the Plant-a-Tree Experience, you plant a tree yourself and learn more about the local environment.
Respect the farmland, only pick produce with permission and ask residents before photographing them.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is this tour suitable for children?
Yes, the combination of nature, farming and hands-on activities makes this tour appealing to families. Children require supervision during water activities.
Do I need a good level of fitness?
The tour includes short walks on natural, sometimes uneven paths and getting in and out of a boat. If you have difficulty walking, please discuss this with us before booking.
Do I have to join every activity?
No, you can also relax during the free time. Cycling, kayaking and fishing depend on the available equipment and time.
Can dietary requirements be accommodated?
Please let us know about any allergies or dietary requirements in advance. We will check with the local kitchen what is possible.
What happens if it rains?
The tour generally goes ahead. In unsafe weather conditions, the guides may adjust the programme.
Can I book a private tour?
Private tours are available on request, subject to availability.
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