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Discover Brownsberg, located in the Brokopondo district of Suriname. This is the perfect place to enjoy the diverse flora and fauna of the Surinamese rainforest. This unique day trip takes you to the heart of Suriname’s jungle. Also, explore our multi-day trips to Brownsberg – Stone Island or the Brownsberg – Afobaka Resort tour for an unforgettable adventure!
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If you would like to experience the real jungle of Suriname, but do not need a multi-day trip, the Brownsberg day trip is the perfect tour for you. If you want to stay longer, book a 2-day Brownsberg – Ston Island or Brownsberg – Afobaka Resort tour now. You can also easily combine this with other multi-day trips in the Upper Suriname!
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Tour Information
Program
- Approximately 07:00 departure from Paramaribo
- Approximately three hours driving to Brownsberg
- Approximately one and a half hours hiking to the waterfall, round trip
- Approximately 19:00 return to Paramaribo
Travel details
- Transport: by bus
- Departure time: 07.00hrs
- Travel time: +/- 3 hours
- Back in Paramaribo: after 19.00hrs
Frequently Asked Questions
Packing list
- Well-charged batteries: So that you can capture every special moment.
- Closed shoes/ Good hiking boots: Ideal for the hike to the waterfall(s)
- Hat or cap: So that you can protect your face from the tropical sun.
- Long pants and long-sleeved shirt: To protect against horseflies, mosquitoes, other insects and irritating plants.
- Towel: To dry yourself off after the tour
- Mosquito repellent: To protect you from insect bites during the tour.
- Raincoat / poncho: For unexpected showers and to stay dry.
- Water shoes: For when you want to cool down under the waterfall(s), it can be slippery are.
- Slippers (for after the tour if necessary): So that you can exchange your warm walking shoes for cool slippers.
- Sunscreen: For protection against the sun.
- Swimwear (put on under your clothes to stand under the waterfall and change easily)
- Backpack: For during the walk to put personal items in and possibly your towel or bottle of water
- Waterproof bag for electronics and valuables: In case you want to keep these items safe.
- Dry clothes (for after the tour or after standing under the waterfall)
- SRD change: Handy for small purchases.
- Passport: Mandatory due to checkpoint on the go!
- Binoculars/camera: So that you can see and capture every animal well.Tip: Wear light and loose clothing in the dry season: There are extra horseflies in the dry season.
Accommodation
Departure date
- Every day from 3 people
General information
Bus trip
We depart from Paramaribo towards Brownsberg, located in the Brokopondo district, making a stop after about an hour’s drive in the open savannas rich in Suriname's interior. During this stop, you will be treated to a nice cup of coffee or tea and a sandwich. We will take the opportunity to provide you with some information about the flora and fauna of the area. We will also make a stop if you wish to buy a warm meal on your own, or you may bring your own. The last part of the road is quite bumpy. You may need to get out of the bus occasionally so the driver can navigate the bus more easily uphill.
Hike to the Leoval
When you reach the Brownsberg plateau, you will prepare for a hike to the Leoval. During this reasonably intensive hike of about an hour, you can enjoy all the flora and fauna that the Surinamese jungle has to offer. The guide keeps a close eye on the surroundings to spot as much wildlife as possible. During the hike, he will share interesting facts about nature. When you reach the waterfall, you can reward yourself with a refreshing shower. Once everyone has regained enough energy, you will hike back up the mountain.
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Lunch on the mountain
Once back on the mountain, a delicious lunch awaits you, well-deserved after the hike. When everyone has finished eating, you can enjoy the beautiful view over the Brokopondo reservoir. At the end of the afternoon, we will return to Paramaribo.
Unique photo opportunities
During this tour, you can capture plenty of beautiful and unique photos. For example, take a fun picture under the waterfall. Or take a photo at one of the beautiful viewpoints during the hike to the waterfall. Once you are up on the mountain, it is definitely a must to take a picture of the stunning view over the Brokopondo reservoir.
