The Commewijne district is one of the oldest plantation areas in Suriname.
As early as the second half of the 17th century, plantations were established on the Upper Commewijne and Cottica rivers, where mainly sugarcane, coffee, and cocoa were cultivated.
During this tour, we drive from Paramaribo across the Jules Wijdenbosch Bridge. The first stop is at Peperpot, a former coffee and cocoa plantation where you will take a walk along the Peperpot Trail. After this, we continue our journey to the Open Air Museum in Nieuw-Amsterdam and the former sugarcane plantation Mariënburg. Between activities, we stop for a delicious lunch and drive past the old plantations Ellen and Leliëndaal. The guid...
Highlights
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English & Dutch
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English & Dutch
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Soda/Pop
Bottled water
Lunch
Snacks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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The Commewijne district is one of the oldest plantation areas in Suriname.
As early as the second half of the 17th century, plantations were established on the Upper Commewijne and Cottica rivers, where mainly sugarcane, coffee, and cocoa were cultivated.
During this tour, we drive from Paramaribo across the Jules Wijdenbosch Bridge. The first stop is at Peperpot, a former coffee and cocoa plantation where you will take a walk along the Peperpot Trail. After this, we continue our journey to the Open Air Museum in Nieuw-Amsterdam and the former sugarcane plantation Mariënburg. Between activities, we stop for a delicious lunch and drive past the old plantations Ellen and Leliëndaal. The guid...
Highlights
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English & Dutch
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English & Dutch
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Soda/Pop
Bottled water
Lunch
Snacks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Itinerary
1
Meerzorg
Jetty for the tent boats
15 minutes
2
Meerzorg
Fruit stalls where seasonal, local vegetables and fruit are sold.
