SurinameSights

Mountain sights in Suriname

  1. Mt Kasikasima

    To the south of the Amerindian village of Palumeu, in the far south of Suriname, is the 718m (2335ft) Mt Kasikasima. Reaching this remote and beautiful granite mountain involves a couple of days in a dugout canoe and a fairly vigorous climb to the summit. Intrepid travelers will be rewarded with stunning views and a true wilderness experience.

    METS in Paramaribo runs seven-day tours to Mt Kasikasima that involve a stay at Palumeu, a couple of nights camping and plenty of time in a dugout canoe.

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  2. Tafelberg Nature Reserve

    The remote Tafelberg reserve, encompassing mountains, forest and savanna, has no surrounding human populations. The park forms part of the larger Central Suriname Nature Reserve. Journeys involve a flight and two solid days of hiking before ascending the flat-topped Tafelberg mountain, rising 1026m (3366ft) out of the forest. The views and birdlife are stunning.

    Ara Cari (Kwattaweg 252, Paramaribo) runs three-to-four-day tours out to Tafelberg.

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