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Bookmark & shareLiving expenses are reasonable in Suriname but costs go through the roof if you take a guided tour of the interior. A night in a hammock costs from US$3.00 per night, while decent rooms start at around US$20.00 for a double. A budget restaurant meal can be had for US$4.00 . Budget travelers can get by on around US$25.00 per day, while those looking for more comfort should expect to spend closer to US$50.00 per day.
Money Preferred Form
Credit cards are accepted at major hotels and at travel agencies. American Express is more common than either MasterCard or Visa. Only Royal Bank of Trinidad & Tobago (RBTT) ATMs accept foreign cards.
US dollars and euros are the most common foreign currency in Suriname, but other major currencies are accepted at banks.
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Currency
- Name
- Surinam Dollar
- Symbol
- $
Surinamese notes are minted in denominations of 1, 2.5, 5, 10, 20, 50 and 100 dollars, and are decorated with notable buildings and natural wonders.
Surinamese coins come in denominations of 1, 5, 10, 25, 100 and 250 cents.
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Changing Your Money
Changing money can involve time-consuming paperwork. In practice, many businesses will accept US dollars or euros at the usual rate, and many also quote their prices in dollars or euros.
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Money Tips
In restaurants, it is customary to tip about 10% of the bill. Waiting staff are generally poorly paid, so if you can afford to eat out, you can afford to tip. Taxi drivers do not require tips, although you may round off the fare for convenience. Long-distance bus fares or shared taxi fares are negotiable, but find out the going price to avoid offending people. Feel free to haggle at handicraft markets. It is possible to bargain over hotel room rates during the off-season or for long stays.
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Sample Price Guide
- chicken-and-vegetable roti
- US$ 2.50
- djogo (1L/2qt) of Parbo beer
- US$ 1.50
Average Room Prices
Low Mid High Deluxe US$3-25 US$25-60 US$60-95 US$95+ Average Meal Prices
Low Mid High Deluxe US$3-6 US$6-10 US$10-25 US$25+
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