Suriname: Tourist & Vacation Guide

Country's codes

International phone code for Suriname: +597

Standard ISO 3166-1:

3 letters: SUR

2 letters (internet domain): .SR

Digital country code: 740

Standard EAN-13 (country barcode): -

Olympic country code: SUR

FIFA code: SUR

Suriname Travel Guide: Top Attractions & Best Time to Visit

Suriname is one of South America's most culturally diverse countries, known for its tropical rainforests, vibrant multicultural heritage, and colonial architecture. From the historic streets of Paramaribo to the pristine jungles of the interior, Suriname offers a unique blend of nature, culture, and adventure.

Best Time to Visit Suriname

Suriname has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round. Travelers often plan visits around the drier seasons for easier jungle exploration and outdoor activities.

Overall Best Months:

February–April August–November

These months usually bring less rainfall and better conditions for wildlife watching, river trips, and exploring rainforests.

Dry Season (Feb–Apr): Best time for exploring jungle lodges and national parks.
Early Wet Season (May–Jul): Lush landscapes and fewer tourists.
Second Dry Season (Aug–Nov): Ideal weather for river tours and wildlife.
Rainy Season (Dec–Jan): Tropical showers but still warm and green.

Travel Tip: Combine a visit to Paramaribo with a multi-day jungle lodge trip to experience Suriname's incredible rainforest biodiversity.

Top Attractions in Suriname

Paramaribo Historic Inner City

A UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with Dutch colonial architecture, wooden buildings, and vibrant cultural landmarks along the Suriname River.

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Central Suriname Nature Reserve

One of the largest protected rainforest areas in the world, home to jaguars, giant river otters, monkeys, and hundreds of bird species.

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Brownsberg Nature Park

A scenic rainforest reserve featuring waterfalls, jungle trails, and spectacular views over the Brokopondo Reservoir.

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Galibi Nature Reserve

A famous nesting site for giant sea turtles, where visitors can watch these incredible creatures come ashore during nesting season.

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Brokopondo Reservoir

One of the largest artificial lakes in the world, surrounded by tropical forest and dotted with tree trunks rising above the water.

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Commewijne River Plantations

Historic plantations that reveal Suriname's colonial past, accessible by boat from Paramaribo.

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Travel Tips for Suriname

Transport: Travel within Paramaribo is easy by taxi or rental car, but visiting rainforest regions usually requires organized tours or river transportation.

Healthy Travel Tip:
Bring insect repellent, lightweight clothing,
and plenty of water when exploring tropical forests.

Suriname offers an incredible combination of tropical nature, multicultural heritage, and authentic adventure travel experiences. It remains one of the least visited and most fascinating destinations in South America.

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Useful country information

Total area: 63,039 sq mi (163,270 sq km)

Population (2022 est.):591,798

Capital and largest city (2022 est.): Paramaribo, 250,000

Paramaribo: Capital City Profile

Monetary unit: Surinamese dollar

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National name: Republiek Suriname

Current government officials

Languages: Dutch (official), English (widely spoken), Sranang Tongo (Surinamese, sometimes called Taki-Taki, is native language of Creoles and much of the younger population and is lingua franca among others), Caribbean Hindustani (a dialect of Hindi), Javanese

Ethnicity/race: East Indians (Hindustanis) 37%, Creole (mixed white and black) 31%, Javanese 15%, ?Bush Negroes? (also known as Maroons) 10%, Amerindian 2%, Chinese 2%, white 1%, other 2%

Religions: Hindu 27.4%, Protestant 25.2% (predominantly Moravian), Roman Catholic 22.8%, Islam 19.6%, indigenous 5%

National Holiday: Independence Day, November 25