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Jodensavanna is just about an hour away from Paramaribo on the right bank of the Suriname River. This is a short time to travel for an otherworldly experience of a former Jewish settlement. You'll visit the ruins of the oldest Jewish synagogue on the American continent that are still visible, as well as the cemetery. Passing by several indigenous villages and crossing the river at the town of Carolina, you'll marvel. Plus, at the Overbridge Resort, lunch is served on the nature spot in which you can relax or swim -all in one day.

After pick up, you'll go to the historical site is named after the Jews who fled the Inquisition in Europe around 1650 and settled in this savannah area. See the hill that offered views of the surrounding plantations and hear about the two water sources present, one of which was said to have medicinal effects. Increase your knowledge about the plantations that were there, among other things, sugar cane and their Biblical names such as Hebron and Bersaba.

You'll travel via the Afobakaweg, to Jodensavanna. Along the way, passing several indigenous villages and crossing the river at the town of Carolina. The guide tells you curious stories about the famous and rich past of the once-prosperous plantation. Visit the old cemetery and the remaining ruins. After Jodensavanna, the tour continues to the Overbridge Resort, where lunch is served on a spot where you can relax or swim to end the day.

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Høydepunkt

Learn about the Jewish Savanna and its previous water sources of medicinal effects
Pass by indigenous villages and admire the glistening slither of the river as you cross it at the village of Carolina
Visit Overbridge River Resort and swim in the Suriname River
Indulge in lunch surrounded by nature in a tranquil area

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Viktig informasjon

Please note there is a choice of pickups from 4 locations, which are:
- Courtyard by Marriott Paramaribo, Anton Drachtenweg 50-54 at 8:00am
- Torarica Resort, Mr. L.J. Rietbergplein 1 at 8.15 am
- Purity Tours & Services, Heerenstraat 15 at 8.30 am
- Joah Inn Appartementen, Keizerstraat 91 at 8.45 am
At checkout, please write your choice of pick up from the 4 locations above so the local operator is aware
A minimum of 4 adults and a maximum of 15 can be selected at a time
It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes, sunglasses, hat or cap for the sun, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, a poncho or have an umbrella in case of rain and take your camera
As there is a swimming opportunity, remember to take swimwear, towel, and sandals
This activity is available in English and Dutch

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Avbestillingsregler

Få 70% refundert hvis du avbestiller senest 21 dager før aktiviteten begynner., Få 50% refundert hvis du avbestiller senest 14 dager før aktiviteten begynner., Få 25% refundert hvis du avbestiller senest 5 dager før aktiviteten begynner., Få 10% refundert hvis du avbestiller senest 24 timer før aktiviteten begynner.

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