Commewijne plantation by car full-day tour

Place: Paramaribo

Duration: 7 hours

Language: English, Dutch

Mobile voucher accepted

Instant confirmation

Entrance fees included

Guided tour

Local touch

Meal included

Subject expert guide

E-Voucher

Hotel pick up

Transport included

Do this because

Step back in history at the Fort Nieuw Amsterdam open-air museum
Feel the tranquil nature around the former coffee plantation - Peperpot
Visit the former sugarcane plantation of Mariënburg
Admire the river panoramic views as you are driven over the Jules Wijdenbosch bridge
Meeting the local population of Commewijne and learn the history of the plantations with the help of your local guide

What to expect

Don't miss out on the humble history, being surrounded by nature, the green shades, and more that this seven-hour guided tour brings. You'll feel relaxed whilst being driven to Commewijne, over the Jules Wijdenbosch bridge, see the Open-Air Museum in Nieuw Amsterdam, the former plantations of coffee and cacao at Peperpot and sugarcane at Mariënburg with the slither of the Suriname river present.

Starting from being collected, you'll meet your guide and hear how the Commewijne district is one of the oldest plantation areas in Suriname. Listen to the fascinating story of the second half of the 17th century, when plantations were laid on the Upper Commewijne and Cottica river, where mainly sugar cane, coffee, and cacao were cultivated. Visualize the past and admire the present whilst being driven from Paramaribo across the Jules Wijdenbosch bridge.

The first stop is at Peperpot, a former coffee and cacao plantation where you'll walk on the Peperpot Trail. After this, at the Open-Air Museum in Nieuw Amsterdam and former sugarcane plantation Mariënburg you'll step back in time to imagine the workers. In between these activities, you'll indulge in a delicious lunch plus drive past the old plantations Ellen and Leliëndaal. By the end of the day, you'll have increased your knowledge about the history of the old plantations and the remains that are sometimes hidden in the forest.

Please note there is a choice of pickups from 4 locations, which are:
- Courtyard by Marriott Paramaribo, Anton Drachtenweg 50-54 at 8:15am
- Torarica Resort, Mr. L.J. Rietbergplein 1 at 8.30 am
- Purity Tours & Services, Heerenstraat 15 at 8.45 am
- Joah Inn Appartementen, Keizerstraat 91 at 9.00 am
At checkout, please write your choice of pick up from the 4 locations above so the local operator is aware
A minimum of 3 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 umbrella and take your camera
This activity is available in English and Dutch

What’s included

Entrance fees

Drinks

Lunch

Guided tour

Water

Snacks

Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

What’s not included

Alcoholic drinks (can be purchased on site)

Additional food and drinks

Tips (optional)

Cancellation policy

Receive a 70% refund if you cancel up to 21 days before the experience begins., Receive a 50% refund if you cancel up to 14 days before the experience begins., Receive a 25% refund if you cancel up to 5 days before the experience begins., Receive a 10% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.