Jungle Resort Pingpe – 4-day Tour Back-to-Basic (Suriname)
- Upper Suriname
- 4 days
Price
€ 380 per person (per bus-canoe-bus). Travelling by plane is possible on request.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Back-to-Basic Experience entail?
You will spend two days deep into the untouched jungle, walk to a creek in about four hours and spend the night in a hammock with mosquito net. You can fish, learn about medicinal plants and bathe in the sula.
How do I travel to the resort?
From Paramaribo by bus to Atjoni (approx. 2.5 hours) and then by canoe in about 3.5 hours over the Upper Suriname River. Travelling by plane is possible on request.
What is included and what is not?
Included: guide, all program activities, three meals a day with drinks/snacks/fruit, and transportation to and from Pingpe. Not included: alcoholic beverages and transport to/from Zorg&Hoop airport.
How long does the tour last and what does it cost?
The tour lasts 4 days and costs € 380 per person, travelling by bus-korjaal-bus. Travel by plane is possible on request.
How demanding is the walk to the jungle camp?
You walk to the creek in approximately four hours, depending on the pace of the group. The tour is physically active; reasonable fitness is recommended.
Where do I sleep at the jungle camp?
In a hammock with a mosquito net, in a simple camp beside the creek.
What is a sula?
A sula is a stretch of rapids in the river. You can bathe in one at the jungle camp.
What is an Anjoemara?
The anjoemara (Hoplias aimara) is a large predatory fish found in the rivers of the Guianas and the Amazon basin. If you catch one it can be prepared for dinner. (Source: Wikipedia)
What time am I picked up?
You are picked up between 8.00 and 8.30 am in the centre of Paramaribo.
What is a korjaal?
A korjaal is a long, narrow boat, originally hollowed out from a tree trunk, used in Suriname and the neighbouring Guianas for river transport. (Source: Wikipedia)
Highlights
- Back-to-Basic Experience: two days deep into the untouched jungle
- Spend the night in a hammock with mosquito net by a creek
- Fishing (e.g. on Anjoemara) and bathing in the sula
- Boat trip by dugout canoe on the Upper Suriname River
- Expert local guide from the area
Tips
Additional information
- Category: Multi-day jungle & culture tour with Back-to-Basic Experience
- Departure Point: Pick-up between 8:00 and 8:30 am in Paramaribo center; Travel by bus-korjaal-bus (fly on request)
- Including: Professional Dutch and English-speaking guide, all activities from the day program, three meals a day with juice/snacks/fruit/water/coffee/tea, and transport to and from Pingpe
- Not included: Alcoholic beverages and transport to and from Zorg&Hoop airport
- Visited location: Jungle Resort Pingpe + jungle camp, Upper Suriname
- Type of experience: Nature, culture and adventure (physically active)
From $444.60
Per person
Categories: Nature & Culture, Outdoor Activities, Suriname
Opening hours & Booking information
Opening hours
🕘 *Monday to Saturday:* 09.00 – 18.00
❌ *Sunday:* Closed
During our opening hours, we are happy to answer all your questions and help you book transfers, tours and excursions.
Book Tours
To ensure proper planning and availability, we ask you to book tours at least 2 days in advance. This way we can ensure that everything is perfectly arranged for you.
Airport transfers
Airport transfers can also be booked at short notice, depending on the availability of our drivers.
For last-minute bookings requested less than 24 hours before the transfer, there is a surcharge of €15 per booking. This surcharge is necessary because we have to schedule a driver and vehicle at short notice.
We advise you to book your transfer as early as possible. This way you are assured of availability and you avoid extra costs.
We look forward to welcoming you and providing you with a safe, comfortable and carefree journey.
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