French Guiana Day Trip (Suriname)

This full-day cross-border tour takes you from Paramaribo to historic Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni in French Guiana, where Surinamese and French influences collide. The journey starts with a comfortable bus ride and a crossing by dugout canoe on the Marowijne River, where the landscape slowly changes and the French atmosphere becomes tangible. Along the way, you will pass by important historical sites that remind you of the Surinamese internal war, giving extra context to the region. In Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni, explore the former bagno, an iconic penal colony that played a central role in the city’s history and now serves as a museum. In addition, you can walk through the lively center past shops and markets where different cultures come together. This tour combines history, culture, and nature into a diverse and immersive experience, with space to enjoy local stories, landscapes, and gastronomy along the way.

Highlights

  • Crossing the Marowijne River by dugout canoe
  • Visit to Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni with French influences
  • Guided tour of the historic bagno (prison museum)
  • Stop at the Moiwana Monument and other historic sites
  • Walking tour of local shops and markets
  • Combining culture, history and nature in one day

Tips

  • Passport ready: Bring your passport for border control.
  • Comfortable footwear: Good walking shoes are important because of the many walks.
  • Sun protection: Use sunscreen and wear a hat or cap.
  • Rain preparation: A raincoat or poncho is useful in changeable weather.
  • Cash: Bring euros for entrance fees and purchases in French Guiana.
  • Camera Charged: Make sure you have full batteries to capture everything.

Additional information

  • When: Wednesday & Saturday
  • Transportation: bus & boat
  • Travel time: Approximately 180 minutes
  • Tour time: 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Duration: 11 hours
  • Minimum number of persons: 4
  • Languages: Dutch & English
  • Including: Bus and boat transport, guide, meal on the way back in Commewijne, snack, water
  • Excluded: Entrance Bagno €6 p.p. (to be paid on site)
  • Bad weather: Tour may be canceled or rescheduled in the event of unforeseen weather conditions
  • Cancellation up to 15 days: 75% refund
  • Cancellation 14–7 days: 50% refund
  • Cancellation <6 days: No refund

From $157.95

Per person

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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.

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 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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