Turtle tour in the evening (Suriname)

Experience a Turtle tour in the evening (Suriname): Spot a large sea turtle resting on sandy ground at dusk, with silhouetted trees in the background and three small fish nearby.
A leatherback sea turtle crawls onto a sandy Suriname beach at dusk during the Turtle tour in the evening, with dark ocean waves behind.
Experience a turtle tour in the evening in Suriname and witness up close a nest in the sand with clusters of round, white turtle eggs.
A group of baby sea turtles crosses the sandy beach toward the ocean under a cloudy sky during the Turtle tour in the evening in Suriname.
  • Leonsberg
  • 17:00
  • 6 hours
  • Daily
  • From 10 years old

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Experience a special nature experience during an evening excursion to Braamspunt, a unique and dynamic beach on the Surinamese coast where sea turtles come ashore every year to lay their eggs. This area was created naturally by coastal changes and has developed into an important breeding ground for various turtle species. On this excursion, you will travel to the beach by boat and get to know this fragile ecosystem accompanied by an experienced guide. In the evening hours, when the beach comes to life, you will learn more about the behavior, life cycle, and protection of sea turtles. The excursion offers an impressive combination of education, nature experience and respectful observation according to international guidelines.

Highlights

  • Observing sea turtles on a natural breeding beach
  • Evening excursion in a unique coastal area of Suriname
  • Guidance by trained and knowledgeable guides
  • Visit during the active turtle season
  • Special opportunity to see young turtles as well
  • Nature experience according to WWF guidelines

Tips

  • Dark clothing: Preferably wear dark or black clothing to disturb the turtles as little as possible.
  • Long clothes: Long pants and long-sleeved shirt protect against insects and plants.
  • Comfortable shoes: Choose sturdy walking shoes or sports shoes for walking on the beach.
  • Mosquito protection: Use mosquito repellent against insect bites.
  • Prepared for the weather: Bring light rain gear for unexpected weather conditions.

Additional information

  • When: Daily on request
  • Season: End of January to July
  • Travel time by boat: About 1 hour and 30 minutes
  • Tour time: From 5:00 p.m. to approximately 11:00 p.m.
  • Location: Leonsberg scaffold (don’t wait for the scaffolding)
  • Minimum number of participants: 4 people
  • Minimum age: 10 years
  • Languages: Dutch, English & Surinamese
  • Including: Guide, snacks, hot meal, non-alcoholic drinks
  • Guidelines: Observation according to WWF regulations
  • Bad weather: Tour may be canceled and rescheduled in case of unforeseen weather conditions
  • Cancellation up to 15 days: 75% refund
  • Cancellation 14–7 days: 50% refund
  • Cancellation 6 days or less: No Refunds

Booking & Payment

From $93.60

Per person

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