In 1498, the area, which is now considered to be Suriname, South American, was visited by Alonso de Ojeda who accompanied Christopher Columbus on his second voyage. Later, the Dutch influenced Suriname for 300 years. Therefore, along with Spanish, Portuguese, and indigenous influences, visitors to Suriname can find Dutch names, architecture, and cultural influences. Visitors to Suriname report that it is the most unspoiled landscapes with awesome national parks, national reserves, and other protected natural areas. There are very dense tropical rainforests, roaring rivers with guides for expeditions, waterfalls, and tropical birds. Visitors to Suriname can explore the plantation culture and take eco-tours of the rainforests. Utilizing the rivers for travel by boat is probably the most expedient way to travel through the interior of the country. In Paramaribo, the capital city, visitors can find a blend of many cultures, including Dutch, Chinese, Hindustani, and Javanese. Paramaribo with its blend of cultures is interesting and unique, and in addition to its colonial buildings, it has a market in the center of the city, presidential palace, and historic fort.

When traveling to Suriname, please be alert about visa requirements, health alerts, and travel warnings.