bakaa boto

Bakaa Boto is a little-known tourist resort situated at the Bakaa Boto rapids in the Saramaccan maroon territory.

Diagonally across the river the village Duwata is situated. From Bakaa boto you can make exciting boat tours across the rapids, forest hikes, village walks, navigate the river in a dugout canoe, fishing trips, two day bivouac expeditions, trips to the Brokopondo Reservoir (van Blommestein lake).

Price 3 day Bakaa Boto friday - sunday € 195,-

Tours on other days or a longer period of time also possible. For information please mail us.

local community

Here you will find the Saramaccan maroons, the biggest of the six maroon tribes in Suriname. Much of their daily livelihood they get from the surrounding rainforest. Their food consists of rice, vegetables, fruits, cassava, fish and bush-meat. More than 90 percent of the houses are still traditionally built. Although many people use western clothing, traditional clothing can still be seen.

Beside some slash and burn farming, hunting and fishing are part of their livelihood. Implements, woodcarving and ornaments are being sold.

Once you are at Bakaa Boto, the local surroundings, nature and culture shall draw your attention.

transportation

Overland, minimal 4 hours by car.

possibilities during the tour

Guided village tour
Visit to the Apresina rapids
Forest hike in undisturbed forest (1.5 hour hike)
Visit the village captain
Learn how to handle a dugout canoe
Swim and sunbathe
Angling on location, or on the Brokopondo Reservoir (Peacok bass)
Relaxing at a number one location

Pay attention

The cultural show can be booked locally and is not included in the price.

Due to cultural festivities and weather conditions the tour program can be adjusted.

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