Kninipaati Nature Resort, Upper Suriname

The jungle: discover Kninipaati

An oasis of peace and culture

Would you like to unwind by a river in beautiful surroundings? Kninipaati is the ideal tour for you. Set in the heart of Saramaccan culture on the Upper Suriname River, this resort offers a unique experience. Wake up to birdsong and enjoy the sound of croaking frogs at sunset.

Experience the culture and nature

Kninipaati is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the rich culture. During your stay you visit local villages, feel the thrill of the rapids and meet the local people. This tour is the perfect escape from busy Paramaribo, with stays from just two days. For those who want to stay longer, there are plenty of options too.

High-quality facilities and activities

The resort is about an hour by boat from Atjoni and is known for its high quality. The eco-friendly accommodation, excellent local guides and original activities make every day a new adventure. Nelson, the proud owner, welcomes you with Saramaccan hospitality and makes sure your stay is unforgettable.

Facilities

Knini Paati River Resort has ten (10) comfortable lodges for two to five people.

The lodges are spacious, well maintained and equipped with:

• Handcrafted furniture made from local woods
• Modern facilities (shower and toilet)
• Spacious balconies with hammocks
• Firm mattresses and pillows with clean bedding
• Towels
• Hand soap and shower gel
• Hot & cold water
• 24-hour electricity
• Swimming pool
• Free Wi-Fi
• Hammocks
• Private terrace with a view
• Restaurant & bar
• Air conditioning (9:00 pm – 7:00 am)

Other facilities

1. A modern, fully covered dining room with unique furniture made from local woods, next to an open kitchen where your food is prepared daily.
2. The Alala Bar with a beautiful view over the resort, serving drinks all day, every day. The drinks menu lists the range and prices.
3. Tony's Bar, our open-air bar on the river, where you can enjoy the beautiful view over the water.
4. A swimming pool with a pool deck where you can relax on one of the comfortable loungers after a dip.
5. Solar panels that power the lodges 24 hours a day.
6. Air conditioning, also solar-powered.
   Wi-Fi: Knini Paati also has internet 24 hours a day.

Knini Paati, 2 days

€275.00 p.p. Departs every Sunday.

Included

• Transport from Paramaribo to Knini Paati and back
• All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) and drinks (coffee, tea and water)

Excursions

• Cultural experience
• Night-time boat trip & caiman spotting
• Forest walk or swimming in the sula (swimming depends on the water level)

Schedule

The schedule is subject to change and may be adjusted, as may the times. Parts of the programme are flexible.

A special menu is available for vegetarians, provided this is explicitly requested in advance.

Knini Paati, 3 days

€345.00 p.p.
Departs every Monday, Wednesday and Friday

Included

• Transport from Paramaribo to Knini Paati and back
• All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) and drinks (coffee, tea and water)

Excursions

• Forest walk
• Cultural experience
• Night-time boat trip & caiman spotting
• Chance to swim in the sula (depends on the water level)

Schedule

The schedule is subject to change and may be adjusted, as may the times. Parts of the programme are flexible.

A special menu is available for vegetarians, provided this is explicitly requested in advance.

Knini Paati, 4 days

€444.00 p.p.
Departs every Friday

Included

• Transport from Paramaribo to Knini Paati and back
• All meals, plus coffee, tea and water

Excursions

• Forest walk
• Cultural experience
• Night-time boat trip & caiman spotting
• Chance to swim in the sula (depends on the water level)

Schedule

The schedule is subject to change and may be adjusted, as may the times. Parts of the programme are flexible.

A special menu is available for vegetarians, provided this is explicitly requested in advance.

For an extra charge, the following activities can be requested on site, subject to availability:

• Visit the Tapawatra sula, unique rapids at the confluence of the Gran Rio and Pikin Rio of the Upper Suriname River.
• Visit the Saamaka museum and learn more about the history of the Maroons in Suriname.
• Kayaking / canoeing: a great experience on the Upper Suriname River.
• A real jungle overnight stay, sleeping in the forest deep in the Surinamese jungle; also possible as a day trip.
• A helicopter flight.

Departure is possible from 1 person, subject to availability, but a single supplement then applies. Please ask us.

See the tour overview for scheduled tours, or contact us.