Suriname

More than 90% of Suriname is covered by tropical rainforest, making it one of the world's most heavily forested countries.

Country

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Useful facts for planning

Guide type Country

In this guide

Why go

Capital: Paramaribo

Currency: Surinamese Dollar (SRD)

Best time: Feb–Apr & Aug–Nov

Weather: Tropical; hot and humid

Top attractions: Paramaribo • Central Suriname Nature Reserve • Brownsberg • Commewijne • Galibi

Nature: Amazon rainforest • rivers • wetlands • Atlantic coastline

Quick fact: More than 90% of Suriname is covered by tropical rainforest, making it one of the world's most heavily forested countries.