Plantage Frederiksdorp

Frederiksdorp is a former 18th century coffee and cocoa plantation. The first owner was a German from Prussia, Johan Friedrich Knöffel, to whom the plantation owes its name to this day. Frederiksdorp's history recalls both European and African traditions. Frederiksdorp is the center of the right bank of the Commewijne River. It has its own character with surrounding plantations, fishing villages, sea beaches, mangrove forests, bird swamps, dolphins and long cycling and hiking trails. This former plantation with original plantation houses and a police station has been declared a historic world heritage site and has been converted into an attractive holiday resort. The comfortably furnished homes are all equipped with air conditioning, WiFi and hot water. There is also a swimming pool with a beautiful pool deck and a large river terrace. Fruit is planted on the estate that you can pick yourself: oranges, mangoes, papayas and coconuts.

The plantation also has a good restaurant and a well-stocked bar where carefully prepared meals can be enjoyed. In the vicinity there are various excursion options, from educational (small museum) to active. Bicycles are also available for hire for independent exploration. Frederiksdorp is also an excellent base for trips throughout the Commewijne district.

2 days

Day 1
In the morning you go by taxi or bus to Mariënburg. You depart from Mariënburg by boat to Plantage Resort Frederiksdorp. On arrival you will be welcomed by the team and there will be a historical walking tour of the grounds. You can relax with a drink at the bar or relax by the pool. Around lunchtime (lunch included), depending on the tide, you and the guide will look for dolphins. Due to the favorable location of Frederiksdorp, you do not have to sail too far to spot the dolphins. You can often see the dolphins a bit from the boat. With a bit of luck, one will come close to the boat so that you can catch a good glimpse of these pink-bellied dolphins.
Depending on the tide, you will do the caiman and turtle tour with the guide in the afternoon or evening (dinner included). From Frederiksdorp you sail to Plantation Johanna Margaretha. After a ± 5 minute walk we transfer to smaller boats towards the beach. This trip through the swamp area is about 20 kilometers long and takes ± 45 minutes. Let your senses be stimulated by the flora and fauna. The guide will point out where the caimans are hiding and the boatswain skillfully navigates there so that you can see them up close.
Afterwards you will sail to the turtle beach. Here ± 8 km is walked for spotting the sea turtles. Nothing is more beautiful than experiencing the entire process of getting out of the water, digging, laying and covering the nest! Afterwards you will return to Frederiksdorp. On your return you can relax in the bar lounge before your first overnight stay.
Day 2
After breakfast (included) you will go for a bike ride with the guide. You depart from Frederiksdorp in an easterly direction to Marienbosch and Fort Nieuw Amsterdam. You pass various old plantations, locks and canals. The guide will tell you about the history and the different cultures in the district.
Afterwards you will return to Frederiksdorp where the bicycles will be returned. You will have lunch (included) upon your return and then you will depart for Paramaribo on your own.

€ 175 p.p. all inclusive plus 10% BTW

3 days

Day 1
You leave at 08.00 from your hotel to Mariënburg (40 min.). You then transfer to the boat (10 minutes) to Plantage Resort Frederiksdorp. On arrival you will be welcomed by the team and there will be a historical walking tour of the grounds.
Around lunch time, depending on the tide, you and the guide will go in search of dolphins. Due to the favorable location of Frederiksdorp, you do not have to sail too far to spot the dolphins. You can often see the dolphins a bit from the boat. With a bit of luck, one will come close to the boat so that you can catch a good glimpse of these pink-bellied dolphins.
Depending on the tide and the season, you will do the sea turtle tour with the guide in the afternoon or evening. From Frederiksdorp you sail to Plantation Johanna Margaretha. After a ± 5 minute walk we transfer to smaller boats towards the beach. This trip through the swamp area is about 20 kilometers long and takes ± 45 minutes. Let your senses be stimulated by the flora and fauna. The guide will point out where the caimans are hiding and the boatswain skillfully navigates there so that you can see them up close.
Afterwards you will sail to the turtle beach. Here ± 8 km is walked for spotting the sea turtles. Nothing is more beautiful than experiencing the entire process, from getting out of the water, digging, laying and covering the nest!
Afterwards you will return to Frederiksdorp. Outside the turtle season (August to January), a swamp tour through the swamp is carried out where you can spot birds. On your return you can relax in the bar lounge before your first overnight stay. Lunch and dinner included.
Day 2
After breakfast you will go for a bike ride with the guide. You depart from Frederiksdorp in an easterly direction to Kronenburg. You pass various old plantations, locks and canals. The guide will tell you about the history and the different cultures in the district.
Afterwards you will return to Frederiksdorp where the bicycles will be returned. The rest of the day is completely at your leisure. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day3
Today is your last visit to Frederiksdorp. After breakfast, you and your guide will go to Plantage Rust en Werk. Cocoa and cotton were later also grown on this former coffee plantation. The guide will tell you about the plantation period and contemporary life at Rust en Werk. You can visit the meadows and the shrimp farm. Then you leave for Paramaribo on your own. Breakfast and lunch included.

€ 250 p.p. all inclusive plus 10% BTW