Enjoy the breath taking jungle and experience

the authentic culture of the Upper Suriname !

Jungle Resort Pingpe is a small resort, where hospitality is central. The resort is situated directly on the upper Suriname River

opposite the village Pingpe (also called Pempe). From the resort you are directly involved in the daily life of the Saramaccan-

ers (a tribal community). In the resort you will see how the Saramaccaners are living. They travel in their wooden canoes, do

their laundry in the river and you can hear them welcoming you. Meanwhile, you will fully enjoy the beautiful nature: the

ever-changing light over the trees on the riverbank, the palm trees on the island, the noise of the sula (small waterfall) and

the flying birds. The residents of Pingpe welcomes you and make you feel at home.

Contact Information Jungle Resort Pingpe

Judith (00597) 8768014 E-mail: info@jungleresortpingpe.com

Chapeau (00597) 8234744 Website: www.jungleresortpingpe.com

We love to welcome you at Jungle Resort Pingpe!

Tours to Jungle Resort Pingpe

Jungle Resort Pingpe offer fully catered three- to six-day tours to Upper-Suriname. We from Pingpe Resort work with a pro-gram carefully designed, made of a blend of nature and culture. Our passionate guide tells you extensively about the cul-ture, lifestyle, the flora and fauna of the area and also takes into account your interest and wishes. In our regular program we offer the following activities: Walk through the jungle, you will be informed about the vegetation and wildlife. In a creek you can cool off.

Walk to Village Pingpe, you visit the local school, get acquainted with the people and history of the Maroons. Boat trip to the Tapawatra rapids, the confluence of the Gran Rio and Rio Pikin. The rapids you will experience the power

of water. Evening trip by canoe, in silence you can enjoy the sounds of the jungle and caimans spotting. Visit Djumu, where you bring a visit to the medical post.

Dance performance by the locals, dancing and singing is very important in the life of the Maroons, and they let you to enjoy. (At a tour of minimum 4 persons)

In our 5 day tour is a walking tour included the Pineapple Mountain. For hiking enthusiasts we can include it in the other tours. For a full description of the daily programs, please visit our website or your tour operator. If you want a custom tour, you can make your wishes known to us for a customized program. The tours included: Professional Dutch and English speaking guide, all activities mentioned in the day program, beautiful boat trip on the Upper Suriname River, three delicious meals a day, juices, snacks, fruit, water, coffee and tea (excl. alcoholic beverages, which are available at the bar), with accommodation in Paramaribo) except to and from airport Zorg & Hoop and a great experience! * Due to weather conditions or cultural activities, we may, in consultation with you modify the day’s pro-gram taking into account the needs and preferences of our guests.

Uniquely in our tour is the ‘Back-to-Basics Experience’! During this two-and three-day ‘jungle experience’ you will discover the jungle of Suri-name in an adventurous way. From the village Pingpe you walk approximately four hours, depending on the pace of the group, to a big creek. During the walk our guide cuts a path for you and as necessary he will lay trunks down for you to cross small creeks. The guide informs you widely about the flora and fauna around you, the medicinal plants of the forest and their uses. At the creek there is a basic camp, where you will overnight in a hammock fitted with a mosquito net. In camp Anjoemara one can enjoy the sounds of the jungle, bath in the sula, fish or chill in a hammock. An adventure where you could possibly eat your own caught Anjoemara at dinner. During your stay you will experience and taste the untouched jungle in a unique way and forget about the life outside.

Greetings in Saramaccaans : I weki no? Are you awake? Mi weki ooh! Yes, I’m awake. Aai Yes

I de no? Good morning-, aftenoon! Mi de ooh! Good morning-, afternoon! Soo Oké

I ko aki no? Are you coming here? Mi ko aki ooh I’m come here. Womi Man

Un nen fii? What’s your name? Mi nen da… My name is... Mujee Woman

I nango a lio no? Are you going to the river? Ai mi nango a lio! Yes, I go to the river. Njan sutie Enjoy your meal.

Gaantangi fii Thank you! Na soni u tangi No thanks! Dumundu See you later.

Dumi bunu Sleep well Nono No

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Resort & Accommodation The wooded resort is located on a beautiful place, right on the Upper-Suriname River. The small resort is simply constructed and furnished but with all basic facilities. The re-sort consists of: 6 spacious lodges with beds with mosquito nets, a private shower and toilet and a spacious veranda, a restaurant with a simple bar and kitchen, a separate shower and toilet facilities and several places to relax. The resort is equipped with solar panels, so there is lighting in the evenings and electrical devices can be charged. From your veranda, where you will be served every morning coffee and tea, you can look out over the river. The lodges can accommodate 2 to 5 people. Also can hammock spots are created. In the village and the resort you will be welcomed by the residents of Pingpe, making you feel welcome and quickly learn your first words Saramaccan.

The Village Pingpe Pingpe is an authentic Maroon village, the home of about 200 persons. Maroons are the descend-ants of the runaway slaves who were originally brought from West Africa to work on the planta-tions. In the villages they have preserved the cul-ture of their ancestors well. For their livelihood they normally depend among on hunting, fishing, subsistence farming (slash and burn), forestry, medicinal plants. From Paramaribo they are sup-plied with clothing, kitchenware, tools, rice, gaso-line and outboard engines. When visiting the vil-lages Pingpe and the surrounding village Semoisie you experience the authentic lifestyle, atmos-phere and culture. Because tourism is still in an infant stage, the traditional village culture is pre-served. The residents are happy with the arrival of tourists as a result of which they get to know new cultures. They let you see their traditions. Their warmth and hospitality you will long retain in your memory. Location & Route The resort is approximately 75 km south of Atjoni, the harbour is the last spot who is accessible by road. In the case of transport by bus/dug-out ca-noe you drive in approx 2.5 hours to Atjoni, where you further travel by canoe. You sail in about 3.5 hours, depending on the water level, to Jungle Resort Pingpe. In the case of transport by airplane, you fly to/from airport to/from Zorg&Hoop & Djumu. The

flight takes about 1 hour. About 15 minutes boat ride from Djumu downstream to the resort. (By plane you may take up to 8 kg of luggage per person.) You need always to take your Passport for travel by bus/ boat and by airplane! For whom suitable? The tours are suitable for anyone who wants to experience the Interior of Suriname at a reasonable comfortably way under guidance of an enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide. By the adventurous character of our tours, is an average physical condition de-sired. At the 'Back-to-Basic Experience' is a good condition required but especially an adventurous spirit. You should take into account that the overnight on the 'Back-to-Basic base camp' no basic facilities are present, such as shower and toilet. (Applies only the 'Back-to-basics ' walking tour). Advice what to bring: Light and quick drying clothes, 2 long and 2 short pants, 2 shirts with long sleeves, swimwear, T-shirts, slippers, sturdy walking shoes, toiletries, sunscreen, Cap, insects repellent, flashlight, film/photo camera, rain cloak, small backpack, waterproof bag for your precious stuff, mon-ey for souvenirs and bar account. For the 'Back-to-Basic Experience' an extra long trousers and t-shirt with long sleeves! On the resort there by phone range with Digicel and Telesur. Please bring your passport because of regular monitoring at police station.