Brownsberg Nature Park
A rainforest reserve in Suriname's interior, with trails, waterfalls and views over the Brokopondo reservoir, a day or two from Paramaribo.
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Brownsberg Nature Park is a protected rainforest reserve in the Brokopondo District of Suriname, south of the capital, Paramaribo. The park sits on the edge of the Brokopondo reservoir, an artificial lake formed behind the Afobaka dam. Forest trails climb through the rainforest, streams fall over rock ledges, and lookouts face the water and the forested hills beyond it.
People go for the walking, the waterfalls and the wildlife, including birds and monkeys, though sightings are not guaranteed. The park suits a day trip or an overnight stay from Paramaribo, and it fits travelers who want a quieter stretch of forest after time in the city. Plan a full day if you want to hike more than one trail. The drier months are easier for walking; the rainy season brings higher water and muddier paths.
Brownsberg Nature Park in five
- Get a visa check for SurinameEntry rules depend on your passport. Check with the Surinamese embassy or consulate in your country before you pay for flights or lodge beds.Visas and entry
- Carry Surinamese dollars in cashBring enough Surinamese dollars for the drive, meals, guide fees and purchases at the park.Money and costs
- Set up offline maps before the drivePhone signal can drop on the road and on the plateau. Download the park map and your route before you leave Paramaribo.
- Book beds at the plateau lodgeStaying on the plateau gives you time on the trails before the day's visitors arrive. Reserve with the park's managing organisation, STINASU, before you travel.Where to stay
- Ask about malaria before you goThe Brokopondo area lies in Suriname's interior, where malaria occurs. See a travel clinic before you leave and pack insect repellent for the trails.
Things to do in Brownsberg Nature Park
See all attractions in Brownsberg Nature ParkNeed to know
- Currency
- Surinamese dollar (SRD)
- Entry
- Visa needed for many passports; check before you book
- Emergency
- Police 115; ask your lodge for the other emergency numbers
- Tipping
- No set rule; ask your guide or lodge
- Time
- UTC-3, no daylight saving
Weather by month
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuaryShort rains
- FebruaryShort dry spell
- MarchRains return
- AprilLong rains
- MayLong rains
- JuneLong rains
- JulyRains easing
- AugustDry season
- SeptemberDry, hot
- OctoberDry, hot
- NovemberDry, ends
- DecemberShort rains
Right now in Brownsberg Nature Park
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- 67%
- Wind
- 10 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 8%
Brownsberg Nature Park
09:52 PM
Monday, November 2
- Today34°25°8%Monday: Cloudy. High 34°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 8%.
- Tue34°24°20%Tuesday: Drizzle. High 34°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 20%.
- Wed34°23°2%Wednesday: Cloudy. High 34°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 2%.
- Thu34°23°2%Thursday: Cloudy. High 34°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 2%.
- Fri34°24°4%Friday: Partly cloudy. High 34°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 4%.
- Sat34°24°46%Saturday: Partly cloudy. High 34°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 46%.
- Sun33°24°55%Sunday: Cloudy. High 33°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 55%.
Updated 07:46 PM local time · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 37.64 SRD
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Before you go to Brownsberg Nature Park
Rules for Brownsberg Nature Park, checked
- Check entry requirements for your nationality with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Suriname before you travel.
- Declare food, plants and animal products on arrival, and check customs rules with Suriname Customs before you pack.
- Stay on marked trails and follow park staff and guide instructions. Do not collect plants, animals, rocks or other natural material in the park.
- Do not feed or handle wildlife in the park.
Plan around Brownsberg Nature Park
Entry, money and the wider country around the park
Read the guideVisas and entryEntry rules by passport and what to check before you book
Read the guideGetting around SurinameRoads and transfers from Paramaribo to the plateau
Read the guideTours and ticketsDay trips and guided visits from Paramaribo
Read the guideWhere to stayLodge beds on the plateau and bases in Paramaribo
Read the guideMoney and costsCash, cards and what to budget for the trip
Read the guideBrownsberg Nature Park FAQ
How do I get to Brownsberg Nature Park from Paramaribo?
Take a car or taxi south from Paramaribo, then follow the park road up to the plateau. Check road conditions before you leave.
Can I visit Brownsberg Nature Park as a day trip from Paramaribo?
Yes. Leave early to get the most daylight on the trails. Staying overnight on the plateau gives you more time for the waterfalls and lake views.
What can you see at Brownsberg Nature Park?
Waterfalls including Irene Falls, views over the Brokopondo reservoir, and forest with monkeys and birds. Trails range from short walks to longer hikes, so choose by fitness.
When is the best time to visit Brownsberg Nature Park?
August to November is the long dry season and the easiest period for walking. Rain from April to July can make trails slippery.
Do I need a guide at Brownsberg Nature Park?
Shorter walks on marked trails need no guide. For longer hikes, ask the park or your lodge about a guide before you set out, and carry water and a headlamp.