KWANA ISLAND (STUWMEER)

The official name of the lake which is generally called “stuwmeer”, is Prof. Dr. Ir. Van Blommenstein Lake, named after his designs. This lake was established in the latter part of the 50’s. It is also known as the Brokopondo Stuwmeer and has a surface of about 13.000 square km. When the area where the lake was to come was submerged, 22 Maroon villages of the Saramacca tribe were completely laid under. The old mountain tops are now present as small islands in the lake.
In recent years there has been a lot of gold mining in the area around the stuwmeer, where mostly gold dust is extracted. 

Tour:                    2/3 days
Price:                    € 140,-/€ 200,- p.p
Transportation:    Bus/ boat
Accommodation:  Beds w/ mosquito netting / hammocks 

Itinerary Kwana 3 day tour 

Day 1
In the early morning you leave Paramaribo by bus for the trip to Brownsweg. From Brownsweg you will be taken to Kwana in a canoe, a trip which takes about 1 hour. The canoe ride over the stuwmeer takes you in between the old trees of which only the dead treetops are visible above the water.Kwana is an idyllic island located in the Brokopondo stuwmeer where you can relax, fish, swim and enjoy the beautiful nature.After the lunch you will have the opportunity to explore the island. After dinner you can enjoy the view of the beautiful star-spangled sky from the beach. 

Day 2
After breakfast there are several possible activities which can be enjoyed. Fishing is a good choice, since this is a perfect spot for sport fishers. Swimming or simply relaxing in a hammock are some other options. In the afternoon lunch is served and at night there will be a fun Barbecue around the self-made campfire. 

Day 3
After breakfast there is still some time for swimming or fishing after which the return trip to Paramaribo will be commenced. 

Included:
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and juice or flavored drinks during these meals.
Coffee and tea are available during the entire day.
A well trained guide who speaks English and Dutch, and often originates from the interior as well.  

Not Included:
Alcoholic drinks are not included, but are for sale at the resort. 

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