Wilderness Landscape & Natural Heritage
Central Suriname Nature Reserve, established to protect the unique biodiversity of Suriname's interior rainforest, is situated in the heart of Suriname. This expansive area, covering over 3.95 million acres, is home to an incredible array of plant and animal species. It includes the Guiana Shield bioregion, renowned for its pristine rainforest, unique tepuis, and significant populations of jaguars, giant river otters, and Guiana cock-of-the-rock. The reserve, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offers limited but remarkable opportunities for ecotourism. Visitors are often drawn to the granite Dome Mountain and the Raleighvallen, known for beautiful waterfalls and challenging hiking paths. The indigenous Saramaccan people inhabiting the buffer zones contribute to the cultural tapestry and custodianship of this biodiverse paradise. Due to the remoteness and dense forestation, most visitors explore via guided tours.