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Danpaati River Lodge

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Danpaati River Lodge is a delightful property with wooden cabins set on the shores of a remote island on the Amazonian Suriname river.

Danpaati River Lodge is set in an exceptionally remote and tranquil spot on an island in the Suriname river, fringed by Amazonian rainforest. Located close to the Maroon village of Dan, famed for its unique culture where African traditions and rituals have been preserved, the lodge is deeply integrated into the local community, and coordinates projects with 12 villages in the vicinity, including a media centre for children. The lodge welcomes visitors offering accommodation for couples, families and groups in a variety of spacious A-frame wooden cabins on the waterfront, with amenities including mosquito nets, fresh coffee served in the mornings and unbeatable views from hammocks set on the verandah. There’s a breezy lounge facing the river and a large outdoor pool surrounded by a hardwood yoga deck, with access to one of the few areas of the Suriname river where it is safe to swim.

What our clients say

"A gentle relief from the buzz of BA."
LN, Leatherhead Dec 2014
This was amazing. The bungalows were lovely. We arrived too late and left too early for a tour but we walked around the grounds and got a good idea of…
TA, Edinburgh Nov 2017
Beautiful views from the hotel that had several outside sitting areas. Everything is included and they offer a good range of excursions with knowledgeable guides. The restaurant offered an excellent…
DD, Uxbridge Jun 2018
"Comfortable place to stay with good guides, giving real insight into the wildlife of Honduras. Only issue was they were almost incapable of providing veggie meals in the evening."
DT, Liverpool Oct 2014
it was great, memories we’ll treasure, a very special experience and a privilege.
JM, Whitley bay Mar 2017
This was a holiday I have wanted to do for many years and it did not fail to deliver. Our tour leader was professional,knowledgeable, understanding and integrated with the local…
GM, Fairford Apr 2018

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