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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

"The canoe trips from Pousada do Rio Mutum were excellent as we saw giant otters, capybara and numerous birds. Our guide here, Flavio, was excellent.”
MB, Llanerchymedd Nov 2013
They could not have been more helpful when Nigel had a cold. We were looked after like treasured relatives, and Nigel was plied with ginger tea and paracetamol whenever he…
JS, Bath Mar 2017
We found our whole holiday experience excellent. It was nice to be able to see so much in 2 weeks whilst still feeling relaxed as we were looked after so…
HB, Abingdon Apr 2016
Another wonderful location, a shame we were only there for a short time.
AL, Evesham Apr 2019
Another great location, we could watch the dancing in the street from our balcony during the 1 May celebrations. We were able to use the swimming pool at their sister…
SW, Great Missenden May 2017
Highlights:- Walking in the jungle at Corcovado (we were lucky enough to see a Puma) & seeing the turtles lay eggs at Tortuguero
TB, Tervuren Aug 2011

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