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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

Excellent situation. The first room allocated was very small. We then changed to a newly renovated room on the first floor which was much better. The breakfast room has an…
SS, Liverpool Nov 2016
Respect for local cultures seemed to work well. Ivan told us a lot about the Mayan people today, how they keep the language alive
DC Nottingham Oct 2011
Lovely cabin with big picture windows, well judged excursions, and we were lucky to be on an English speaking table with very friendly people, so had a very sociable time.
LC London Feb 2015
I have used you 3 times now – all with hire cars. I trust your help and advice and would use you again . Annerys was great and the LAT…
AH, London May 2017
“We stayed in varied and interesting places and learnt a lot about Mayan culture. The day out to Bonampak and Yaxchilan was outstanding. However, we also arranged 2 bird watching…
AD, Reading Feb 2013
"Duncan was great, just the right mix of local knowledge, language and terrific organizational skills. Took any stress out of the trip for us...Brilliant."
GH, Morpeth Jul 2015

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