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Colakreek Recreatiepark

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Colakreek Recreatiepark

OPTIONAL PARA GATEWAY SIDE BRANCH

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Colakreek Recreatiepark is a forested (park in Para's savanna landscape), recreation park around a shallow blackwater creek in Para District, near Zanderij and the J. A. Pengel International Airport. It is used for swimming, picnics, family day trips, overnight stays, group events, cabins and nature education. METS Travel & Tours is identified as the park’s operator. Creek recreation park in Para's savanna landscape, with holiday cabins. An optional Zanderij-area stop, not part of the direct Brownsweg–Atjoni road. Address / area: Colakreek, Zanderij, Para

Local rules

The park’s current full rule sheet was not found publicly. Follow posted park rules and staff directions; the following are the minimum prudent rules for Colakreek: Entry and park conduct Pay the current entrance, parking, accommodation or event fee. Follow opening hours and check-in/check-out times. Keep your receipt or booking confirmation. Use designated picnic, swimming, cooking and camping areas. Do not enter closed zones or restricted facilities. Keep noise at a reasonable level, especially near cabins and family areas. Take rubbish to designated bins or remove it from the park. Do not cut vegetation, collect plants, disturb wildlife, or remove park property. Do not bring or use firearms, fireworks, fuel-burning equipment or amplified music without permission. Ask management before commercial photography, filming, drones or large organized events. Swimming and water safety Swim only in designated areas and obey lifeguard or staff instructions. Children require direct adult supervision. Do not swim alone or after drinking alcohol. Do not dive in unfamiliar water. Keep away from marked-off areas, lines, vegetation, drains and submerged objects. Do not climb or cross safety barriers. Do not use inflatables or boats where prohibited. Leave the water during storms, lightning, strong winds or poor visibility. Report injuries, missing persons, pollution or dangerous conditions immediately. Some historical visitor reports mention areas being closed because they were unsafe and warn visitors not to approach boundary lines or aquatic vegetation. Treat all barriers and lines as safety boundaries. Overnight and environmental rules Confirm overnight access before arriving; daytime access and overnight access may have different hours and fees. Check in and out at the times set by management. Keep food securely stored and do not feed wildlife. Use designated fire or barbecue areas only. Never leave a fire unattended. Do not discharge soap, fuel, oil or waste into the creek. Use toilets and sanitation facilities provided. Keep cabins, picnic shelters and shared areas clean. Respect other guests and local staff. Practical access By road, Colakreek is reached via the Indira Gandhiweg/airport road toward Zanderij, approximately 50 km from Paramaribo. It is close enough to the J. A. Pengel International Airport to serve as a convenient stop before or after a flight, but allow extra time for traffic, check-in, road conditions and park entry. Before departure: Call +597 472-621 or METS to confirm the park is open. Confirm the correct entrance GPS pin. Check current fees and swimming conditions. Confirm whether cabins or picnic shelters require advance booking. Bring drinking water, sunscreen, insect repellent and a first-aid kit. Keep valuables secured; do not leave phones or documents unattended near the water. Use a designated driver if consuming alcohol. Leave sufficient time to return to Paramaribo or the airport.

Nearest help

Colakreek is close to Zanderij and the international airport, but it is not itself a hospital or emergency station. Police emergency, 115 Fire service, 110 Medical emergency, 113 Private ambulance, 117, where available Nearest major aviation/medical transport hub, J. A. Pengel International Airport area Local health support, Confirm through Zanderij or Para health services before arrival Police contact, Use 115 for immediate emergencies Serious medical treatment, Arrange ambulance transfer toward Paramaribo Suriname’s government lists 115 for police, 110 for fire, and 113 for emergency medical care. Because the park is near the airport but outside Paramaribo’s main hospital area, call emergency services rather than assuming airport personnel will provide public medical assistance. For park operations, keep the exact entrance location and a vehicle available for rapid transfer. A swimming incident can require immediate first aid and transport before an ambulance arrives.

Last verified 2026-09-16 · version 3