Resorts · Reaching Atjoni by car, followed by a +/- 3 hour journey by boat to Hotel Botopasi
Hotel Boto Pasi
Reaching Atjoni by car, followed by a +/- 3 hour journey by boat to Hotel Botopasi
Hotel Botopasi features down-to-earth rooms and bungalows in a casual, remote riverfront lodge setting. Equipped with a dining area, bar, and relaxing river-view balconies/hammock spaces, it serves as a comfortable and authentic base for exploring the Upper Suriname River region, local Maroon culture, and nearby rapids and forest trails.
Local rules
Local rules Always ask for permission from local villagers or your guide before photographing residents or private compounds. Dress modestly out of respect for the local communities when visiting the villages Botopasi and Debike across the resort. Respect local customs, traditional authorities, and designated quiet hours. Connectivity & Offline Use Mobile phone reception is limited or non-existent in the deep interior. Download offline maps, navigation, and translation packages prior to departure. Access Instructions Take the arranged bus or road transfer from Paramaribo south along the highway to the end of the road at Atjoni / Pokigron (approx. a 3-hour drive). From Atjoni, board a motorized dugout canoe (korjaal) for a scenic 2-hour boat trip navigating breathtaking nature, rapids, and riverside Maroon villages. Before you go Identification & Travel Documents: Carry a valid passport, national ID, and relevant tour/charter voucher documentation. Payment & Currency: Cash only (Surinamese Dollars - SRD, US Dollars - USD, or Euros - EUR) for souvenirs, village crafts, or extra beverages at the lodge bar. Credit cards and ATMs do not exist in this region. Packing & Gear: Bring lightweight long-sleeved clothing, quick-dry pants, sturdy walking/water shoes, a high-quality flashlight/headlamp with spare batteries, insect repellent, high-SPF sunscreen, a rain poncho, and a waterproof bag for electronics during boat transit. Health & Safety: Bring sufficient supplies of all personal prescription medications, a basic first-aid kit, and anti-malaria/mosquito protection as recommended for deep interior jungle travel. Languages Spoken: Lodge guides and staff speak Dutch, English, Sranan Tongo, and Saramaccan.
Nearest help
Nearest help Local village healthcare clinic at Debike can be reached via boat. Contact numbers: 7115912/ 8826576/ 8407824/ 8634586/ 8424408
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- Coordinates
- 4.224677, -55.440128
- Contact
- 8126045
Save essential contacts before departure. Agree who checks your arrival and how to communicate if mobile reception is lost.
Safety protocols for this kind of place
G02Your first minutes at a lodgeAsk for a short safety briefing when you arrive, even if you have stayed in the area before.
Ask for a short safety briefing when you arrive, even if you have stayed in the area before. A few clear questions help you find the right person and route if something happens.
- Who can you contact during the day and at night? Save the number and learn where to find that person.
- Where are the exits, meeting point, first aid supplies and fire extinguishers? Walk the route from your room while it is light.
- Which paths, riverbanks or jetties should guests avoid, especially after dark or rain?
- Which water is provided for drinking? Where can you wash your hands and refill safe drinking water?
- Where is the relevant clinic, and how would the lodge arrange transport if medical help is needed?
Tell the host about assistance you may need and any serious allergy relevant to your stay. Keep a torch within reach, keep the exit route clear, and secure valuables. Follow the property's mosquito protection and food hygiene advice. Before leaving on an excursion, tell the host your plan and expected return.
Version 1 · Reviewed 2026-12-15 · Source SCSD_Tourism_Safety_Project_Knowledge_Pack/02_DELIVERABLES_AND_REPORTS/Rev. - DELIVERABLE 2 REPORT - Tourism Awareness&Saferty SCSD project.docx | SCSD_Tourism_Safety_Project_Knowledge_Pack/03_SAFE_GUIDE_WORKSHOP_AND_TRAINING/SCSD_Safe_Guide_Workshop_1_FI
S01Accommodation safety briefingBrief guests on exits, assembly points, fire equipment and local hazards.
Visitor On arrival, explain emergency exits, assembly points, fire equipment, first-aid supplies, emergency contacts and relevant river or wildlife hazards. Guests should know who to contact at the property.
Version 2 · Reviewed 2026-12-15 · Source Rev. - DELIVERABLE 2 REPORT - Tourism Awareness&Saferty SCSD project.docx, section 3.3; draft pending TCT/PIU approval
S02Health and medical preparednessCarry personal medicines and agree how to reach medical care.
Carry your required personal medicines. Tell the host only the essential health information needed to assist you safely. Ask which clinic is relevant to your destination, how to contact it and how transport would be arranged. Keep your insurer’s assistance details accessible.
Version 1 · Reviewed 2026-12-15 · Source SCSD project Revised Deliverable 2 and Workshop 1 protocol guidance; https://www.medischezending.sr/contact/
S03Safe drinking waterUse treated or bottled water when advised.
Use treated or bottled drinking water when advised. Avoid untreated river water and ask the host which water source is safe for drinking.
Version 1 · Reviewed 2026-12-15 · Source Rev. - DELIVERABLE 2 REPORT - Tourism Awareness&Saferty SCSD project.docx, section 3.3; draft pending TCT/PIU approval