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Yin Du Markt Highway
Martin Luther Kingweg / Highway
Highway supermarket, distinct from the similarly named Kernkampweg shop. Address / area: Martin Luther Kingweg, Wanica
Local rules
Access: Directly on Martin Luther Kingweg (called JFK Highway / Highway locally). Huge parking lot in front, accessible from both directions but U-turn needed if coming from Paramaribo. Open structure — ground floor supermarket, upper floor household / storage. No entry fee, pin + cash (SRD). Peak hours: 17:00-19:30 — long queue. Local rules: Standard Warenhuis rules: bags may be checked, no smoking inside, no pets inside shop (outside okay). Highway speed limit 80km/h in front — police radar often near Houttuin. No truck parking in front during market hours — Highway Markt next door is only open Sun/Wed 6AM-3PM. Extra info: This location is often confused with "Highway Markt" — Highway Markt is the open-air farmers market at same road, while Yin Du is the closed supermarket building. Timezone America/Paramaribo UTC-3. Sells: groceries, frozen meats, Chinese products, cleaning, hardware, small appliances. Delivery: not official, but local taxi drivers around Highway do "boodschap service" for SRD 50-75 to Lelydorp/De Nieuwe Grond.
Nearest help
This is a very busy highway strip — you have everything within 3-5 min: Police: Politie Houttuin — Houttuin, Wanica — closest post for Highway area Politiebureau Nieuwe Grond — Indira Gandhiweg, +597 580677 Politiepost Latour — Tamanoea St, +597 481111 Medical / Pharmacy: Regional Hospital Wanica / Ziekenhuis Wanica — Houttuin — +597 372600 — 5 min from Yin Du Highway Apotheek Tjong Akiet — Martin Luther Kingweg 91, Houttuin — +597 487001 — right on same Highway Apotheek LelyZorg — Indira Gandhiweg 510, Lelydorp — +597 369977
Last verified 2026-09-16 · version 2
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- Coordinates
- 5.744068, -55.147805
- Contact
- +597 372703
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Safety protocols to read before you travel
A01Guided activitiesUse a guide who knows the route and explains the safety arrangements.
Choose a guide through an established operator and ask about route experience, training, equipment and emergency arrangements. Follow the safety briefing, stay with the group and do not undertake an unfamiliar activity alone. Stop when conditions become unsafe.
Version 1 · Reviewed 2026-12-15 · Source SCSD project Revised Deliverable 2 and Workshop 1 protocol guidance
A02Jungle excursionsStay on known trails, share the route and carry essential supplies.
Stay on marked or known trails, tell someone the intended route and carry water, communications and a basic first-aid kit. Avoid excursions during severe weather.
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
A03Water recreation and river hazardsCheck physical hazards and fresh-water health risks before an activity.
Ask the guide about currents, rocks, water levels and safe access before any water activity. Wear suitable flotation equipment for boating. Do not dive into unfamiliar water or enter rapids to swim or bathe, and keep children under close supervision. CDC advises avoiding swimming in unchlorinated rivers, lakes and ponds in Suriname because fresh water can carry infections. A locally designated swimming spot does not establish water quality.
Version 1 · Reviewed 2026-12-15 · Source SCSD project Revised Deliverable 2 and Workshop 1 protocol guidance; https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/suriname
A04Wildlife awarenessDo not approach or feed wildlife; report dangerous sightings.
Do not approach or feed wildlife and do not handle unknown plants or animals. Keep a safe distance and report dangerous wildlife sightings to the guide or responsible local contact.
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