A01
Guided activities
Use a guide who knows the route and explains the safety arrangements.
Safety protocols
Official safety protocols for travel in Suriname. Each one opens with what to do; the full text is one click away.
- A02
Jungle excursions
Stay on known trails, share the route and carry essential supplies.
- A03
Water recreation and river hazards
Check physical hazards and fresh-water health risks before an activity.
- A04
Wildlife awareness
Do not approach or feed wildlife; report dangerous sightings.
- A05
Cultural and community respect
Respect village rules and obtain permission before photographing people.
- G01
Prepare for an interior journey
Before a journey through Brownsweg, Atjoni or the Upper Suriname River, agree the route and arrival arrangements with your operator.
- G02
Your first minutes at a lodge
Ask for a short safety briefing when you arrive, even if you have stayed in the area before.
- G03
A clear briefing before every activity
Before a forest walk, village visit or boat excursion, ask your guide to explain the route, duration, equipment and conditions for stopping or returning.
- G04
Calling for help and sharing your location
For urgent help in Suriname, call 115 for police, 113 for ambulance or medical emergency assistance, or 110 for fire.
- G05
Health preparation for remote travel
Arrange a travel health consultation before departure and describe your actual itinerary, including nights in the interior.
- G06
Safer road transfers and boarding
Agree your pickup point, destination and fare with the transport provider before departure.
- G07
Visiting communities with respect
Ask your guide how visitors are welcomed before entering a village or community space.
- G08
Your departure and arrival checklist
Use this short check before leaving for a lodge, village or excursion.
- S01
Accommodation safety briefing
Brief guests on exits, assembly points, fire equipment and local hazards.
- S02
Health and medical preparedness
Carry personal medicines and agree how to reach medical care.
- S03
Safe drinking water
Use treated or bottled water when advised.
- S04
Personal security
Secure valuables and arrange transport through a reliable operator.
- S05
Environmental health
Use insect protection and take precautions against mosquito-borne illness.
- T01
Wear a life jacket throughout the journey
Wear a correctly fitted life jacket for every boat journey.
- T1
Arrival safety
Keep your reference code and arrival details available.
- T02
Emergency flotation devices
Boats should carry additional emergency flotation devices.
- T2
Official help channels
Use published contacts and verify unexpected requests.
- T03
Designated boarding points
Use designated boarding points only.
- T3
Life jackets on the river
Wear a properly fitted life jacket on every boat trip.
- T04
Dock and ramp inspection
Inspect docks, gangways and boarding ramps before use.
- T4
Boat loading and balance
Stay seated and follow the captain's loading instructions.
- T05
Assisted boarding
Assist elderly passengers, children and persons with disabilities.
- T5
Weather and flood changes
Check conditions before leaving and be ready to change plans.
- T06
Stationary boarding
Do not board or disembark while the boat is moving.
- T6
Dead-zone check-in plan
Agree how and when someone will check in before entering a dead zone.
- T07
Handrails and anti-slip surfaces
Install handrails and anti-slip surfaces where possible.
- T7
Route and arrival plan
Share your route, destination, and expected arrival time.
- T08
Mark unsafe dock areas
Clearly mark unsafe or damaged sections of docks.
- T8
Water crossing safety
Use the designated crossing and follow the local guide.
- T09
Boarding area lighting
Provide adequate lighting for early or late departures.
- T9
Road travel basics
Use seat belts and follow the driver's safety instructions.
- T10
Motorcycle and ATV safety
Wear a helmet and use only equipment you are trained to operate.
- T11
Forest activity briefing
Attend the briefing before entering a forest or reserve.
- T12
Passengers remain seated
Remain seated while the boat is underway.
- T13
Fire and smoke response
Leave smoke or fire areas immediately and follow the exit route.
- T14
First aid readiness
Know where the first-aid kit and emergency contacts are located.
- T15
Trip information
Agree departure, destination, expected arrival and passenger count.
- T16
Emergency contacts and arrival check
Save contact numbers and agree who checks your arrival.
- T17
Lost route procedure
Stop, stay visible, and contact the responsible person when you lose the route.
- T18
Security awareness
Trust your instincts and move to a safer public place when something feels wrong.
- T19
Theft prevention
Keep documents, phones, and cash secure and close to you.
- T20
Emergency contact card
Keep emergency numbers and your location available offline.
- T21
Lodge evacuation
Follow staff instructions and go to the marked assembly point.
- T22
Food and water hygiene
Ask about safe drinking water and food handling when you are unsure.
- T23
Heat and dehydration
Drink water regularly, rest in shade, and act early on warning signs.
- T24
Sun and insect protection
Use sun protection and follow local advice about insects and clothing.
- T25
Respect local rules
Follow signs, permits, community guidance, and protected-area rules.
- T26
Provider daily safety check
Use the provider checklist before accepting new visitors.
- T27
Pilot limitations
Use the portal for information and reporting; direct response is not guaranteed.