Wonotobo Falls, Natural waterfall in Sipaliwini District, Suriname and Guyana
Wonotobo Falls cascade down from a height of 107 meters, creating multiple distinct sections including Dutchman Fall, Blue Crane Fall, Frenchman Fall, and Englishman Fall. The water flows in separate cascades that form an impressive multi-tiered display across the rock face.
Robert Hermann Schomburgk explored the area beyond the falls in 1836 as the first documented European visitor, recording the natural features and local settlements. His expedition helped bring knowledge of this remote location to the outside world.
The site contains 33 ancient petroglyphs dating back approximately 1900 years, located 200 meters from the falls, representing early Indigenous artistic expressions.
To reach the falls, visitors must carry canoes across a five-kilometer stretch of land, as the waterway cannot be navigated directly. Good physical preparation is important since this approach requires considerable effort and endurance.
The name Wonotobo comes from the Kalina language and means 'the place where the blue crane sleeps'. This Indigenous name reflects how local communities named features based on their observations of wildlife.
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