Brownsberg Nature Park

The 12,000-hectare reserve contains a 560-meter mountain peak surrounded by dense rainforest and borders the extensive Brokopondo reservoir.

The area was named after gold miner John Brown in the late 19th century before becoming a designated nature reserve in 1969.

Local communities adapted their lives following the creation of Brokopondo reservoir in 1964, which transformed the surrounding landscape and population patterns.

Visitors can access the park via bus from Paramaribo to Atjoni, followed by arranged transportation to the reserve entrance.

The reserve houses 1,450 plant species and 350 bird varieties, including red howler monkeys, toucans, and grey-winged trumpeters in their natural habitat.

Location: Brokopondo District

Part of: Amazon rainforest

GPS coordinates: 4.94300,-55.17600

Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:20