Peperpot Plantation

Peperpot Plantation, located on the right bank of the Commewijne River, is one of the oldest and most renowned plantations in Suriname. It was established at the beginning of the 18th century, around 1702, by Simon Pelgrom and remained in operation for nearly three centuries. Originally focused on tobacco and sugarcane, Peperpot later successfully transitioned to coffee and cocoa production. The plantation witnessed significant social shifts, from the era of slavery to the arrival of Javanese indentured laborers in the late 19th century, whose descendants still form a community in the vicinity. Although commercial production ceased in 1998, the historic structures, including the plantation house, coffee factory, and drying sheds, have been preserved as heritage sites. Today, the area has been transformed into the Peperpot Nature Forest, a protected nature reserve that balances biodiversity conservation with the preservation of colonial history. Visitors can hike through the reclaimed jungle trails to spot monkeys, sloths, and a wide variety of tropical birds amidst the remnants of the plantation's past.

Nearby cities

Paramaribo

The vibrant capital of Suriname is situated on the banks of the river of the same name.

Lelydorp

This municipality south of Paramaribo is the second-largest city in the country.

Cola Creek

A popular recreational swimming spot with dark, cola-colored water, surrounded by shaded forests.

Brownsweg

A significant settlement of the Maroon community and the central starting point for tours to the Brokopondo Lake and Brownsberg.

History & landmarks

Arya Dewaker Temple

A magnificent Hindu temple in Paramaribo with unique octagonal architecture.

Commewijne plantations

Historic plantations along the Commewijne River, famous for colonial history and dolphin spotting tours.

Bergendal

A luxury eco-resort and historic site on the Suriname River, blending adventure with colonial history.

More places

Suzanna's Daal

An old sugar plantation on the right bank of the Suriname River, named after the founder's wife.

Rust en Werk

A huge historical plantation on the lower Commewijne River, today known for cattle breeding.

Katwijk Plantation

The only plantation in Suriname that still produces and processes Liberica coffee today.

Margaretha Plantation

Former sugar and coffee plantation on the right bank of the Commewijne River with traditional wooden houses.

Frederiksdorp

A former 18th-century plantation with restored historic buildings.

Fort Sommelsdijk

A colonial fortress at the confluence of two important rivers to protect against enemy attacks.

Kroonenburg Plantation

A historic sugar plantation that was later divided into small agricultural plots.

Alliance Plantation

A historical citrus plantation that was once one of the most important agricultural centers in the region.