The Republic of Suriname is a country located in the northern part of South America, bordering the Atlantic Ocean. Its capital is Paramaribo. The climate is tropical and humid. Population around 630,000; economy based on gold mining, oil extraction, and agriculture.
SIM from Digicel or Telesur costs $10-20 for 5-10GB. Coverage mainly in Paramaribo. Rainforest has no signal.
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Suriname has no railways. PLO is the state bus company in Paramaribo (20 routes). Private buses and minibuses connect cities. For jungle trips - boats and small planes from Zorg en Hoop airport.
Tipping is appreciated in Suriname. 10% for restaurants. Not mandatory.