Frederiksdorp is a former 18th century coffee and cocoa plantation. The first owner was a German from Prussia, Johan Friedrich Knöffel, from whom the plantation owes its name to this day. The history of Frederiksdorp is reminiscent of both European and African traditions. Frederiksdorp is the center of the right bank of the Commewijne River.
The estate is 300 hectares with surrounding plantations, fishing villages, sea beaches, mangrove forests, wetlands, dolphins and long cycling and hiking trails.
This former plantation with original plantation houses and a police post has been declared a historical heritage and converted into an attractive residence on a beautiful estate. The plantation also has a good restaurant and a well-stocked bar where you can enjoy carefully prepared meals. In the vicinity there are various excursion options, from educational to active.
Tour Departure: 10:00 AM from Hotel Torarica.
From February to mid-July, the Atlantic sea beaches of Suriname are the laying beach the giant seaturtles. You can gain this experience during a longer stay at Frederiksdorp.
