Neotropical Butterfly Park
A butterfly breeding park on the southern outskirts of the capital, home to giant blue morphos and other native butterflies, along with tree frogs and tortoises.
The butterfly park is located in Leiding, along the road to the airport, and breeds native Surinamese butterflies for export. Inside the netted enclosures you can get close to the giant blue morpho, owl butterflies, and more. Exhibits also include a pupa room, poison dart frogs, tortoises, and iguanas. A guided tour takes about an hour, and entry costs a few US dollars, making it a good option for families. Butterflies are most active in the morning, so you can stop by on the way to Jodensavanne or the airport.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:00–16:00 (check official site)
Nearby sights
- Jules Wijdenbosch Bridge
- Lalla Rookh Museum
- Arya Dewaker Temple
- Peperpot Nature Park
- Central Market
- Waterkant
- Historic Inner City of Paramaribo
- Mosque Keizerstraat