Domestic flights to towns in the interior are operated from Paramaribo (Zorg en Hoop airfield) by Surinam Airways (PY) (website: www.slm.nl). The airline also provides services from Paramaribo to the Nieuw Nickerie district, and maintains a charter service.

To visit the interior and some coastal areas, river transport is the least expensive and often most efficient option.

Traffic drives on the left. There is a reasonable, largely paved, road network with some potholes. Drivers using their own cars should make sure they carry a full set of spares.

Bus: There are services from the capital to most villages, with fixed routes at low prices. Buses tend to be very crowded and chaotic with loud music.

Taxi: These are not metered, prices should be agreed before departure and tipping is not necessary. They can be hard to find after 2200 and on Sundays or holidays.

Car hire: Available at the airport and in Paramaribo through main hotels.

Documentation: International Driving Permit required.