Blaka watra used to Suriname's number one hotpot when it comes for local tourism. This Tourism destination derived its name from the pure blackness of the water. This blackness is a result of dried leaves that fall in the creek from which it retracts its Thea like color. Blaka watra can be visited for a day from Paramaribo. But it is usually fun to stay for at leas 2 days. Blaka watra has a man made water rapid in which you can enjoy the relaxing feeling of a massage of ice cold water streaming trough your body. When visiting Blaka watra Jodensavanne is also a place you want to visit. This historic Jewish settlement is world famous for it was the first Jewish settlement in Suriname. On your way to Blaka watra you will also meet places which are a favorite among the locals such as Powakka and Carolina.

Blaka watra