The upper Maroni river invites you to take to the water at Maripasoula for a river descent, weaving through a host of little islands admiring the villages, and passing the rapids until you reach the magnificent site of Abattis Cottica, which is officially listed as a natural monument.

A ne pas manquer :

• Maripasoula, Saut Lessé Dede rapids, Gobaya Soula cascades
• Papaïchton: Abattis Cottica
• Apatou: remains of “La Forestière” labour camp
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In the heart of the Amazon rainforest, only accessible by plane, the village of Saül is the starting point of 5 beautiful hiking trails: Gros Arbres, Belvedere, Roche-Bateau, Monts Lafumée and Grand Boeuf Mort. Feel free to hire a professional guide if you want to explore off the beaten track.

For more information on the organization: contact the tourist office.

In the heart of the Amazon rainforest, only accessible by plane, the village of Saül is the starting point of 5 beautiful hiking trails: Gros Arbres, Belvedere, Roche-Bateau, Monts Lafumée and Grand Boeuf Mort. Don’t hesitate to request the services of a professional guide if you want to explore off the beaten track.

For more information on the organization: contact the tourist office.

As night falls and the tide comes in, there is an unusual scene to behold.

The beach of Awala-Yalimapo located in the Amana nature reserve is one of the world’s most important egg-laying sites for the Luth turtle. Green turtles and olive ridleys can also be seen here between March and July. Emergence (when hatchlings appear) takes place in July and August. The Maison de la Réserve will guide you as to the rules of turtle observation.

For more information on the organization: contact the tourist office.