Masia Paati resort in the Amazon rainforest

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     Staying at the Masia Paati resort in Suriname

Hello, my dearest Story Time friends from around the world, how have you been? I am back with a new Story Time travel adventure in Sipaliwini. Today, we are going to discuss a small resort located in one of Suriname's greenest districts, known as Masia Paati. This resort is located right across the village of Masia, and it's affordable compared to other resorts that neighbor the town of Masia. Sipaliwini is the largest district in Suriname; simply traveling through these parts of the Amazon rainforest feels like a vacation. You get to enjoy the beauty of nature in different ways. For our luck, we even got to see two rainbows at the same time. If you find yourself traveling in Suriname, don't spend your time in the capital alone. There is so much to explore, especially if you are a fish lover. You could even take along your fishing rod and try to catch one of the many fish living in our rivers and creeks flowing through the Amazon rainforest. When visiting Masia Paati, please note that it's not a luxury resort. The distances affect the development of the villages living in these parts of the Surinamese tropical rainforest. Tourism is a significant source of income for the Sipaliwini district.

It's a 3-hour drive from the city to Atjonie, where we take the boat for another 2.5 hours before arriving at Masia Paati resort. If you visit during the rainy season, consider bringing a poncho or raincoat for use while on the boat. On my way to the Masia Paati resort, I got to see many beautiful birds that inhabit the Amazon rainforest. I travel through Sipaliwini and other parts of Suriname a lot. My biggest friend during these adventures is my waterproof bag. In it, I can safely store my phone, laptop, and other filming gadgets. I also pack my solar panel charger, but when there is no sun, it basically becomes useless. Try to take along a good power bank. Sipaliwni is not provided with continuous electricity like other parts of Suriname. In most villages and resorts, electricity is only available between 7 pm and 11 pm. A7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., then used to power the resort. Due to inflation and the poor economic situation in Suriname, it is understandable why they try to save money by using the generator only for specific hours. The owner of Masia Paati is friendly, and I liked the environment. We had a beautiful view of the river from our lodge.

The downside is that there is no shower available at the resort. However, if you don't mind going all-natural and taking a bath in the river, that doesn't have to be a deal breaker. It took us a while to find a suitable bathing spot in the river, but eventually, we did. You have a great view of the river from where you can shower, and there are plenty of big rocks that can provide cover. Alternatively, you can find a rock to sit on and get to work with the soap. It's a different experience, but undoubtedly, it's worth it if you're a nature lover who doesn't mind exploring the outdoors. Despite being in the woods,  across the resort, there's the village of Masia. If you want to explore what life is like in this maroon village, they can bring you across the river in a canoe. We did that a couple of times, and it was a fun experience. From this resort, you can also reach the famous Tap waterfalls. I made a video about my travel adventure to the Masia Paati Resort in Suriname for you guys. I hope you enjoy it and don't forget to subscribe to my blog when you see that Story Time U.F.O. pop up on your screen. Until next time, right here on Story Time!