Landmark
Major Henk Fernandes Airport
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Major Henk Fernandes Airport is the primary air hub for the Nickerie District, connecting Nieuw Nickerie to Paramaribo and other regional destinations. The small, functional terminal offers a straightforward travel experience, with basic amenities for passengers. Its location near the coast provides views of the surrounding flat, agricultural landscape. Visitors use the airport as a convenient starting point for exploring the district's rice fields, nature reserves, and the nearby town.
Don't miss
- Watch small aircraft land and take off against the backdrop of Suriname's coastal plains
- Observe the efficient check-in and boarding process typical of a regional airport
- Enjoy the short flight over the Nickerie River and patchwork of rice paddies
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Major Henk Fernandes Airport
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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