The majority of the reserve consists of a savannah which in turn is a continuation of the Brazilian Tumucumaque Mountains National Park.

van Lynden who was surprised to discover an immense savannah behind the dense rain forests.

[3] In 1962, a study was started whether the savannah could be used for animal husbandry, however the transport costs via airplane would make the enterprise unprofitable.

From the airstrip, it takes another 2 to 3 hour to reach the reserve along trails, or a canoe journey along the Sipaliwini River.

Permission to enter the territory has to be obtained from the granman (tribal leader) who resides at Kwamalasamutu.