Wayamboweg

Wayamboweg is a resort in Suriname, located in the Saramacca District. Its population at the 2012 census was 1,560. The largest ethnic group is East Indian.^[1] The resort is mainly agricultural. ^[2] A rice project has started in late 2017.^[3]

Wayamboweg
Resort
Map showing the resorts of Saramacca District.   Wayamboweg
Country	Suriname
District	Saramacca District
Area
• Total	872 km2 (337 sq mi)
Population  (2012)[1]
• Total	1,560
• Density	1.8/km2 (4.6/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC-3 (AST)

In the early 21st century, a high school has been opened. The resort is located near the ocean, and tourism facilities are being developed in the resort.^[2] Staatsolie is drilling for oil in the Wayambozwamp.^[4]

The village of Smithfield is located in the area.