DIY Dunn's River Falls

[chanthor13]

We had a great time at Dunn’s River Falls. It’s a beautiful and popular spot… expect a lot of other tourists there. Posted taxi fares at cruise port: Round Trip to Dunn's River Falls is $80 per 1-4 person group and another $20 per add'l person. It's less than 3 miles each way.  

 

These rates were outrageous to us, so we went our own way. Go outside the port gate and a short walk up the street is where the taxis and independent tour operators are. We got a taxi for $60 RT trip for our group of 6. Their policy is to stay at Dunn’s River while you climb the Falls so u can ask to leave your non-essentials like towels and sneakers in their car if you wish. They have lockers and water shoes rentals available. Closed toed surf shoes are best.

 

Walk all the way down to the little beach to start the climb. The beach here is small and underwhelming. There is a craft area when you exit. The vendors definitely want to make a sale but they were not as aggressive as we were told to expect. They do leave you alone if you say “no”.

 

$25pp Dunn's River Falls entrance fee. The fee includes the service of a guide and you tip at the end. There are some slippery spots and some treacherous parts with rocks that may twist ankles or cause some scrapes, as well as some sandy areas that feel a bit like quicksand. We chose not to use a guide and we made it up with plenty of rest breaks and photo ops in 1.5 hrs. It was very scenic and definitely doable for the two of us that are middle-aged and a bit out of shape. The young and nimble amongst us climbed it again a second time and made it in less than 30 minutes and said they were slowed down navigating around the crowds. 

Edited January 31 by chanthor13
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