Indian River

River · Saint John

Indian River

River · Saint John

Portsmouth, Dominica

Highlights

River tours through lush jungle, famous filming location, Dynamite Punch

Portsmouth, Dominica Get directions

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"A scenic river known for its lush bwa mang trees and historical significance as a filming location for 'Pirates of the Caribbean'."

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"Stroll a rain-forested path—or hire a brightly painted rowboat and guide—to reach this open-air watering hole. It anchors a rudimentary botanical garden up the Indian River, one of the most famous Pirates of the Caribbean film locations. Try the Dynamite Punch, a stiff concoction allegedly containing 44 fruits. “One cup is good, two is better, but for three, we call 9-1-1,” cautions Guide James “Bond” Henry."

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A.E. Schipaanboord

Google

A trip on the Indian river is highly recommendable and you will have a lovely time on the water in an amazing jungle. It’s definitely worth the trip and the money! Once you get there, you would need to buy a government pass at the gas station to be allowed on the river. In addition to that, you would need to pay for the boat ride. Be aware, lots of the men offering a boat ride are intoxicated and quite aggressive in selling their services. Just talk with them and you will smell whether or not they are intoxicated. We found in the end a nice guy to take the trip with (he goes by the name ‘Superman’ ;-)) and we enjoyed ourselves a lot! Have fun!

Jessica Knowlden

Google

Very lovely visit and very quiet in early October. Was told to park in the tourist lot on the left just before the main building, restrooms available. Was asked to pay EC$120 for a single trip (with group) but ended up paying EC$100. Not sure if that's typical but seemed like a lot. Floating down the river was calm, peaceful and hot. First visited Calypso's Voodoo House and then moved on down the river to a small bar where you can order the famous Rum Punch for EC$20. A small flower garden there too. Saw hummingbirds, white crabs, yellow crown night heron, along with bwa mang trees. My guide was Dinosaur, very kind and easygoing. Great trip, just not sure it's worth $35 USD for an hour and a half.

Sam Essak

Google

Azah was a great guide. Along with the river, he took us on many hikes. He kept all 6 of us prepared and safe on some challenging hikes. He knows the ecology and history of the island. It's worth it to hire a trained guide like Azah, especially for your first visit. Some trails are not well marked, and a guide really is necessary.

Mathilde DURAND

Google

Totaly worthy it ! The guide Leon was very nice and the river is very beautiful. The little punch at the end of the river trip is perfect !

Wouter Franx (W. F.)

Google

Very nice if you get a local guide from p.a.y.s they are very well informed about the history and surrounding nature

Pamela

Google

Surprisingly interesting boat trip up the lovely Indian River with Aza, a guide recommended to us and I know why. He was knowledgable and had a great eye for the abundant wildlife we saw: several species of birds, three species of crabs, mating iguanas and more species of plants than we could count. The trip exceeded our expectations and was a lovely, quiet, yet very interesting way to spend a couple of hours.

valentino denis

Google

Was fun experience to get to see more of Dominica the guides were very friendly

Travelbug

Google

It may be a cheesy tour linked with the pirate movie but it was fabulous!