Dunns River Falls by MikeBird
The falls themselves are really very nice indeed. I went on a Sunday - significant because the cruise liners don't dock on Sundays - so it wasn't too crowded. Nor did I go with an organised tour so we had to pay for everything. I thought the entrance fee was quite high, but then there was the non-slip footwear (essential), the locker to store your stuff, the guide, the obligatory photo, the guide's tip, the photographer's tip and that was without buying any additional souvenirs in the craft village. However I really did enjoy climbing up the Falls, sploshing around and chatting to some of the other visitors. The lush vegetation, the humidity and the rushing, cascading water really does give a tropical feel to the place and I'm glad I went to experience the Falls.
You go up from the beach - after having had your photo taken - no escaping!
Encouraged to hold hands to help you steady yourself it is good fun and I was surprised to find that most people managed it to the top. I'm glad I hired the non-slip shoes though. The rocks did feel quite slippery. You climb up the Falls at quite a leisurely pace and it didnt feel as though we were being forced up there too quickly. Once at the top you get changed and then walk back to your coach/bus/car/bike etc through the craft stalls not forgetting to buy your photo on the way.