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We Got LOST in the Pirates of the Caribbean Indian River! E398

September 13, 2026 · 17 min · 606 views · Portsmouth, Dominica

What this video covers

The crew of a sailboat anchored in Prince Rupert Bay, Dominica, hikes to the Indian River after failing to secure local bus transportation.0:23 The trail leads through dense freshwater swamp forest characterized by large boamong trees with twisted root systems.2:51 After losing the path and navigating river crossings, the group reaches the Bush Bar, a popular destination for visitors touring the river by rowboat.Watch Local regulations prohibit motors on the Indian River, where tour operators row passengers from the mouth.7:36 The crew later relocates the boat to the south end of Prince Rupert Bay, approximately 1.5 miles from Portsmouth, to find cleaner water for desalination after observing fuel spills near the northern anchorage.10:01 The area offers snorkeling with sightings of eels, shrimp, and lionfish.10:14 The crew also conducts routine maintenance, including cleaning boat cupboards to manage humidity, and shops for local produce in Portsmouth.11:54

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