Tour· Casa de Campo (La Romana)· Other Caribbean

Río Chavón

18° 24.4′ N · 68° 53.9′ W · approximate

A jungle gorge under the cliffs of Altos de Chavón, used as a film set for Apocalypse Now, Jurassic Park and Rambo. It winds to the sea right beside Marina Casa de Campo.

Belize Barrier Reef

Practical

Position approx: lower river near Altos de Chavón, derived from OpenStreetMap (in water). Speedboat, kayak and canoe excursions year-round; you may spot freshwater turtles. Phone +1-809-833-0654 (GoDominicanRepublic). Exploring by dinghy from the marina is a natural add-on: go slowly, and check locally for any restrictions on private craft.

Best for

A jungle river trip from the marina

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