Day 2:  Sari-Sari Falls, Carib Territory

Sari-Sari Falls

Our first look at a real Dominica waterfall.
 
The route to Sari-Sari took us across the island to the Atlantic coast. The trail starts in a banana plantation, and after a steep descent to the river, a short walk upriver brought us to the falls.

The first sight of Sari-Sari was quite breathtaking. Getting to the pool at the foot of the waterfall was not easy, but those who made the effort were rewarded with an invigorating swim in the perfectly clear water.

The pool was teeming with fish, many of them brightly coloured (in contrast to the generally drab colours of the fish in Trinidad's rivers.)


Crossing the river on the way to the falls.

 
After visiting Sari-Sari, we continued northward along the coast to the Carib Territory. This is the home of the descendants of the original Carib population of Dominica. The Territory is governed by a semi-autonomous Council. We were granted an interview with the current head of the council, Chief Joseph. 
Traditional cane basketwork items sold by the Caribs
 

At the Council Office
Photo: Selwyn Gomes

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