Dark View Falls & Botanical Gardens with Trubb Taxi Tours
Overview
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This tour is unique because guests get to spend most of the day touring the major sites on the Leeward side of the beautiful island of St. Vincent. The highlights of this tour begin with Fort Charlotte, Botanical Gardens, Pirates of the Caribbean, Dark View Falls, and finally, everyone can relax at Buccament Beach. At times we will visit the Botanical Gardens last before returning guests to their destination.
A minimum of four participants is required for this group tour to proceed; otherwise, the private tour rate will apply.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Fort Charlotte
Fort Charlotte is a British-colonial era fort, built on a hill, showing a beautiful view of the Kingstown Harbour, in Saint Vincent. This Fort stands at 601 feet above the sea level, it is the major early 19th century fortification in Saint Vincent. Enjoy a panoramic view of the Leeward side of the island, including Kingstown, Young Island, the Caribbean, Bequia and the Grenadines.
Dark View Falls
The Dark View Falls are two spectacular waterfalls, one above the other, cascading down high cliff faces and plunging into natural pools. There is a short and easy hike to the falls through rainforest and across the Richmond River via either a bamboo bridge or conventional bridge. You pass through a clearing in the middle of a pretty bamboo grove before reaching the first tall waterfall. Another short, but more difficult walk will take you up to the second waterfall, directly above the first. The waterfalls flow all year from a tributary of the Richmond River.
What‘s Included
Snacks and fruits will be served on this tour.
Soda/Pop
WiFi on board
Bottled water
Alcoholic Beverages
Air-conditioned vehicle
Pickup points
Cruise Ship Terminal, Kingstown, St. Vincent and the Grenadines
Beachcombers Hotel
Villa Beach Arnos Vale Caribbean
Hotel Alexandrina
Prospect, Ribishi Caribbean
Mariners Hotel
Villa Bay Beach, Caribbean
Argyle International Airport
Caribbean
Options
Dark View Falls Group Tour
Duration: 7 hours
Snacks and Drinks: Non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks
Water
Minibus
Dark View Falls Private-Trubb
Group Tour. Maximum 12 persons
Duration: 7 hours
Snacks, Drinks Included: Local snacks, drinks and local fruits included with this tour.
Minibus, Minivan, Car
Pickup included
Reviews
20 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Nice driver and guide, Mary
TatHing L,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Well organized tour. Driver and guide, Mary is nice. Program had lots to do. Fun activities and great sightseeing.
Fully Recommended.
Hugh N,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour and tour guide. We were just two of us so we could choose what to do and for how long. Great fun.
1st timer.
Shayb287,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I thoroughly enjoyed this tour. The tour operator Austin was very knowledgeable of the lay of the land and historical facts. He pleasant and made sure that he were safe when crossing the waters. I'll definitely book another tour.
With some limitations, but scenically beautiful.
Severine S,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00A beautiful experience to experience the island and see the beautiful vegetation. At the meeting point it was a bit “chaotic” with the layout, but after that we started with some photo stops. Unfortunately, the driver was hard to understand, he had no mic and it was very exhausting - in need of improvement. The way to the falls was fantastic and the falls were small but beautiful. The suspension bridge was very small, if you know other things. Unfortunately, all the tourists have jammed there, as you could not even enjoy it alone. The location of “Curse of the Carbide” may be worth seeing, but it’s getting old. The beach is dark there, you should know beforehand. The botanical garden was no longer approached, which was a pity, as this was also not wanted by the driver and we could not visit this unfortunately.
Full Day Tour in a Bus
Mark C,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Basic tour of the following: Dark Falls Pirates of the Caribbean Beach by Secrets Botanical Garden. There were 12 0f us on a 14 passenger van. Lots of time driving to different sites. Our driver offered beer, water, and punch. Snacks were plantain chips and bananas. Guide-driver did give some initial information. This tour was a cheaper alternative to cruise ship. The Pirates of Caribbean was disappointing.
Waterfalls trip
C535RAamandah,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The trip included the falls, pirates of the Caribbean set , a beach stop and the botanical gardens and was a 6-7 hour tour. The roads were windy and our driver was very careful and considerate in her driving. The falls are beautiful and we’re quiet when we arrived although our tour driver stayed with the van and left us to wander on our own. We saw the 2 falls and returned to the van for a complimentary drink and snack ( mango) . We then went on to the pirates location and again the driver stayed at the van whilst we wandered around. The location was tired and hadn’t been looked after so wasn’t really worth the visit and we were there maybe 20 mins . We then went onto a beach stop near sands resort. Not the prettiest beach and again we all ( 4 of us) walked to the beach and back , maybe 20 mins stopping time with the driver remaining at the van. The driver then took us back to Kingstown and on to our respective drop off points missing out the tropical gardens. When asked she said her boss said it was ok to miss the gardens sometimes as some guests preferred to stay longer on the beach. We didn’t stay long anywhere and we were back dropped off with the total tour lasting 5 hours instead of they 6-7 expected. It felt like our driver just wanted to finish her day early and go home. Would I recommend a trip to the falls ? YES . Would I go with the same company? NO and I wouldn’t do the pirates or the beach either. It may be better booking a private taxi and just doing the falls.
A great day tour to get a...
Julia B,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A great day tour to get a good feel of the island. Austin, our guide, was a good host. Would recommend this tour.
Poor value. Dire taxi condition. Not enough time to enjoy stops.
Corinne F,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00Our guide was lovely, but his taxi was clapped out and cramped with six adult passengers. No seat belts or headrests for middle seats. Aircon didn’t work - had to be switched off when going up or down steep hills as the engine was at risk of overheating. Hills were tortuously slow. Taken to the Sandals beach - but only had access to a tiny public section where the state of the chairs and umbrellas matched the state of the taxi. Not enough time at the waterfalls or for lunch to arrive within our 30minute time window at the Pirates of the Caribbean beach, which we were told was a lunch stop opportunity. Promised snacks and fruit but given only a small slice of golden apple, bought by chance from a passing farmer. Stopped at a supermarket en route for ice and plenty of drinks available. Also missed botanical gardens as out of time to be back to ship. Not entirely the fault of the knackered taxi - we had stopped at a pharmacy, got delayed behind a large tour group (unable to cross bamboo bridge) at the waterfalls and had a longer wait than expected for lunch. Lovely island and great places to visit - but lots of our time was spent overheating in the clapped out taxi trying to get there.
Good time in SVG
carolineanital,Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a very interesting and comfortable tour. Our guide R. Duffy was very knowledgeable, easy to chat with, and clearly quite experienced.
A mountain top experience
Marie S,Jul 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A most exhilarating experience! Our driver Austin was completely gracious and informative. The falls are awe inspiring and the beauty of the foliage is breathtaking.
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