29 Sep 2025
We booked this excursion through a Princess Cruise and although we expected a bumpy ride, this actually became a dangerous trip as a result of an irresponsible driver. Our driver, Jeff, drove extremely fast especially on the dirt roads. Not only was this hard on the vehicle bottoming out several times and slamming people around, but we came to find out that he was knowingly driving this way on these roads with one rear wheel that was FLAT! Not only did he not compensate for that danger with his driving, but prior to the tire change at the natural bridge, we nearly had a head on collision with another vehicle requiring both vehicles to slam on their brakes and the other car skidded hard. Even though Jeff might be "a local driver" and knows the roads, that doesn't mean he can drive irresponsibly or recklessly.
As for the excursion itself, please know this really is a 4 wheel dirt road with washboard ruts and lots of bumps. Anyone with spine or back issues should not go on this. The walk down to the pool is rugged, uneven ground on rocks and rough stairs without handrails. Even the entrance to the pool is a little tricky on slippery rocks. Unfortunately, the natural bridge has collapsed although there is a smaller one nearby. The lighthouse is only a quick drive by. Getting into the vehicle requires a little climbing. This excursion should be listed as extreme and strenuous for more fit and active people and you must be willing to take your chances with whatever driver you get.