Río El Genio
This river flowing into Wafer Bay was named after the French brigantine Le Genie, which paused at Cocos in 1846. Deep pits gouge the river's forested banks—the calling cards of treasure hunters over the centuries. A short hike up the banks of this swift stream bring you to a 25-foot waterfall plunging into an ideal swimhole.

Bradley, overlooking the Río El Genio and Wafer Bay.

Bradley, overlooking the Río El Genio and Wafer Bay.

Photo: ©Jay Ireland & Georgienne E. Bradley.


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