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Welcome to Dominica

Dominica is part of the Lesser Antilles island group in the Caribbean. A trip to this somewhat hidden paradise ensures you’ll get a unique experience as mass tourism has not yet discovered this destination. The island is not only unique in the Caribbean, but also in the world. Marvel at the immense rainforests, meet the smiling and friendly people, taste some of the best fruit in the world, go hiking through jungles, and discover the volcanic past of the island both above and under water. Dominica also has one of the roughest and most natural landscapes in the entire Caribbean, with six dormant volcanoes and vast tropical rainforests cut with fast-flowing rivers and waterfalls. Two-thirds of this small, volcanic island is covered with rainforest.

The green emerald of the Antilles

When you approach Dominica by plane and look out the window, you’ll be surprised how green everything is here. Puffs of clouds hang above the hilltops and when you look down you’ll see the dense foliage of the rainforest. Once landed you realize how immense and beautiful nature is around you. You will also find extensive plantations here, where the locals grow bananas, coconut, sugar and coffee. It gives you a taste of what you can discover on this island. Dominica has a pristine and rich Caribbean culture. It should come as no surprise that this island was also where parts of the Pirates of the Caribbean movies were filmed. It has a breathtaking variety of natural sights: mountains, active sulfuric springs, lakes, beaches, and large stretches of lush rainforest. A trip to this island guarantees a stay in an enchantingly beautiful environment.

Dominica Information

  • Capital: Roseau
  • Official Language(s): English, Kwéyòl
  • Currency: Eastern Caribbean dollar

Dominica Highlights

The Morne Trois Pitons National Park

One of the absolute highlights of a holiday to Dominica is a visit to the Morne Trois Pitons National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the south-central highlands of the island and a place where you can find rare nature. This park is located around the Morne Trois Pitons volcano. You’ll find various natural sights here, such as the Boiling Lake, a valley with sulfur springs, and the popular Emerald Pool. This natural pool with clear greenish water and a breathtaking waterfall feels like paradise. If you’re here, don’t forget to take a refreshing dip for a cooling swim. The area is also home to at least 7 mammal species, 50 bird species, 12 reptile and amphibian species, and 12 crustacean species. If you’re lucky you might catch a glimpse of them.

Middleham Falls

After a hike of about one hour and half you’ll reach the heart of the rainforest in the Morne Trois Piton National Park where the Middleham Falls are located. Once arrived you’ll find a fascinating variety of trees, plants and animals there. You can feel the cool waterfall sprays on your body from a distance. The falls themselves are striking, with a narrow stream dropping. from a keyhole notch in the lip of the cliff. The pool beneath the falls is swimmable, but a bit chilly!

Indian River

The Indian River is a great place to spend some time at. This is a beautiful wide river that takes you through some of the beautiful nature of Dominica. The river is a mix of salt and fresh water that is dominated by the incredible buttressed Bwa Mang trees. The best way to explore the river is by boat. And along the way you can enjoy the forest, nature, and various beautiful birds and other animals. A local guide will be more than happy to tell you inspiring stories about Dominica and life there.

Best time to visit Dominica

  • High Season: February, March, April, May, June
  • Shoulder Season: January, November, December
  • Low Season: July, August, September, October

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Top things to do in Dominica

Batibou beach

One of the most beautiful beaches on Dominica is the wild Batibou Beach, located on the north coast of the island. On the way to go there you might wonder if you are in the right place. You’ll have to travel over a bumpy road of one and a half kilometer and park on the beach. This is a stunning wild crescent shaped beach with coconut palm trees swaying along the coast. There are good swimming and snorkeling opportunities here as well.

The Kalinago people

The native people of the island of Dominica are the Kalinago. They are part of the 70,000 islanders and travelers can visit their village of Kalinago Barana Auté and even spend the night there in a local setting with one of the families for an unforgettable experience. This gorgeous model village is located near the coast and offers amazing views of the Atlantic coastline. You can get a tour here and see the traditional small huts (ajoupas) and main hut (karbet). You’re more than welcome to participate and join in various activities such as canoe building, processing of cassava, weaving baskets, etc. Culture lovers can learn everything about the Kalinago and local flora and fauna here.

Ti Tou Gorge

The Ti Tou Gorge is one of the most unique swimming spots in the Caribbean. The gorge can be found right at the end of a hike. This is a very nice narrow natural gorge with a waterfall at the end. The sides of this deep, narrow gorge were formed as molten lava cooled and split apart. The way through Titou Gorge is actually a short swim from the base of a waterfall through a series of natural pools and openings which are formed by high cliff walls. The water is refreshing and cool and traversing the gorge is a memorable experience.

The Cabrits National Park

The Cabrits National Park is located on a peninsula on the north end of Dominica and just beyond the town of Portsmouth. The park consists of tropical forests, coral reefs and wetlands and is situated between low-rising mountain ranges and dormant volcanoes. From higher ground you’ll have incredible views of the surroundings. The waters of the Cabrits National Park are well-known for their untouched and beautiful coral reefs and marine life. Here you can swim around peacefully and easy as there are almost no tides. You can also easily take walks through the park and paths are marked clearly. A perfect destination for a day trip.

The Boiling Lake

The Boiling Lake can be reached after an adventurous, tough hike of several hours with a guide along waterfalls and through a valley with sulfur springs. The walk towards the lake is just as great, and you get the opportunity to go through forests and see various birds along the way. Geologists believe this lake is a flooded fumarole, which is an opening in the earth's crust from which hot gases and vapors escape. The escape of the gases and vapors makes the lake look like a huge natural bubble bath, except it has a water temperature of about 95 degrees Celsius, so it is not recommended to swim here. The color and water level of the lake are constantly changing as well, which makes this a very dynamic place to visit. However, the layer of vapor or mist that covers the lake is almost always there and you can hardly see the bubbling water in between. The Boiling Lake is definitely one of the most mysterious places in the Caribbean.

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