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Located between the islands of Guadeloupe and Antigua (north), and Martinique and St Lucia (south), Dominica remains a best-kept secret within the Caribbean. It’s a natural paradise, offering endless adventures (for all levels) and inspiring a real sense of wonder.
The curious visitor will discover a pristine, tropical landscape – lush rainforests and 365 rivers, many cascading over cliffs into hot spring pools. Dramatic, little-visited beaches offer either volcanic black or powder-white sand.
The island is a botanist’s wildest dream come true, with tropical flora and fruits. Spot vibrantly-hued hummingbirds, perhaps glimpse the rare Dominican parrot and snorkel close to shore to see brightly-coloured tropical fish.
With a rich cultural history courtesy of the Kalinago, the last indigenous people of the Caribbean, plus Dominica’s musical heritage, with its many festivals, you’ll enjoy a unique backdrop to your Nature Island holiday.
Discover hiking for all levels, with trails to secret gorges, epic waterfalls and through Dominica’s UNESCO World Heritage National Park to reach Boiling Lake. Spot tree ferns galore, try locally-distilled gin and sample delicious artisanal chocolate. Take lazy river trips deep into the jungle, sampling local rum en route.
Dominica stars as the Caribbean’s No. 1 scuba diving destination, with its safe, clear waters and vibrant sea life. It also attracts free divers and is the only place worldwide to offer year-round whale watching. Why not try coastal kayaking, in the company of experts?
Discover accommodation for every budget – with a warm welcome and big smiles, alongside blue skies and verdant jungle backdrops. Choose from friendly guest houses, self-catering sea-view cottages, small hotels, and high-end villas and resorts, where barefoot luxury comes with a focus on sustainability and superb wellness treatments.
Reconnect with therapeutic hot sulphur springs and mineral baths, perhaps also indulging in a seductive rum punch… followed, of course, by a delicious, freshly-grilled lobster – served beach-side, naturally.