Tourism in Dominica

Explore notable sights and destinations in this country

Americas / Caribbean

Tourist attractions

Morne Trois Pitons National Park

Region: Central island

Natural Heritage

World Heritage area concentrating tropical rainforest, volcanoes, and waterfalls

Boiling Lake

Region: Within National Park

Nature

60m-diameter grey boiling hot spring lake reached by 7-hour trek

Trafalgar Falls

Region: Near Roseau

Nature

Famous site where twin falls "Mama and Papa" cascade 60m

Emerald Pool

Region: Middleham District

Nature

Popular spot with swimmable natural pool glowing green

Champagne Reef

Region: Southwest coast

Underwater Scenery

Diving hotspot where underwater hot spring bubbles rise like champagne

Cabrits National Park and Fort Shirley

Region: Portsmouth

Cultural Heritage

Park where 18th-century British military fort ruins coexist with mangrove wetlands

Indian River

Region: Portsmouth

Nature

Quiet jungle waterway navigating through mangroves by boat

Waitukubuli National Trail

Region: Island traverse

Trekking

184km long-distance hiking course comprising 14 segments

Kalinago Territory

Region: Northeast island

Cultural Experience

Autonomous area where indigenous crafts and traditional foods can be experienced

Middleham Falls

Region: Within National Park

Nature

Island''s largest waterfall at 85m drop reached via adventurous forest route

Sulphur Springs

Region: South

Hot Springs

Rustic sulfur hot springs with mud pack experience available

Scotts Head Peninsula

Region: Southwest tip

Scenic Spot

Scenic cape overlooking Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean boundary

Freshwater Lake

Region: Within National Park

Nature

Caldera lake at 762m elevation; kayaking and bird-watching popular

Roseau Old Town

Region: Capital Roseau

Historic Streetscape

Colorful downtown with colonial wooden houses

Victoria Falls

Region: Rosalie Valley

Nature

Spectacular waterfall appearing upstream of White River; advanced trail

Suggested itineraries

Eco-Adventure 3 Days

Duration (days): 3

Highlights: Trafalgar Falls, Champagne Reef, Emerald Pool

Short-term plan combining waterfall hiking and underwater hot spring snorkeling based in Roseau

Waitukubuli Full Traverse Trekking 10 Days

Duration (days): 10

Highlights: Waitukubuli Trail all 14 segments, Kalinago village homestay

Walking entire island north to south experiencing pristine forest and village culture comprehensively

Culture and Nature Week

Duration (days): 7

Highlights: Kalinago Territory, Fort Shirley, Boiling Lake

Balanced itinerary combining indigenous cultural experience with World Heritage trekking

Travel tips

  • Rain gear essential; mountain weather changes dramatically, said to have four seasons in one day
  • Drinking water mostly from springs and safe, but carrying bottled water prudent
  • Many mosquitoes; prepare DEET-containing repellent
  • Hurricane season (June-November) carries flight cancellation risk
  • Public transport mainly route vans; destination signs small so confirm before boarding
  • US dollars widely accepted, but change often returned in East Caribbean Dollars
  • Diving requires protected area permit; shops can arrange
  • Drone photography requires advance notification to aviation authority
  • Voltage 230V/50Hz; British-style three-pin plug standard
  • SIM cards purchasable at airport and Roseau Flow/Digicel shops
  • Prohibited to remove wildlife or plants
  • GPS apps helpful on trails where markers easily lost
  • Tourist sites crowded on cruise port days; early morning visits recommended
  • Check with locals about coastal areas where strong rip currents occur
  • Plastic bags prohibited; convenient to carry reusable bags

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