Discover Dominica, the Caribbean’s nature island, at your own pace and sense of adventure. Activities include diving, snorkelling, whale watching, hiking in the rainforest, relaxing in a natural spa and plenty more.
Visitors head to Dominica throughout the year to enjoy incredible diving, to explore the island's wealth of eco-activities and unspoiled nature and simply to relax on this sparsely populated Caribbean island.
You will be based in Roseau, the capital, perfectly located for divers, whale watchers and hikers alike. There is plenty of opportunity to discover all that this island nation has to offer, and this itinerary gives you the option each day to explore above or below the waves. Dive the Caribbean reefs of Dominica or discover waterfalls and emerald pools. An optional trip out to sea is possible to observe one or more of the 20+ species of cetaceans that are seen here throughout the year.
The journey to Dominica is normally via Antigua. You will be met on arrival and transferred to the Fort Young Hotel in Roseau for a week long stay.
Enjoy either two boat dives per day or embark on a land tour to one of Dominica's iconic landmarks. Highlights for divers and snorkellers include the unique geothermal springs of Champagne Reef and other volcanic topography.
Six species of cetaceans are regularly seen here, and whale watching is a popular activity, the highlights being sperm and humpback whales. On land, you have the chance to hike in the rainforest and visit spectacular waterfalls and a boiling lake. There’s plenty of adventure to choose from to help you discover Dominica.
If you have the afternoon free then the time can be spent on optional excursions or via self-guided exploration, or the reef in front of the dive centre is open for unguided diving during shop hours at supplement cost.
Visitors head here for diving, a wealth of eco-activities and unspoiled nature, with underwater attractions including spectacular topography and a rich marine life. Dominica is also the best island in the Caribbean for whale watching throughout the year. Find Out More about {acc:title}
Located in Roseau, this hotel is built within the walls of the 18th century fort, on the edge of a rocky bluff overlooking the Caribbean Sea, and offers diving and whale watching direct from the jetty. Find Out More about Fort Young Hotel
