Dominica: Waterfalls, Volcanic Peaks & Kalinago Culture
- From $3,499.00 USD
Dominica isn't the Caribbean you've seen before. On this 8-day adventure, hike through ancient rainforest to plunging twin waterfalls, snorkel above bubbling volcanic vents, and swim in pools fed by natural hot springs. Time with the indigenous Kalinago people adds cultural depth that stays with you long after the tan fades. The Nature Island, done beautifully.
Travel Style
The Geluxe Collection
Service Level
Upgraded
Physical Grading
3 - Average
What's Included
Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Foodie Moment: Local Lunch at at Beachside Restaurant, Toucari
Your OMG Day: Visit Titou Gorge or Spanny & Jacko Falls, Roseau. Complimentary arrival transfer. Welcome dinner. CEO-led Roseau walk to the botanical gardens. Trafalgar Falls excursion. Guided snorkeling at Champagne Reef with included equipment. Hike to Middleham Falls. Freshwater Lake scenic walk. Indian River boat trip. Visit Cabrits National Park and Fort Shirley. Emerald Pool visit and swim. immersive Kalinago cultural experience with craft demonstrations and traditional bread-making. Farewell dinner. All tips included for activities and meals, except for CEO and porterage. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
What are the main highlights of this trip?
Stand before Trafalgar Falls where two rivers converge into twin cascades, Hike through ancient rainforest to Middleham Falls — the tallest on the island, Snorkel Champagne Beach and feel warm volcanic bubbles rise around you, Discover Kalinago culture and heritage on an immersive east coast experience, Choose between Titou Gorge or freshwater pool swimming on your OMG Day
How large will the group be?
Max 16, avg 12
What meals are included in this trip?
7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
What are the modes of transportation on my trip?
Private Vehicle, Boat, Walking.
Is there an extra cost for travelling solo?
We believe solo travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and solo travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.
Where will we stay during the trip?
Hotel (7 nts).
Itinerary
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Roseau: Welcome to Dominica
Catch a glimpse of nearby islands, blue water and green volcanic peaks as the plane swoops in for its final approach. Cross the island en route to Roseau through rainforest on windy mountain roads bordered by dense flora and hidden pools. We welcome you to Dominica, and invite you to embark on an adventure beyond the Caribbean beaches into a land of volcanoes, waterfalls and incredible natural beauty. Arrive to Dominica at any time and transfer to your hotel. Meet your fellow group members at the welcome meeting in the evening and get all the important information about the adventure ahead. Afterwards, head to a nearby restaurant for a delicious welcome dinner with new friends.
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Roseau: Trafalgar Falls and Champagne Beach
Begin the day with a stroll through Roseau’s botanical gardens before heading to the iconic twin Trafalgar Falls, 2 rivers plunging from different rivers to the pools below. Next, head to Champagne Beach to snorkel amongst the volcanic bubbles seeping from the sea floor, keeping an eye out for tropical fish and turtles. Back in Roseau, the remainder of the day is yours. Walk with your CEO through Roseau to the botanical gardens before driving to Trafalgar Falls. Continue to Champagne Beach and meet the local guide for a snorkel excursion before returning to the hotel. The rest of the afternoon and evening are free.
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Roseau: Falls, Lakes, and Rainforest
Set off on foot through dense primary rainforest to reach the island's tallest waterfall and feel the spray of the mist on your face from the viewing platform. Cool off with a swim if conditions permit before returning to the vehicle then head up the mountain to Freshwater Lake, Dominica's largest and a UNESCO heritage site. Take in the views while walking a shoreline trail around the perimeter before returning to Roseau in the early afternoon. Transfer from Fort Young Hotel to Middleham Falls for a rainforest trek to the island's tallest waterfall. After swimming and photos, drive to Freshwater Lake for a hike and a picnic lunch. Return to the hotel for a free afternoon and evening in Roseau.
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Roseau: The Northern Coast
Venture to the northern part of the island, hugging the western coastline and passing through small villages and former sugar estates along the drive. Reach Indian River for a tranquil boat trip inland through mangrove forests along an impossibly milky green waterway, catching the cool shade as you pass underneath the trees. Back on firm ground, step into Dominica's history books and explore Cabrits National Park, with its colonial garrison set on a strategic hilltop with views to the ocean. On the way back to Roseau, stop at a small beach for a delicious local lunch and time to relax and swim in the ocean. Drive to Indian River in the morning for a boat trip along the waterway. Continue to Cabrits National Park to visit the historic site and old fort before returning south, stopping at a small beach village for lunch at a local restaurant. Free evening in Roseau.
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Roseau: Your OMG Day
Today is all about flexibility and personal preference. Choose between a swim along the narrow canyon of Titou Gorge to a waterfall and then visit some hot springs, or embark on an excursion to Spanny and Jacko Falls for the opportunity to swim in the freshwater pools in the forest. In the afternoon set off in search of whales on an optional boat trip or spend the rest of the day lazing by the pool. However you choose to spend the day will be a winner.
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Roseau: Emerald Pool & Indigenous Heritage
Venture into Dominica's interior with a visit to another impossibly beautiful waterfall in the forest, aptly named Emerald Pool for the inviting cool water at the base of the 40-foot cascade. Next, immerse yourself in the island's indigenous culture and history with an excursion into the Kalinago Territory. Visit the cultural centre and walk some of the coastal trails while listening to stories from the local guide before returning to Roseau in the afternoon. Drive to Emerald Pool waterfall for the opportunity to swim before continuing into Kalinago Territory for a cultural experience. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning to Roseau in the afternoon where the rest of the day is free.
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Roseau: Free Day
Today's plan is to do as much or as little as you please. For those looking to break a sweat, set off on a full-day hike through the rainforest and across the volcanic landscape to Boiling Lake, the world's second-largest of its kind within Morne Trois Pitons National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Options closer to the hotel could be a cooking class or just take this last day to laze by the pool before re-grouping in the evening for a farewell dinner with your CEO and fellow travellers.
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Roseau
Today your adventure comes to an end, but the memories made during your time in Dominica are sure to live on. Depart at any time.
Is travel insurance required for my trip?
Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your leader, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy we require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency evacuation and repatriation. A minimum coverage of USD200,000 is required. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. Some tours include adventure activities that require extra coverage (e.g. crampon use); please review your itinerary and make sure that you are covered for all included activities. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.
