City: Dominica
Top Things to do in Dominica
Top Restaurants in Dominica
The 10 Best Things to do in Dominica, Dominica
Welcome to the Nature Island. Remote, affordable and, as yet, unspoiled, Dominica deserves more than a day's visit from your cruise ship. Spend a week (or more) exploring mountains covered by tropical rainforest, endless hiking trails, some 40 dive sites and black-sand beaches. You'll soon be plotting ways to return every year.
Restaurants in Dominica
1. Boiling Lake
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 380 reviews
Said to be the second largest in the world, this hot springs lake is a caldron of gray-blue water at a temperature ranging from 180 to 197 degrees Fahrenheit; a full-day rigorous hike with a guide is needed to visit this awesome sight.
Reviewed By Ctru8
This was the best. He is the BEST! We considered ourselves intermediate hikers.. this hike was hard, and satisfying. Nigel made it totally worth it. He was consistently upbeat, encouraging (we needed it) and overall a wonderful and friendly person with a heart of gold. At one point when I wanted to give up he was encouraging and keep me going. He knew exactly what he was doing, was full of information and facts about the local wildlife and foliage, had amazing stories to keep us entertained and answered all our questions! We had a fantastic time hunting the mysterious Agouti, stopping at the streams for a dip, eating eggs cooked in the Valley of Desolation and conversation with Nigel where he thought us all about the multipurpose use of materials you find on the way! Our tour consisted of us and another couple. Not only did he do well with mixing our levels of ability, he is great at interacting with all and keeping our conversation going! We have already talked about returning and when we do we will be hiring Nigel again for all of our guide needs! Our trip would not have been the same without him making it as memorable as he did! Thanks Nigel!
2. Ti Kwen Glo Cho Hot Springs
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 65 reviews
Reviewed By Kelstar1972 - Melbourne, Australia
Great place for to chill relax in lovely natural quite surroundings June the owner is wonderful Great Bath tubs, hot pools and mud Bath with cold water mini falls Animals on site lots of rum And fresh food Nice way to chill
3. Indian River
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 178 reviews
This mangrove-fringed river flows into the Glanvilla Swamp, which is prime birdwatching territory.
Reviewed By reedmangreg - Chicago, United States
It's been completely different than what I expected but at the same time I loved it - don't expect action, fast paced entertainment etc. (I think most of us hear about the scene from the move and automatically associate with that). This is a very relaxing boat ride where you get to enjoy the sun, beautiful lush jungle views while listening to some info from time to time from your tour guide; and ours said it best by saying that he will stop talking at times exactly to make people appreciate the silence and peacefulness of this river! I was curious about how to organize this tour but in reality it's pretty straight forward; 1. You park the car either at the bank across the street or simply at the parking lot for the Indian River; this place after all is park of the national parks system in Dominica and the weekly pass is accepted. 2. From here you can use the restroom and organize your tour with many tour guides on the spot, or very likely you will have one already in advance as most people recommend someone (we drove all the way from Marigot/North East and as soon as we arrived our tour called us out by the name of hotel we stayed out - yep there are not that many tourists in Dominica, especially who drive their own cars) - the tour is I believe less than $20 per person and considering your guide will do the physical workout on your behalf be nice and tip accordingly afterwards! 3. The boat ride is serene and peaceful; motors aren't allowed so that makes this experience even more relaxing - you will bump into other boats going back or into the jungle but that's about it, no noise. The water color is very specific too, like a "milky green" at times and the overgrown banks and rich vegetation (in particular old big trees with huge long roots) are astounding! 4. You make it to the Bush Bar for a short stop - the drinks were decent, definitely try the Dynamite for its unique flavor. Pretty cool dock and decor - the barman, as others mentioned here on TripAdvisor already, could cheer up a bit as he made us feel a bit unwelcome.... but that has nothing to do with the tour - I review the tour and our guide experience and not the Bush Bar 5. On the way back you visit the Calypso Hut :) also serene and calm time, don't expect the snakes and voodoo dolls here - it's just an old hut on the river that was used in the move, still super cool! All in all the tour is very easy to organize and I say a must while in Dominica; it's very unique for the island as I don't recall anything like this in any other Caribbean country/islands and we have been to over 15+ already - there are of course river tours but not one like this, and that's exactly what made it so unique and took me by surprise as mentioned at the very beginning. TIP: our hotel recommend James Bond and Lawrence of Arabia (they work together and we met both); James took us on the tour and I would highly recommend him same as others did here already (by the way I was impressed with his multi language skills! and of course his sense of humor and personally add up to the experience!)
4. Titou Gorge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 285 reviews
A natural water-ride created by two hot springs, a rock pool and a river.
Reviewed By TanAndSand
Don’t let the frigid water keep you from experiencing Titou Gorge. It is absolutely gorgeous and where they filmed Pirates of the Caribbean 2. We booked a tour and our guide provided life jackets and went in with us all the way to the water fall. I jumped in from the edge rather than walking in. It was so much fun!
5. Middleham Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 468 reviews
Reviewed By C1290APmichaelp - Boston, United States
My second time at these falls. both times have been exhausting, but one can take their time. We moved fast as we knew what awaited us at the end. One of the best plunge pools in the world.
6. Waitukubuli Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By jabuendia721 - Bronx, United States
The beauty of Dominica is on full display on this stretch of the Waitukubuli Trail. The 6.8 km hike took about 4 1/2 hours and took my wife, our host/guide Tom and I through pristine rainforest. From lizards, to birds and enormous palms to tiny flowers, this is a nature lover’s little slice of heaven. A few words of caution, bring the proper gear (pants, comfy hiking footwear, hat, more water than you think you need, a good walking stick) get a knowledgeable guide (Tom from Wanderlust Caribbean is the man), take your time and watch your footing (a couple of tricky spots that need some extra care). Don’t let any of that discourage you as the views are unmatched.
7. Morne Bruce
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 111 reviews
A wooded mountain with sweeping panoramic views at its higher elevations.
Reviewed By 414DavidK - Charleston, United States
I was taken by bus to this lookout. Great view of the city of Roseau. Next time I would like to walk up the hill from the botanical gardens to here.
8. Champagne Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 524 reviews
Reviewed By IndySig - Indianapolis, United States
This is just a great place to snorkel when you are in Dominica. The water is crystal clear and the coral is coming back to life. Crystal clear waters and bubbles, bubbles, bubbles.
9. Mero Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 228 reviews
Reviewed By davrobert - Florence, Italy
It' s a nice place with typical stores. A beautiful place for the sunset (west-exposed) , Water warm and quiet but not clean 'cause the sand is dark but I could see a wonderful lion fish. Easily linked to St Joseph beach for a relaxing walk.
10. Dominica Botanic Gardens
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 400 reviews
The forty acres of garden include orchid trees, bottle palms, the Carib Wood tree and an unidentifiable no-name tree.
Reviewed By reedmangreg - Chicago, United States
The grounds of the Botanic Garden are fairly small but if you consider the fact that they are surrounded by the natural terrain limitations in Dominica on hand and then on the other enclosed by the Roseau overcrowded streets and both residential and commercial buildings this is almost like a little paradise garden in the area! I admit there is not that much to see when it comes to variety and area but the few old trees in certain spots are absolutely beautiful and stunning; we came here to see the "famous" Baobab tree that "fell asleep" on the yellow bus but left the place being more amazed (with first still being a treat!) by the huge tree right across from it - look at the size and proportions to humans around it! TIP: if you drove here and have extra time and comfy shoes do yourself a favor and take a hike to Morne Bruce - it's much more rewarding to hike it than to drive up the hill (despite the direct parking vista point being nicer than the adjacent one that you will see first when hiking)
