Dominica is a country that is also known as the Nature Island of the
Caribbean. It has a vast variety of floras and faunas that are protected by its natural
park system. There are also a lot of places and a lot of things to do here in Dominica,
among them are these ten things one should do when in Dominica.
1.) Visit the Boiling Lake
This is a wonderful tourist destination that you should visit when you are in Dominica.
You will definitely enjoy the sight of this great lake as it boils because of the heat
coming from the volcanic vent. If you are a novice when it comes to hiking, then you will
definitely need a guide to tour you around the lake because of the rough terrain.
2.) Hike the Glassy
This is a hike that will take about two to three days to be finished. During this hike,
you will be going through farmland then you will pass through a deep jungle before you
reach the coast and the cliffs. The hike only ends when you reach the point where the old
volcanic flow meets the ocean, and here, you have to take care because there are big waves
that are known to sweep people away and smash them against the rocks.
3.) Do the Jaco Steps
It is not really clear why the Jaco Steps where built, but it is a good walk
nonetheless. This will give you a good hike and exercise. Plus, you will also get to
appreciate the wonderful scenery Dominica has to offer.
4.) Visit the Morne Trois Pitons National Park
This national park is also listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will get to
see a myriad of floras and faunas native to Dominica here. The many attractive locations
it offers are enough to make anybody fall in love with the magical place.
5.) See the Boeri Lake
Nature lover or not, nobody can resist the raw beauty of Boeri Lake, which is a crater
lake. As you hike the trail going to Boeri Lake, you will see magnificent views of the
Atlantic coast. You are also going to go through a montane forest, a forest with a vast
abundance of tree ferns and cabbage palm.
6.) Swim in the Titou Gorge
Before you start your hike towards the Boiling Lake, you will encounter this small
waterfall. This is a perfect place for you to swim in and is a famous tourist spot. It can
also be the perfect finale for your Boiling Lake hike as there is also a small hot spring
nearby.
7.) Visit the Emerald Pool
A little cold for a swimmer's taste, but Emerald Pool is still a grand place to visit.
There is a short walk before you reach this little grotto. But the short walk is worth it
as you are greeted by a magical sight.
8.) Enjoy Trafalgar Falls
About half an hour drive from Roseau is this popular twin waterfalls. You do not need
to have a guide to reach these twin falls as you can easily reach it. This is a famous
tourist spot where they can take a swim in the smaller waterfalls or, if they find it,
take a refreshing and relaxing swim in the taller waterfalls' hot spring.
9.) Go diving in Cabrits Marine Reserve
Dominica is also known as a famous scuba diving destination. Here, you will see a wide
variety of marine animals. But they are very strict in their rule of no touching the
animals.
10.) Visit Scott's Head
This is a wonderful village that offers a great scuba diving experience in the bay. You
can also go snorkeling here. You will see here bountiful sea creatures that live in its
corals.