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Batibou Beach

Pristine and nature bound, Batibou Beach offers something for everyone from adventure to relaxation of mind. Fringed with coconut palms, Batibou Beach is crescent-shaped offering an exciting swimming and snorkelling opportunity with a coral reef just offshore. The beach is located at the end of a 0.6-mile bumpy dirt road, which is usually reached by 4WD. Tourists will find a small cafe there as well. Given that, Batibou Beach goes through private land; tourists can be asked for USD 5 as toll. Read More

Displaying the diverse wildlife of Dominica, this Botanic Garden is perfect place for nature lovers. Covering a vast area of 40 acres, Botanic Garden is a beautiful natural space sitting beneath Morne Bruce hill in Roseau. The garden is home to plenty of palms, mature banyan and ficus trees teaming up with flowering tropical shrubs. The place serves as an ideal spot for aimless wandering and picnic on the magnanimous lawns. Parrot aviaries featuring endemic Jaco and Sisserou parrots are a must visit. For the spirited souls, a snaking half-mile trail behind the aviary takes you to the top of Morne Bruce, a trailhead for ÔJackÕs WalkÕ. Read More

An epitome of natural beauty, Cabrits National Park is also known for its historic significance. Cabrits National Park is nestled on the Cabrits Peninsula on a forested cliff a mile north of downtown. The park is popular for its remarkable 18th century British garrison structure Fort Shirley and Fort George located just five-minute walk uphill from the entrance. Forts overlook the lovely view of Prince Rupert Bay that looks mystifying in the late afternoon. The park also house tree thrilling long trails that crisscross the park via the officers' quarters, the soldiers' barracks, the powder magazine and other relics from the past. A small museum in the park exhibit amusing displays featuring collection of artefacts. Read More

Dominica Museum is a fascinating place to understand the history of the people of Dominica through various exhibits. Dominica Museum is small space situated above the tourist office in Roseau near the cruise-ship pier offering its visitor a quick look into the history of Dominica and its people. Overlooked and maintained by one of the top-notch historians of the island, Lennox Honychurch, the place exhibits objects and artefacts portraying Kalinago and Creole culture along with the slave trade. Read More

Kalinago Barana Aute represents the culture and craftsmanship of the country for its visitors. Kalinago Barana Aute is a revived traditional village nestled near the Isukulati Falls along the Crayfish River. It is an ideal destination to get a glimpse of Kalinago history and culture. The excursion comprise of about 30 to 40 minutes trip that takes one through many huts where locals artisans display the art of basket weaving, cassava baking and canoe making. The huge Karbet (men's house) is a place to understand the architectural highlight where dances and cultural presentations take place. Make sure to enjoy the incredible view of the falls and the roaring waves while on your way to the village. Read More

An epitome of fusion architecture, Roseau Cathedral combines Gothic with Caribbean style with elegance. Situated in Roseau, Roseau Cathedral is a landmark church, which started as a simple wooden hut and developed to transform into a grand 1916 volcanic stone pile, as one can see toady. With a combination of Gothic and Caribbean style of architecture, the structure is adorned with stained glass upper windows like those that one will see in a classic Creole home. The lower windows however, are wooden shutters that act as natural ventilation. However, the force of nature has left the place in bits and pieces and has been under restoration for quite some time. Read More

Scotts Head Point is a destination for an adventurous soul offering great opportunity for hiking and snorkelling. Scotts Head Point is a rocky cliff named after an 18th-century British lieutenant governor that can be reached through a narrow strip of land that separates the vicious Atlantic and the peaceful Caribbean. There are smatters of ruins of the fort the British lieutenant governor raised in defence of Soufriere Bay, which are accessible via a short hike. For those seeking some activities can indulge in snorkelling off the pebbly beach where one will also find a bar that rents gear and serves cold drinks. From here onwards, the Waitukubuli Trail also begins. Read More

A perfect place to rejuvenate and calm you mind and body, Soufriere Sulfer Springs are naturally heated mineralized streams. Soufriere Sulfer Springs nestled on the southwest coast of the country in Soufriere are two streams draining into four stone pools in the hills are naturally heated mineralized waters. The place is quite popular among locals and tourists where one will find the changing rooms and a large pool past the information centre along with a snack shack and picnic tables towards right side. For more relaxed surroundings, there are three smaller and peaceful pools inside the forest located a short walk away on the Waitukubuli Trail on segment 2. Read More

Trafalgar Falls are one of the most popular waterfalls of the country offering enchanting views of water cascading down the rift. Situated near Papillote Wilderness Retreat, Trafalgar Falls lies about 0.4 mile of an easy trail away towards a platform offering a full-on view of the two side-by-side falls namely the 125ft 'Father' fall and 75ft 'Mother' fall. For those who have adventurous streak can follow the narrow, rocky trail beyond the platform but have to be careful of slippery boulders, so mind your steps. Other than that, there is also an option of taking a plunge in swimming hole below Mother Fall. Take a guide if you want to hike to the hot springs below Father Falls. Read More