A small section of Dominica’s northeastern part is administrated by the Kalinago, who’ve populated the Lesser Antilles at least since the 13th century. While there is still some debate, the most prominent hypothesis states that the Kalinago migrated to the Leeward Isles from the northeastern area of South America’s Mainland, either replacing or acculturating the…
The 5 Most Beautiful Beaches in Dominica
Dominica isn’t only home to exciting natural oddities, breathtaking waterfalls and serene mountain lakes, but also to some of the loveliest dark sand beaches I’ve ever seen. Backed by coconut palms and populated with exotic birds and scuttling crabs, their appeal is only increased by the fact that you’ll likely have them completely for yourself….
Hiking to Victoria Falls on Dominica – What you Need to Know
Victoria Falls is one of Dominica’s more impressive waterfalls and due to the fact that it can only be reached by an adventurous hike through the White River, it doesn’t see a ton of visitors. I found navigating the river much easier than wading through the Layou River, which is part of the hike to…
Secret Beach and Other Great Things to See in Southeastern Dominica
Dominica’s wild southeastern coast features some of the island’s nicest beaches, while the inland sports some truly marvellous waterfalls. Add to that some great accommodation options in beautiful surroundings, and you’ve got plenty of reasons to explore this part of the island for a couple of days. Here are my suggestions of the top sights…
Hiking to Wavine Cyrique Waterfall on Dominica – What You Need to Know
I’m calling it: Wavine Cyrique is my favourite waterfall on Dominica – and that means some tough competition. Why would I pick this one above taller and arguably more impressive cascades like Middleham Falls or Victoria Falls? Well, in this case, location is key: Wavine Cyrique falls freely down a sheer cliff into the waves…
The Emerald Pool, Morne Trois Pitons Mountain and Other Great Destinations in Central Dominica
There’s no denying that many of Dominica’s fantastic natural attractions are located close to the coast (and I’m not only talking about the beautiful beaches here). Still, some of the most fascinating destinations can be found in the island’s mountainous interior. The tiny hamlet of Pont Cassé in the centre of the island is a…
Hiking to Jacko Steps – A Poignant Reminder of Dominica’s Colonial Past
Like a lot of Caribbean Islands, Dominica has a grim history of slavery, but also bears testimony to oppressed people’s constant struggle for liberty. Jacko Flats near Pont Cassé marks the location of a camp formed by maroons (escaped slaves) who for decades successfully fought against slavers and the colonial administration by employing guerilla-style tactics….
The 5 Most Beautiful Waterfalls in Dominica
Dominica truly is a natural paradise – apart from stretches of pristine jungle, mystical mountain lakes and wild beaches, an incredible amount of wonderful waterfalls can be found all over the island. It is said that there are 365 big and small rivers on Dominica – one for every day of the year. So no…
Freshwater Lake, Boeri Lake and Middleham Falls – Three Fantastic Hikes in Central Dominica
In case you were wondering: Dominica’s does not only have Boiling Lakes. As a matter of fact, Freshwater and Boeri Lake in Morne Trois Pitons National Park are utterly beautiful and make for another great day trip into the Park. While the former is Dominica’s largest lake, visiting the latter leads you deeper into the…
Everything You Need to Know About Hiking to Boiling Lake and the Valley of Desolation on Dominica
Dominica has so many amazing natural attractions that it’s hard to fit all of them into your itinerary – especially if you don’t have a lot of time to spare. The fantastic hike to the Boiling Lake is the one thing you definitely shouldn’t miss while on the island. The lake itself certainly is a…