Dive into Dominica: The Nature Island
Pristine Reefs and Biodiversity; A Macro Photographers Haven
Dramatic Seascapes and Small Treasures
Known as "The Nature Island", Dominica's rugged beauty goes far beyond the depths of the land and deep into the ocean. With a wealth of diverse marine life and pristine reefs, Dominica is a macro photographer's dream.
Highlights
- Best for: Macro photographers, underwater naturalists, explorers and whale watchers
- Best season to visit: Year round, with some sites having best visibility during the dry season, January to April
- Weather: Trade winds and forests keep temperatures mild throughout the year. Wintertime lows run in the mid-70s, while summer rarely sees daytime temperatures above the mid-80s
Fort Young Hotel
Fort Young is your gateway to the best of Dominica. The hotel is part of a historic 17th-century fort, and it retains its historic charm, with some rooms are built within the original fort walls. The property includes a restaurant, three bars, a spa, gym, swimming pool and Jacuzzi. All rooms are air-conditioned en suite baths, and private porches or balconies. Most have spectacular ocean views. The on-site dive center offers daily diving and snorkeling and whale watching, and the hotel can arrange a wide range of land-based excursions.
Secret Bay Dominica | JC Ocean Adventures
Secret Bay Dominica is located on the northwest coast of Dominica on a breathtaking clifftop overlooking the Caribbean. Each of the eco-luxury villas and bungalows has a fully-equipped kitchen and are positioned across the property to ensure privacy ad seclusion while offering ocean and mountain views. Packages include a welcome dinner, use of mountain bikes, kayaks, paddleboards and more. All villas and bungalows are equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi, audiovisual system with iPod dock, cable television, books and games as well as daily international newspapers on your "Villa Kindle". 6-night minimum stay required.
Tamarind Tree Hotel
Perched atop a 100-foot bluff overlooking the Caribbean, the Tamarind Tree Hotel & Restaurant is centrally located on Dominica's west coast, close to many of the island's premier diving venues. Thee setting delivers sweeping ocean views and the hotel offers comfortable, cost-effective accommodations that include both rooms and home-like two-bedroom villas. The on-site restaurant serving Creole and international favorites, and there are two beaches within easy walking distance. Diving services are provided by top-rated East Carib Dive, which is just minutes from the hotel.
Jungle Bay Dominica| Nature Island Divers
Jungle Bay is an award-winning adventure and wellness resort overlooking Dominica's Soufriere-Scott's Head Marine Reserve. Guests are housed in a collection of spacious stone and hardwood eco villas featuring hand-crafted artisanal furnishings and spa bathrooms. Packages include gourmet, local sourced meals, daily wellness activities and a wide range of activities and programs. The on-site Bamboo Spa features 14 private spa suites overlooking the Caribbean Sea Water sports include kayaking, whale watching and snorkeling, with daily one and two-tank dive excursions provided through a local partner.
Hotel The Champs | Cabrits Dive Center
Hotel The Champs is a boutique property with just perched hillside on Dominica's scenic northwest coast, delivering sweeping views of the Caribbean from rooms and the warm, personal service of a bed & breakfast. All rooms and public spaces have sweeping views of the Caribbean, and The Champs is home to one of the island's most acclaimed restaurants. Room amenities include sitting areas, compact refrigerators, spacious ensuite bathrooms, local artworks, both wired and wireless Internet and flat-screen televisions. Dive packages are offered with Cabrits Dive Center, which is a short shuttle ride away.
