Category: Caribbean

BEACH & WATERFALLS

This tour begins with a short walk from the pier to the Jacko Falls, where you can take a dip in the waterfall pool while enjoying the surroundings. After visiting the falls, the tour will continue on through the Valley en route to Mero beach, whose black sand is testament to the island’s volcanic origins. Enjoy leisure time at the beach by either relaxing in the sun, going on a walk or enjoying a refreshing swim. To complete your beach experience in true Dominican style, a glass of rum punch or fruit juice will be served prior to heading back to the ship.

Please note: Use of a beach chair is included in the price of the tour. To reach the viewpoint at Jacko Falls, guests will be required to walk approximately 30 meters on flat terrain, with 60 steps down to the waterfall pool should guests choose to swim

RIVER TUBING, RAINFOREST DRIVE & WATERFALLS

Spend time off the ship and explore Dominica on a nature-based tour of the island. A scenic drive through the interior will take you to Jacko Falls, where you can either view the cascade from the platform or walk down to the pool.

The tour then continues by coach through the central rainforest reserve and cloud forest to the Hibiscus Eco-Village, the starting point for your river tubing experience. Upon arrival, you’ll receive a glass of fruit juice and watch a cultural performance by a Carib Indian group before beginning the tubing portion. As you float along the river, which borders the Carib Indian territory, you may see various bird species and vegetation. The route along the river includes both calm stretches and some mild rapids. Guests must be at least 6 years old to participate.

Please note: Guests are recommended to wear swimwear and to bring water shoes, a towel and sunscreen. Guests must be at least 6 years of age to take part; any guests who are 75 years of age or older must be in good physical health to take part. A maximum weight restriction of 113 kg/250 lbs per guest applies. This tour is not available for pregnant women and guests suffering from pre-existing heart, respiratory, back or neck problems.

To reach the viewpoint at Jacko Falls, guests will be required to walk approximately 30 meters on flat terrain, with 60 steps down to the waterfall pool should guests choose to swim.

A DAY AT INTERCONTINENTAL DOMINICA CABRITS RESORT AND SPA

Enjoy access to the InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort and Spa, located near Cabrits National Park. Depart the pier for an approximately 1-hour drive along the coastline, passing fishing villages, rivers, and the town of Portsmouth. Upon arrival, you will have access to the resort’s facilities and can spend approximately 4 hours on the property before returning to the ship.
Please note: This tour is available for guests booked in the Yacht Club only.

The price of this tour is per person and includes roundtrip transportation, 2-course meal, non-alcoholic drinks with your meal, access to the pool and beach. It is recommended that guests bring a bathing suit, towel, sunscreen, cash and credit cards for any additional purchases.

The restaurants onsite may require guests to be fully clothed before entering. The deadline to cancel this tour without any penalties is 24 hours prior to the call. Any cancellations after this will result in a 100% penalty of the tour price.

The transportation to and from InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort may be shared with other Yacht Club guests. Should you wish to have private roundtrip transportation, please inquire with the shore excursions desk onboard as additional charges may apply.

SAND BAY BEACH, COOK UP LUNCH, AND WATERFALLS

This full-day tour includes a visit to the Twin Falls and Sand Bay beach, where you will experience a traditional Dominican “cook up” meal. After an approximately 1-hour drive through the northeastern part of the island, you will arrive at Sand Bay. Reaching the beach requires a strenuous descent down a natural path between two cliffs.

The beach consists of both white and black volcanic sand. You will spend approximately 2 hours at the beach, during which a Dominican meal will be prepared over an open fire. On the return, you will stop at Twin Falls. After a 15-20-minute hike, you will reach the first waterfall. Guests who wish to continue may take an optional 5-minute hike to the second white sulfur waterfall. The return drive to the pier is approximately 45 minutes. Guests must be at least 12 years old to participate.

Please note: There is a steep and difficult descent to reach the beach. Guests must be at least 12 years old to participate. This tour forms part of an authentic experience. The type of meal that you will get to enjoy is called a “Dominican Cook-Up” and consists of a rich Dominican soup.

The soup’s ingredients are the following and will also be served with bread: dumplings, pumpkins, lentils, carrots, cabbage, and spices. To keep the traditional aspect of the local culture authentic, this tour does not include a 3-course meal. This tour involves walking on uneven terrain.

To reach the first waterfall at Twin Falls, guests will have to walk approximately 60 steps. If guests choose the option to visit the second waterfall at Twin Falls, they must hike for approximately 5 minutes up a steep hill

KAYAK & HOT SPRINGS

Start your journey at the southernmost tip of Dominica to explore one of the island’s volcanic landforms. Board your bus for a 20-minute sightseeing drive through the communities of Newtown, Pointe Michel, Soufriere, and Scotts Head. At the Scotts Head peninsula, disembark and start your kayak adventure along the Waitukubuli Sea Trail, which follows the Caribbean coast from south to north. Paddle across the bay with views of the southwest coastline before arriving at Soufriere Beach. From there, take a short vehicle transfer into the Soufriere Valley to visit a nature spa, where stone tubs are filled with sulphur- and mineral-rich waters. Let nature pamper you, take a warm soak, and rejuvenate. The tour will then conclude with your return journey to the ship. Guests must be at least 6 years old to participate.

Please note: Guests must be at least 6 years old to participate. Guests must be in good physical condition to participate on this tour. Guests are recommended to wear swimwear (dark colours only) under comfortable clothing, use sunscreen, bring water shoes, towels and a camera.

This tour is not available for guests suffering from pre-existing heart conditions, recent surgery or injury and high blood pressure or suffering from dizziness spells. The scent of Sulphur is strong and can linger on your skin and clothing following the bath; therefore, guests should wear appropriate clothing/swimwear for this portion of the tour. Jewelry should not be worn inside the bath.

EASY & ACCESSIBLE: DOMINICA

This tour begins with a drive through the capital of Roseau and a stop at the Morne Bruce viewpoint for photos. You will then visit the Botanical Gardens, which feature a variety of plants, trees, and flowers, as well as the Sisserou and Jaco parrots housed in protected aviaries. The tour continues inland with a stop at Jaco Falls, located approximately 30 yards from the parking area. Guests can view the waterfall from the platform or take a short walk down to the pool for a quick dip, if time allows. On the return to the ship, there will be views of the surrounding rainforest valleys.

Please note: The barrier-free tour is designed to be universally accessible, avoiding steps/stairs throughout. Wheelchair-accessible toilet facilities are available along the tour route. An accessible vehicle with a wheelchair lift or ramp will be used for transportation.

Guides are not permitted to push wheelchairs. The order in which sites are visited or viewed may vary. The price of the tour includes transportation, tour guide and admission fees; it excludes the cost of lunch/snacks. As the number of wheelchair-accessible vehicles is extremely limited in many ports, guests are encouraged to make reservations for barrier-free shore excursions as early as possible.

Guests who are fully dependent on their non-foldable mobility device equipment are required to bring their own wheelchair/scooter and are requested to use code RSUEAW when booking the tour