Cheap Flights to Dominica

Discover Dominica

A rich tapestry of lush rainforests, rivers, waterfalls, and volcanic wonders await each visitor of “Nature's Island”, the Caribbean Commonwealth of Dominica. Situated in the Lesser Antilles region and located between the countries of Guadeloupe and Martinique, Dominica is one of those Caribbean destinations that travellers dare not miss. Basically, tourists and visitors of the country are stuck to this paradise when they arrive here – far away from all the noise and too much energy of the bigger cities and its neighbouring island nations. Much of the volcanic island is remote by nature; the country's serene and tranquil atmosphere adding to the mix of its unique appeal. With no flashy resorts and only a few sandy beaches to go to, the island is still as beautiful as its brothers and sisters. Moreover, Dominica is covered with rainforests that serve as a verdant and lush backdrop for travellers doing outdoor activities, while natural wonders such as hidden lagoons and hot sulphur springs serve as secluded spas to soothe the muscles after a long trek.

What to see & do

Dominica is filled with beautiful nature trails and other natural wonders such as falls, lakes, lagoons, beaches, and rivers. Terrains such as valleys and plateaus are also well-represented, with a handful of historical forts and ruins on the side.

Boiling Lake (Morne Trois Pitons National Park) – Tourists literally need to shed some sweat to get to this natural wonder found at the heart of Morne Trois Pitons National Park – Dominica's World Heritage Site. The Boiling Lake is the second largest hot lake in the world providing natural sulphur mud packs to tourists daring to climb their way to this beauty. It was first discovered by Mr. Watt and Dr. Nicholls, two Englishmen working in Dominica at that time, naming it as a natural phenomenon.

Falls in Dominica – There is literally a number of waterfalls in this volcanic island in the Caribbean. Some of them are hidden, while others are standing front and centre, while some are seen after some short walks from the road. Some of the more popular sites are the Middleham Falls, Titou Gorge, Trafalgar Falls (also found in Morne Trois National Park), Sari-sari Waterfall, Emerald Pool (also found in Morne Trois National Park), and many others. Most of the falls are connected to lagoons where tourists can have a dip, but many of these can only be enjoyed by hiking or trekking some distance. Although a bit strenuous by nature, just seeing these hidden precious wonders can be a wonderful experience.

Scotts Head – Scott's Head is the biggest white sand stretch in the island of Dominica, known for the Scotts Head Pinnacles and its diving sites which are vibrant and full of natural coral reefs and sea critters. Sometimes, whales and dolphins can be sighted from the Soufriere Scotts Head Marine Reserve, while other activities, such as ocean kayak and snorkelling can also be enjoyed here.

Fort Shirley – Found in Cabrits National Park, Fort Shirley is an English colonial fort and historical site in the island of Dominica. It preserves remnants of the island's tumultuous history, and serves as both a Historical and Marine Park.

How to get around within Dominica

Going around the cities can be limited through driving a car, but if you are interested in travelling through public transportation, buses and taxis are also available.

How to get there

There are two airports in Dominica, Melville Hall Airport and Canefield Airport. Most of the commercial flights land at Melville Hall, however, the airport is not able to accommodate jet aircraft. Airlines flying to the island are Seaborne Airlines, British Airways, Air France, and others. Although these are not direct flights, connections and code-share flights are plenty, so access to the island is very easy.