Nature Hikes & Tropical Delights - Inaugural Tour 

Day 1: Hello Dominica & Welcome Dinner

Arrive at Douglas Charles Airport where your transport driver will be waiting for you. Sit back and enjoy the ride around the north coast on this scenic drive to your hotel. Settle in, unpack & explore the surrounding area before you meet your fellow explorers at the welcome dinner later tonight. Dinner Included 

Day 2: Bird Watching, Milton Falls & Purple Turtle Beach

Grab your binoculars cause we’re off to search for the endemic and critically endangered Sisserou Parrot with the birding specialist of Dominica, Dr. Birdy! The Amazona Imperialis is a colorful parrot that lives only in the Canopy of Dominica and is also the national bird as it is represented on the Flag. We will also be on the lookout for the Jaco Parrot, another endemic bird of Dominica, as well as other birds, such as the Blue Headed Hummingbird, the Antillian Crested Hummingbird, and the Roufus Throated Solitaire. After our bird-watching adventure, a beautiful waterfall awaits us, Milton Falls, standing over 100ft. Get out your cameras and snap some selfies in front of this magnificent waterfall. After lunch, our quest for today brings us to Fort Shirley, located in Cabrits National Park. Learn about the history within the walls of Fort Shirley, an old garrison built in the 18th century, where many revolts took place for control over the island and fights for freedom. The rest of the day will be spent at the beach listening to the lulling sounds of the Caribbean Sea before sunset. Breakfast Included / Lunch Included / Dinner Included        

Day 3: Caribbean Cooking Class & Champagne Reef

This morning, we are heading to Giraudel, a village known for its flower growers and annual flower shows. Our morning Caribbean cooking class will teach the basics of preparing and cooking a Caribbean delicacy using locally sourced fresh herbs and spices. The best part? Afterwards we eat what we cook on the beautiful scenic balcony overlooking the ocean! In the afternoon we will go snorkeling at Champagne Reef, which gets its name from the many volcanically active fumaroles, making it seem as if you’re snorkeling in a champagne bottle. Try to find as many colorful fish as you can before relaxing on the beach with a tropical drink in hand. Before we go back to the hotel, we’ll stop at the botanical gardens and take a stroll up Jacks Walk to the top of Morne Bruce lookout where you’ll get panoramic views overlooking Roseau. Breakfast Included / Lunch Included / Dinner Included 

Day 4: Whale Watching, Scotts Head & Bubble Beach

We will drive south this morning with west coast scenic views towards the southern tip of Dominica. Scotts Head, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Caribbean Sea, sits over the Soufriere Marine Reserve. This lookout point will give us 360-degree views of the southern mountains, Scotts Head village, the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. On the way to our whale watching adventure, we will stop at Bubble Beach, a geothermal phenomenon happening right under the ocean floor. We will stop for lunch at a beautiful restaurant overlooking the ocean before getting on the whale watching boat. Sperm Whales reside off Dominica shores all year long and today you’re going to try to spot at least one. You may also see humpback whales, Pilot Whales, Pantropical Spotted Dolphins and Bottlenose Dolphins just to name a few. Don’t forget the fish! Keep your eye out for the many fish that also reside here such as Yellowfin, Marlin and Tarpon. Some very large fish have been caught in these waters by local village fisherman. Breakfast Included / Lunch Included / Dinner Included 

Day 5: Chaudiere Pool, Red Rocks & Gin Distillery

Today starts with a refreshing morning swim at Chaudiere Pool, a natural swimming hole carved out of grey rock surrounded by rainforest before our chocolate experience. Once at Pointe Baptiste Chocolate Factory, we will learn how chocolate is produced from bean to bar right here in Dominica using locally sourced cocoa beans. Sample the different flavors of chocolate such as ginger, hot pepper or lemongrass chocolate before we head over to Red Rocks. It is an amazing and other worldly experience that makes you feel as if you have just stepped onto Mars! These oxidized geological formations that protrude into the ocean also have caves that you can explore, so make sure not to miss this! Next, we will be stopping at a local Gin Distillery to learn how it is made using Dominica’s Natural Botanicals such as cinnamon, cocoa & nutmeg before going to relax at Number One Beach, where the ocean collides with a river. Breakfast Included   

Day 6: Kalinago Heritage Village, L’Escalier Tete Chein & Emerald Pool

The Kalinago, once referred to as the Caribs, have a deep-rooted history in Dominica. Upon arrival in the Kalinago Territory of Dominica, we are going to meet our Kalinago guide & representative who will share a bit of their culture, heritage and traditional way of life. We will also learn a bit of the Kalinago history in Dominica as we watch and participate in traditional methods of basket weaving, baking cassava bread, canoe building. This cultural experience will also include seeing a few other sights within the Kalinago Territory as well as a special dinner of traditional Caribbean mixed with authentic Kalinago dishes. Before dinner, we will unwind and relax under the canopy of the Emerald Pool. Breakfast Included / Lunch Included / Dinner Included 

Day 7: Freshwater Lake Hike, TiTou Gorge & Warm Mineral Pools

After breakfast, we head to Roseau Valley. First, we will visit Freshwater Lake, located within Morne Trois Piton National Park. This is a great place to check out different types of flora and fauna since it is a protected, UNESCO world heritage site. The lake is located 2,500 ft. above sea level with amazing picture worthy views. Next, we will go to TiTou Gorge and have an invigorating swim to a waterfall where a part of the movie Pirates of the Caribbean was filmed. After Lunch, we will finish our day in a relaxing warm mineral pool in the village of Wotton Waven, where we will get to enjoy some of the geothermal gifts Dominica has to offer us. It’s a spa day in nature! Breakfast included / Lunch included / Dinner Included 

Day 8: River Tubing, Spanny Falls & Douglas Bay Beach

After breakfast, experience the rainforest from another viewpoint by gliding down the Pagua River. Get on your inner tube, drink in hand, and let’s go! On this adventure we will meander down the river listening to the tropical sounds of the rainforest. Don’t forget your waterproof camera! Our next stop will be Spanny Falls before we head off to Douglas Bay Beach to soak up some sun and sip on some rum, don’t forget to bring your sunglasses! Breakfast included / Lunch included  

Day 9: Horseback Riding, Explore Portsmouth & Beach

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before going horseback riding! The horses will lead us to Purple Turtle Beach before riding into Prince Rupert Bay.   The rest of the day will be free to explore Portsmouth, browse for souvenirs, try tasty dishes at nearby restaurants or relax & swim at the beach. Spend your time however you want and enjoy your last day, your way. Later, we will go back to the hotel to get ready for our farewell dinner. Breakfast Included / Dinner Included 

Day 10: Goodbye Dominica!

Today concludes our experience together but hopefully you come back soon to enjoy another one of our tours and discover more hidden gems in Dominica! Breakfast Included

Douglas-Charles Airport, Marigot

Ferry Terminal, Roseau or Portsmouth

We will send you a packing list

• Hotel Accommodations
• On-site Tour Leader
• Activity Transportation 
• Tour Activities
• Airport Transfers
• Site Passes & Fees
• 22 Meals

• Airfare
• Transportation to Places NOT Listed on Itinerary
• Fees NOT Listed in Itinerary
• Activities NOT Listed on Itinerary
• Travel Insurance
• Personal Use Items
• Departure Tax
• 6 Meals

CHANGES AND CANCELLATIONS

Changes by Participants

Since changes are considered canceled services, additional cancellation penalties may apply. Changes are subject to additional hotel charges based on availability and may incur additional fees. Changes to airfare are subject to the carrier’s Terms and Conditions and are not the obligation of FFCT. 

If you are unable to complete the tour due to an inability to maintain the speed necessary to keep up with the tour group of participants, or due to any physical limitation, there shall be no refunds owed if you are unable or prevented from completing the tour. 

Cancellation

As described above, FFCT is required to pay certain suppliers well in advance of your tour date.  This includes but is not limited to hotel accommodations, meals, entrance fees, transportation, etc. All suppliers have their own cancellation policies, which apply to your booking.  Should a cancellation become necessary, please inform FFCT immediately in writing and request a written confirmation of your cancellation. Upon receipt, FFCT will follow industry procedures for any applicable refunds as outlined in the supplier’s terms and conditions and subject to their review.  If you are entitled to a refund, please note that the supplier is responsible for this refund, not FFCT.  Likewise, we are not responsible for a supplier’s failure to pay a refund, their insolvency or bankruptcy. 

In addition to the terms of our suppliers, refunds for any monies paid to FFCT will be refundable for cancellations per the cancellation table below, less any non-refundable payments/deposits made by FFCT to our Suppliers.  Also deducted from the net refundable amount will be any adjustments for room rate changes created by the cancellation (i.e., double to single, etc.) NO REFUNDS, for any reason will be paid for cancellations received 45 days or less from the departure date.

Since FFCT will pay certain deposits and costs to suppliers prior to the date of travel, FFCT will assess the following cancellation charges as follows:

If the reason for cancellation is covered under the terms of your travel protection plan you may be able to reclaim these charges, for this reason FFCT requires the purchase of a travel protection plan including additional “cancel for any reason” coverage.

Airline tickets are governed by the air carriers’ terms, and we are not responsible for any air carrier’s decision regarding refund.

Cancellation or Changes by FFCT

We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule any departure for any reason. If we cancel, except in the case of a force majeure event, we will offer alternate arrangements.  We may at our sole discretion offer travel vouchers or refunds in accordance with the cancellation schedule above.  Participants are responsible for any additional costs for air tickets or other travel arrangements not made by us.

If between planning time and/or during actual travel, circumstances require changes, FFCT and its suppliers, reserve the right to cancel or vary any itinerary and substitute components of any tour, including but not limited to hotels and accommodations of comparable quality, if air schedule or surface transportation charges, security matters, and/or other events make such alterations necessary. Suppliers may substitute transportation equipment depending on any variety of factors, including the volume of passengers on the tour. FFCT cannot be held responsible for any closures, necessary itinerary changes, or curtails for any reason. These changes will not be considered material changes and will not be considered cause for cancellation by the participant. Normal cancellation penalties still apply to the tour that has been changed.

NO REFUND FOR UNUSED ARRANGEMENTS.  As FFCT prices are based on contract rates, there will not be any refund for any unused portion of a travel booking. If you cancel while the tour is in progress, there is no refund for the unused portion.