Sand & Sea Dominica - Inaugural Tour 

Day 1: Hello Dominica & Welcome Dinner

Arrive at Douglas Charles Airport & enjoy a scenic drive around the north coast as you are transported to your hotel. Sip on a tropical refreshing drink while you are escorted to your apartment. Settle in and explore the surrounding area before meeting your fellow travelers at your welcome dinner this evening. Dinner Included 

Day 2: Hodges Beach, Chocolate Factory & Gin Distillery

Our first exciting full day in Dominica will start by taking us on a scenic drive to Calibishie. 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! 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 Hodges Beach, a stunning golden sand beach. Today ends with a refreshing Afternoon swim at Chaudiere Pool, a natural swimming hole carved out of grey rock and surrounded by rainforest. Breakfast Included             

Day 3: Coastline Boat Ride & Purple Turtle Beach Day

After Breakfast, meet the boat captain on the west coast for an enjoyable coastal sea day. Bring your bathing suit and don’t forget our sunblock because we are headed to a secret beach for a relaxing swim after searching for whales and dolphins. Sit back and enjoy the view of the breathtaking coastline, beaches, mountains, valleys and ridges. This boat ride takes us to fantastic locations to spot whales, dolphins and seabirds.  Sperm Whales reside off Dominica shores all year long and today you’re able to look for these gigantic mammals. 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. After our boat ride, you’ll be able to swim and relax at a beautiful golden sand beach called Purple Turtle. Eat a lovely lunch on the beach while looking out into the horizon. You can do a little swimming or just lie on the beach, drink in hand, or do some exploring in this quaint and cozy area. Breakfast Included   

Day 4: Mero Beach, Trafalgar Falls & TiTou Gorge

After breakfast, we will begin the ride to Roseau Valley to visit Trafalgar Falls, also known as mama & papa falls. The tallest waterfall on the left is “papa” at 125 ft. and the one on the right is “mama” at 75 ft. Take your shoes off and relax in the river before we head to TiTou Gorge. Once at Ti Tou Gorge, you will get a chance to swim in the same location where a part of the movie Pirates of the Caribbean was filmed.  After the hike, we will sit down for a tasty local lunch and relax before our snorkel adventure at Champagne Reef.  This is a special reef that makes you feel as if you’re swimming in a glass of champagne. The bubbles are created by the volcanic vents lying just below the sea floor. Grab your snorkel and go check out all the colorful fish that live here! On our way back to Picard, we will stop at Mero Beach to spend the rest of the day. There are restaurants on site, so grab a tropical drink and enjoy the sounds of the ocean! Breakfast Included / Lunch Included / Dinner Included 

Day 5: Bird Watching, Milton Falls & Douglas Bay Beach

Bring 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 before we end our day at a relaxing and picturesque beach called Douglas Bay Beach. You can do a little snorkeling, lounge around in the water, have a drink at a nearby restaurant or do some exploring in this quaint and cozy area. Breakfast Included   

Day 6: Exotic Fruit Garden, River Tubing & Kalinago Culture

Get ready for breakfast in the rainforest before visiting an exotic fruit garden in Marigot. Discover the secrets of tropical fruit farming before indulging in a taste of the tropics with garden to plate exotic fruit.  After breakfast, we are going to glide down the Pagua River on our inner tubes. On this adventure we will meander down the river listening to the tropical sounds of the rainforest. Don’t forget your water camera because it will be a great photo op. After our tubing experience, we will go on a short rainforest hike before eating a delicious riverside lunch. Next, we will be going to Kalinago Barana Aute, a model village set in the Kalinago Territory. The Kalinago, once referred to as the Caribs, have a deep-rooted history in Dominica. We will learn a bit about their culture, heritage and traditional way of life. We will also learn about Kalinago history in Dominica as we watch traditional methods of basket weaving with Larouma Reeds, baking cassava bread and canoe building. This cultural experience will also include a special dinner of traditional Caribbean mixed with authentic Kalinago dishes. Breakfast Included / Lunch Included 

Day 7: Scotts Head, Kayak & Bubble Beach

We will go south this morning with a coastal drive towards the southern tip of Dominica. Scotts Head, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Caribbean Sea, stands over the Soufriere Marine Reserve. This lookout point will give us 360-degree views of the southern mountains, Soufriere village, the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. Next, we will get ready for our kayaking adventure which will take us to a scenic little beach for a fish cookout and a bit of snorkeling to get a look at all of the colorful fish. On our way back to Picard, we will stop at Bubble Beach, a geothermal phenomenon happening right under the ocean floor. Breakfast Included / Lunch Included / Dinner Included 

Day 8: Bwa Neff Falls, Toucari Bay & Number 1 Beach

Start the day with an invigorating 20-minute hike to one of the more secluded yet awe inspiring waterfall in Dominica, Bwa Nef Falls. This waterfall can be so powerful, it can literally take your breath away the closer you get to it. We will head to Toucari Bay after stopping to spend some time at Number One Beach, where the ocean collides with a river. Hope by now you’re hungry because we are on our way to having a tasty lunch at a locally owned restaurant with beach-front views.  We will be spending the remainder of the day at the beach looking out at the beautiful aqua marine colored ocean at this beach spot restaurant in the north. Breakfast Included / Lunch Included      

Day 9: Horseback on the Beach & Explore Portsmouth

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, take a rowboat up the Indian River 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
• 17 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
• 9 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.