Off the beaten track in Dominica

Blessed with nature, Dominica has a lot to offer to the venturesome keen on exploring its lush tropical forests. With its rich tropical rainforests, nature seems to be in plenty on this island. You can explore the bounties of this island through several walks & trails here that allow you to get acquainted with the natural richness of the island.

Famous Trails Kent Gilbert Trail A newly cut route which is less strenuous and is 4-5 miles long. It starts at La Plaine, at the eastern side of Morne Trois Pitons National Park, and passes through Sari Sari Falls, in the valley behind the village of La Plaine, and Boli Falls, which comprises of 3 waterfalls with gorgeous pools.

Syndicate Nature Trail
Located at 1800 ft. above sea level and at the foothills of Morne Diablotin (the tallest mountain of the island at the Northern forest reserve) this is the easiest of all trails. It stretches up to a distance of a mile and is covered in less than an hour. As it passes through rainforests, walkers get a glimpse of the endangered “Sisserou” and “Jacquot” parrots.

Middleham Falls Trail
Two trails reach these magnificent waterfalls, one from village Cochrane and another from Laudat. They cover 950 acres of lush rainforests. The trail from Cochrane, at the eastern side of Canefield airport, passes through Old Mill Cultural Center at Canefield. Though the trail gets strenuous midway, people relax by taking a bath in the blue pool in the middle of the forests, after reaching the Middleham Falls.

Do’s and Don’ts
It is recommended that you travel with a guide.
Always carry enough drinking water.
Do make sure to have all the travel essentials like- trekking boots, long pants, first-aid kit, and food etc.
Do not pluck any flower or natural object.
For experienced hikers only and a guide is a must.