Dominica's "Nature Island" is the Diving and Hiking Capitol of the Caribbean Alps, at 5,000 feet. Many parts of the island run up and down, rather left and right! Habitat of the indigenous and endangered Sisserou and Jaco parrots, plants and flowers rule in the rainforest where there are few insects and no poisonous snakes.

This unspoiled paradise of mountains, lakes, waterfalls, and breathtaking scenery is as spectacular under water as above. Healthy marine life, dramatic drop-offs, coral reefs, wrecks and 100 foot windowpane visibility, for both the novice and experienced diver, are equal to any diving in the Caribbean.

Tourism is in its infancy, so you will get a chance to discover an island rich in natural and cultural resources, yet basically untouched by traditional leisure travel.

• Our 5-15 mile day hikes wind us up old plantation roads and rain forests trails to impressive waterfalls and hotsprings. Some of the falls have hot volcanic mineral water that blends with cool springs, creating a massaging Jacuzzi in carved-out rock basins - nature’s own beauty treatment.
• Challenge yourself on a three-hour uphill trek tot he rim of a 4,700 foot volcano, through the Valley of Desolation, ending at the world’s second largest boiling lake.
• Swim in a subterranean river that runs through a cathedral-sized cave into the throat of a mountain!
• Dive in the shallow "Hot Springs" where you can see and feel "champagne" hot water bubbling from the sand and under sea ledges.
• Experience early morning yoga and magnificent sunsets cooled by the soft Caribbean tradewinds.
• Afternoons, choose from snorkeling, scuba-diving, sailing, tennis, a rowboat ride through winding mangrove-fringed river and shopping for artifacts in the Carib Indian village.

Our accommodations include: A Beach Hotel, Tennis and Dive Center surrounded by lush gardens and pathways, fragrant with tropical flowers. Each bedroom has a Private balcony overlooking the glittering sea.

During the course of the trip (or after), explore the beauty of underwater treasures offered in this luscious tropical paradise. PADI diving courses are offered daily for the beginner to advanced: A four/five hour Resort Course, a four-day Certification Course and scheduled daily dives.