Dominica: Champagne Reef, Ti-Tou Gorge & Hot Springs
Five stops in one day: Dominica's reef, gorge, falls and sulfur springs
You snorkel an underwater volcano, swim up a movie-set gorge with a life jacket, hike to twin waterfalls, eat lunch in a botanical garden, and soak in a natural hot spring. Transport, snorkeling gear, lunch, and drinks are included. The day is designed with cruise passengers in mind, so it fits a short stay on the island.
Step-by-step itinerary
Dominica shore-side fun and nature tour
- Drive through Roseau colonial site
- Snorkel at Champagne Reef
- Swim at Ti-Tou Gorge
- Hike to Trafalgar Falls
- Relax at Tia Hot Springs
- Visit Botanical Gardens and have lunch
- Pass through collapsed volcano crater
- Champagne Reef Entry included 1h
- Dominica Botanic Gardens Entry included 45m
- Trafalgar Falls Entry included 45m
What’s included
Your day includes air-conditioned transport through Roseau, snorkeling equipment and life jacket at Champagne Reef, a guided swim up Ti-Tou Gorge, a hike to Trafalgar Falls, lunch and drinks at the Dominica Botanic Gardens, and a soak in the natural hot sulfur springs at Watten Waven. Soda, bottled water, and Tiffany's Famous Rum Punch are provided throughout.
Times
- Every day 09:00
Before you book
Operated by Waitukubuli Adventure Tour Co
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The experience
There's something about standing at the edge of water that doesn't quite look like water: Champagne Reef bubbles up from an underwater volcano, and the first thing you notice is the fizz against your skin. You're snorkeling in what looks like a glass of sparkling wine, and it's real enough that you have to touch it to believe it. The reef sits off Dominica's coast, and the snorkeling equipment is already waiting for you when you arrive. After that, the day moves fast.
Ti-Tou Gorge is where the real swim happens. You swim into a narrow canyon carved by water, rock walls rising on both sides, and the gorge narrows as you go deeper. It's one of the spots where Pirates of the Caribbean was filmed. A life jacket is required for the swim and is provided. The water is cold and clear, and the gorge opens up into a pool where you can float and look straight up at the sky. After you climb back out and dry off, there's a short drive to Trafalgar Falls, the twin waterfalls that sit in the island's interior. A ten-minute hike gets you there, and the falls drop into a pool you can wade into if you want.
Lunch happens at the Dominica Botanic Gardens, where the Sisserou Parrot, the national bird, lives in the trees around you. The packed lunch comes with fruit and snacks, and there's Tiffany's Famous Rum Punch if you want it. After you eat, you head to Watten Waven for the hot springs. Tia Hot Springs is a natural sulfur spa pool, and the water is warm and mineral-rich. The sulfur will stain light-colored swimwear, so wear something dark. The whole day moves through Roseau, the French colonial capital, and ends with a drive back to the ship or your hotel. You'll be wet most of the day, that's the point, so pack a change of clothes and bring a towel.
Is this one for you?Book this if you're docked in Dominica for a short port day and want to see the island's five main natural attractions without arranging transport, entry fees, or timing yourself. The fixed itinerary is what makes all five stops fit into one day.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 12).
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
Do I need to know how to snorkel?
No. Snorkeling equipment is provided. If you're not comfortable in open water, this tour may not be the best fit.
What if I can't swim?
The tour involves multiple water activities: snorkeling, gorge swimming, and wading at falls and hot springs. It's not recommended for travelers who don't swim in open water.
Is the gorge swim difficult?
It's a swim up a narrow gorge. A life jacket is required and provided. The tour is suitable for all fitness levels.
What should I wear?
Bring a dark-colored swimsuit (sulfur stains light colors), water shoes or sandals, and a change of clothes. Avoid white or very light bathing suits.
Is lunch included?
Yes. A packed lunch with fruit and snacks is provided at the Dominica Botanic Gardens. Tiffany's Famous Rum Punch and bottled water are also included.
What's included in the price?
Snorkeling equipment, life jacket, air-conditioned transport, packed lunch, drinks, and entry to all five attractions.
Can pregnant travelers go?
This tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers.
What if I have a food allergy?
Notify the operator in advance. Meals may contain or touch common allergens such as wheat and gluten, peanuts and tree nuts, fish and shellfish, eggs, dairy and soy. Bring any required allergy medication.
Dominica: Champagne Reef, Ti-Tou Gorge & Hot Springs
5h 30m · EN
from US$ 115 per person
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