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Dominica / Day Sails/Boat Trips

By Stephen Thorpe

The island  is not a recognised yachting centre owing mainly to its rugged coastline and limited shelter and most sailboat traffic flits between Martinique and Guadeloupe skirting Dominica's west coast.

Boat trips on Dominica include:

The Dominica Marine Center, Roseau - It has a 20x20 feet dock, moorings for 100 boats up to 40 feet with 17 feet depth, a full chandlery, information and charter operations; they also conduct whale and dolphin watching trips on widespan catamarans, full day offshore and half day inshore fishing charters.

Indian River Boat Trips - Start at the bridge just south of Portsmouth, an inland boat ride up the lower stretches of the river is a gentle diversion with a rustic bar the final goal after a mile. A running commentary on fauna and flora from the local boat owners is informative but avoid going if the cruise ship is in town.

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When to go and weather

Looking for inspiration?

  1. Appreciate the urban history and fabric of Roseau on the Historic Walking Tour
  2. Trek Morne Bruce beside the Botanical Gardens for spectacular views
  3. Scuba dive or go whale watching for once in a lifetime memories
  4. Hike to the Boiling Lake along the Waitukubuli Trail
  5. Ride down Indian River, through Portsmouth, to the Cabrits National Park

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