View the city of Roseau from a 400 foot elevation before continuing to the Botanical Gardens to see some of the world’s most exotic trees and rare birds - the Sisserou and Jaco parrots. Continue on to the village of Trafalgar and to Trafalgar Falls, one of Dominica’s most fascinating and picturesque areas. You'll have a unique view of the falls, as it cascades side by side out of deep gorges. Your guide will lead you on a 10 minute trek to the viewing platform of these majestic waterfalls.

Next, pass through the city of Roseau, traveling up the Springfield Valley to Trois Pitons National Park. You'll soon arrive at the Emerald Pool for a 15 minute trek through the rainforest to the 40 foot cascading waterfall, the Emerald Pool.

Get to know unspoiled Dominica on this exciting journey as you discover not one, but two impressive waterfalls and the famous Sulphur Springs. Board your air-conditioned transportation at the pier and head north along the west coast before turning east on the Imperial Road passing fern covered hillsides. Enjoy a clear view of citrus crops, banana plantations, and beautiful flowers along the winding road up to Pond Case and into the Morne Trois Piton National Park. Disembark your bus for a 20 minute hike along a relatively flat but uneven trail to visit the beautiful 80 foot Twin Falls. You’ll spend approximately thirty minutes here enjoying the breathtaking scenery. Take an optional refreshing dip in the cool mountain water.

Re-board your transportation and drive back along the Layou Valley road toward Roseau. Drive through Independence Street to Chez Ophelia, a homey bed and breakfast nestled on the tranquil mountainside, for a refreshing drink and restroom break. Then proceed to the village of Wotton Waven to visit the Sulphur springs. When active, these springs come alive in a spectacular bubbling motion, spewing volcanic hot water in the air. After approximately 20 minutes at the hot springs, proceed to Trafalgar Falls. Upon arrival at the base, take a 5 minute walk up the trail until you arrive at the viewing platform above the river. Enjoy the beauty of the falls cascading into a deep pool surrounded by lush green ferns. Before returning to your ship, you'll travel through the Botanical Gardens and onto Morne Bruce for a photo stop above the entire town of Roseau.

Board your bus and depart the pier passing the historic 16th century Old Market Plaza and two of the largest and oldest - 18th century churches on the island. You'll drive up to Morne Bruce for a panoramic view of the entire town of Roseau. A five minute drive will take you to the Botanical Gardens, an attractive 40 acre expansion adorned with exotic plants from every part of the tropical world. Experience a short and interesting tour in a relaxing atmosphere before you drive through the community of St. Aroment. Beautiful flora and interesting French architectural designs adorn this prestigious community.

Driving along the main coastal road you'll pass Woodbridge Bay onto Fond Cole before entering Canefield, home of one of the two airports and the main industrial area. The tour continues with a drive through Canefield East from which you will get a panoramic view of the entire industrial site and airport, before arriving at the Old Mill Cultural Center for drinks and convenience. This cultural center is one of Dominica's historic landmarks and was the island's first sugarcane processing mill and rum distillery. Today, it's a place to learn about Dominica's traditions. Performances and events including art exhibits and cultural programs take place here throughout the year.

This adventure will lead you where very few have gone before - through Dominica’s forests and underwater treasures - and will introduce you to nature at its best. View the majestic Trafalgar Waterfalls and enjoy picturesque landscapes, exotic flora and fauna and one of the greenest rainforests in the Caribbean. Then explore a local marine eco-system dotted with champagne bubbles, swim with colorful fish, and discover an assortment of coral and sponge life.

Your experience will start with a short coach ride from the pier to Roseau Valley and through rainforest stands to the majestic Trafalgar Waterfalls. Enjoy picturesque landscapes and exotic flora and fauna. Then it’s off to Champagne Reef for your orientation and where you’ll be outfitted for your snorkel experience, much like swimming in a glass of champagne and through a stream of bubbles that rises from a submerged volcanic vent in the ocean floor. See juvenile and adult fish as well as colorful sponge and coral.

Cooking Caribbean flavors and lifestyles is a culinary adventure, where you’ll learn about Dominican flavors, traditions, family lifestyles, and prepare and create traditional Caribbean dishes and fruit cocktail blends from local produce. On arrival you’ll be welcomed and greeted with a brief introduction on traditional Creole cooking. Tour the kitchen and herbal garden and see some of the herbs and spices used in local cooking. From here, you'll participate in a culinary experience and are encouraged to participate and get involved in this activity. Afterwards, feast on the dishes that you created served with Caribbean desserts, fruit and rum punches.

Your tour departs the quayside heading for historical Morne Bruce, accompanied by your experienced tour guide. Morne Bruce is an ideal vantage point from which to get a panoramic view of the entire town of Roseau. You’ll visit the Botanical Gardens to see the exotic plants and beautiful flowers. Next travel through the city for about 15 minutes before your enter Canefield Estate, the home of one of the two airports on the island and then proceed to the Emerald Pool, one of the most beautiful sites on the island, located in the heart of the lush rainforest.

Turn inland onto the Imperial Road passing fern covered hillsides along the winding road up to Pond Casse’. From Pond Casse’ you’ll drive up to Morne Trois Piton National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the Emerald Pool. The 10 minute walk along the tarish-covered trail through plants, flowers and ferns leading towards the pool is the best introduction to this tropical rain forest. It’s a small pool fed by a delicate cascade which plunges off the edge of a fern-covered cliff. You’ll enjoy the refreshing environment of this cool, crystal clear grotto. You may also take a refreshing dip, if you wish. Continue down to Coye's Place, a homely little restaurant and bar for refreshments and rest-room facilities. You’ll head back to Roseau, via the Layou Valley and the west coast villages and back to the ship.

Your excursion begins at the quayside as you join your guide for a drive through the bustling streets of Roseau, to one of Dominica’s most popular and visited attractions, Trafalgar Falls. Head out on an approximate 10 minute walk to the Layou River for your tubing adventure. Enjoy the rush of excitement as you cascade downwards and maneuver through the challenges of the bubbling rapids and descend to the calm of the pools. Feel the changing pace and moods of the meandering and twisting Layou River on this adventure.

A 30 to 40 minute drive brings you to the launch site for a safety briefing and to receive your life vest, inner tube and paddle before entering the river. You'll begin your journey, gently spinning and swirling in the current and encounter a few mild rapids along the way. Stop briefly to enjoy a popular Dominican pastime - river bathing, where you swim in the crystal waters for a few minutes before continuing down the scenic river until your exit point.

Your professional guides will ensure your comfort and safety. Back on land again, at the Hillsborough Reception Center, refreshments are served, including the famous rum punch and fresh fruit before returning to your ship.