Nov 21, 2024
- Edna Kallon
- Mar 1, 2021
- 3 min read
Updated: Apr 7, 2021
The beaches in Dominica are intimate, have character and stunning beauty. During my 68 days on the island, I went to as many as possible. With 17 beaches on the island, there is literally a beach for anyone except – “officially” – nudists. I do not have the confidence to strip down to my birthday suit in public so, I can’t recommend which ones of the secluded and off-the-grid beaches is worth the risk if caught. I will tell you of my four favorite beaches.
Hugged into a secluded cove, Secret Beach has fine soft golden sand and stunning clear turquoise waters. This beach is accessible only by sea. The first time I visited, I took the 20 EC (about 8 USD), 10-minute boat ride from the start of the Indian River. As the boat roared through the ocean in the opposite direction from the Indian River, I wondered where we were going. Making a slight left after a peninsula protruding into the sea, the view approaching this hidden beach was a scene worthy of a movie.
Nestled on the coast of a small fishing village on the northwest side of the island is Toucari Beach, a beach with volcanic gray sand and postcard perfect blue water. The first time at Toucari Beach, I spent the whole day there. I chilled on the warm beach, took an adventurous boat ride to a small cave, and had two delicious meal at Keepin’ it Real. The sunsets were amazing. The dock, extending out into the sea, is a great place to sit on, dangle you feet into the water from, and watch the day turn to night.
Crescent-shaped with towering coconut trees, gentle breeze and secluded feel, Batibou beach exudes peace and relaxation. I was told that Batibou beach is also a great beach to snorkel at. I would not know, unfortunately. During my trip to this beach, shortly after spreading my towel on the sand and laying on my back, I drifted off into a nap that I still think of fondly.
FYIs
As the surrounding land is privately owned, there is a $5 fee charged at the entrance.
If you have a 4 Wheel Drive (4WD) you can take the rugged road directly to the beach itself. If you do not have a 4WD or the barrier at the entry is down, you can park your car at the entrance and make the 20-minute walk to the beach.
Off the shore of Soufriere and Scotshead, the two villages are next to each other, is a Marine reserve. It is the best snorkeling and diving site on the island. I did over 20 amazing scuba dives within the reserve and, except for one, had fantastic dives. The view of Soufriere village and the rolling hills from the boat while headed out to a dive site is majestic. Make sure to look back!
In the evening as the sun sets on a good weather day, renting a paddle board from Nature Island Dive in Soufriere and going out on the water is a must. See for yourself; click the play button below.
Ever wonder how it will feel like swimming in champagne? At Champagne beach, the beach right before Soufriere beach, you can swim in bubbles.. Yes, bubbles! At some spots in the waters there is a constant stream of bubbles rising to the surface from volcanic vents in the sea. Dominica has nine not-to-worry-about active volcanos. Seeing the bubbles pop out of the ocean floor and feeling the tiny tickles against my skin brought to life my rich auntie fantasies of swimming in champagne sansthe taste. Want to see the bubbles? Click the play button below.
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