Tourism

Where is Dominica Located?

Sitting halfway along the Eastern Caribbean archipelago, Dominica island country is located just a few miles from Martinique to the south and Guadeloupe to the north. Stretching 751 km² (290 square miles), the island boasts 148 km (91 miles) of coastal line. Dominica’s official name is the Commonwealth of Dominica, which is mostly referenced in official communications and to distinguish the island from the Dominican Republic, its northerly Caribbean sister.

What is Dominica Island Known for?

Land and Climate: The Commonwealth of Dominica is known as the ‘Nature Island of the Caribbean’ due to its wide variety of flora and fauna and extensive natural park system, boasting a remarkably unspoiled natural beauty. Dominica is home to the world’s second-largest thermally active lake and boasts hot and cold sulfur springs with healing properties. Dominica is home to the Caribbean’s highest peaks, namely Morne Diablotins, which stands at 1,447m high. There are many waterfalls and lakes and 365 rivers. Dominica is also a largely popular location for hiking, scuba diving, and whale watching.

The climate is tropical and the terrain rugged and much of the island is covered in rainforest. Average daytime temperatures generally vary from 26°C in January to 32°C in June but temperatures dipping to 13°C on the highest peaks are not uncommon.

Air and Sea

Dominica has two airports: Douglas-Charles Airport (formerly known as Melville Hall International Airport) (DOM) and Canefield (DCF) Airports.

Douglas-Charles Airport is the larger of the two and most visitors to Dominica will arrive through this airport which accommodates commercial airlines. Canefield Airport, located 15 minutes from the capital city of Roseau, is only 3,100 ft long and is suitable for chartered flights and private jets. Douglas-Charles Airport which is located in the north-eastern side of the island is approximately one hour from the capital city, Roseau.

International flights from the US and Europe are connected to the island through hubs in Antigua (ANU), Barbados (BGI), St. Maarten (SXM), Puerto Rico (SJU), Guadeloupe (PTP), and Martinique (FDF).