About Dominica

Dominica is located 15 degrees North latitude and 61 degrees West longitude. The island sits midway along the Eastern Caribbean archipelago, just a few miles from Martinique to the south and Guadeloupe to the north.

Known as “The Nature Island,” Dominica’s tropical rainforests cover two-thirds of the island, and are home to 1,200 plant species and more than 170 species of birds – the Sisserou Parrot (Amazona Imperialis) being the national bird. Rivers, lakes, streams, and waterfalls abound, fed by the island’s high annual rainfall. Its volcanic physique points to extensive geothermal activity – even underwater. The Morne Trois Pitons National Park was the first UNESCO World Heritage Site in the eastern Caribbean.

The island is sparsely populated with 70,000 people inhabiting its 289 square miles. Its coastline measures 148 kilometers (92 miles). A significant portion of the population lives in and around the capital city of Roseau. About 80% of the population is Roman Catholic. English is the official language, spoken with a melodic French lilt, but a large portion of the population speaks French Creole.

Dominica is an escape for divers with its pristine and stunning underwater scenery; an adventure for nature lovers, explorers and hikers with 300 miles of trails traversing the island through many parts of the rainforest; a playground for the eclectic with a diverse and celebrated culture and heritage shared by the warm, festive and unassuming residents.