InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa Destination

Immerse yourself in the waterways of the Indian River, made famous by scenes from the Pirates of the Caribbean. This hidden gem creates a captivating display of greenery surrounded by ancient trees and exotic birds. We invite you on a boat ride to learn the secrets of the river told by the locals.

Move to the hypnotic rhythms of the annual Jazz & Creole Festival, a joyful fusion of jazz music, creole culture, and mouthwatering island cuisine. Local and international musicians converge at Fort Shirley in Cabrits National Park, right next to our resort.

Up for a challenging hike? Head up to Boiling Lake, the second-largest hot lake in the world. A 6.5-mile trail leads through Morne Trois Titons National Park to a flooded crack in the earth’s crust heated by the molten magma below. It’s one of Dominica’s most magnificent and Insta-ready sites.

Our resort is on the edge of Cabrits National Park, 1,313 acres of lush tropical forest, stunning coral reefs, sweeping wetlands, and breathtaking sea views. Footpaths lead you into the park’s dense canopy and to historic Fort Shirley, the Caroni Bird Sanctuary, and the Cabrits Dive Center.

Dominica’s capital is the island’s beating heart. Dotted with graceful French Colonial and West Indian architecture, the small city is framed by lush mountains and turquoise Caribbean waters. Browse its bustling streets and visit its Botanical Gardens, a center of conservation research.

Known to locals as Mother and Father, these twin waterfalls enchant and captivate with their magical beauty. To reach them, it’s a 10-15 minute walk on a well-worn path near Roseau. Take a refreshing swim in the pool of the short falls, or find the hot spring at the tall falls for a relaxing soak.

Off the southern tip coast, explore the rainbow-colored seascape of Champagne Reef, one of the world’s best snorkeling and scuba diving spots. Named for the bubbling thermal springs on the ocean floor, this marine treasure is home to colorful sponges, water lilies, octopi, seahorses, and eels.

Dominica is the only nation that sperm whales call home all year long. The deep turquoise waters off the western coast prove year after year to be the most reliable place to see whales in the Caribbean. Go out to experience of these massive mammals during a thrilling expedition with trained guides.