Dominica has a path through its environmental wonderland for both adventurers and novice explorers. Many of the hikes are best led by an experienced guide as the trails criss cross through rivers and dense rainforest. The precipitous mountains, vibrant scenery and craggy canyons of the island's interior are cloned undersea. Dominica rates high among diving destinations worldwide. Wall dives, drop-offs, pinnacles, warm bubbling 'champagne rocks', huge stands of colorful soft corals and sponges can be seen.
Many reefs lie a short distance from the beach.
The calm blue Caribbean waters of the west coast, particularly in Soufriere in the south, are inviting for sea kayaking excursions. The mountain biking opportunities are numerous ranging from easy to arduous and always picturesque. Whales visit the Island almost year round and can be seen from the shoreline or out on boats. Short finned Pilot whales and the giant Sperm whales are regularly seen December through March, while the Humpbacks also migrate past the Island. Spinner, Fraser and Bottlenose dolphins are regularly spotted on the Caribbean coast.