Duration
4:00 Hours
Activity Level
High
Experience Details*
Take an unforgettable swim in a rainforest pool at Jaco Falls and bliss out on Mero Beach.
Drink in Dominica’s stunning scenery as you cross the island to Jaco Falls. Here, you’re in nature’s own hanging gardens, with colourful plants and ferns clinging to the steep sides of the gorge. The frothy, white waterfall drops into a cool pool, edged by mossy rocks. Being immersed in the clear water, gazing up at the rainforest and listening to the cries of exotic birds is an experience not to be missed.
Mero Beach offers you paradise, with its striking dark volcanic sand and swaying palm trees. Relax on a sun lounger, float in the warm Caribbean sea and listen to the waves as you enjoy a refreshing rum or fruit punch.
At a glance*
Duration: Half day guided tour including refreshments
Activity: Moderate level of walking
Transport: By minibus and on foot
Why Book: To get close to a pretty rainforest waterfall and enjoy some beach time.
Itinerary*
>Scenic drive to Jaco Falls > Free time at Jaco Falls > Drive to Mero Beach > Free time at Mero Beach with refreshments
What's included*
Scenic drive
Panoramic tour
Refreshments
Photo opportunities
Independent exploration
Essential information
Guests are reminded to wear footwear suitable for walking over rough, uneven and wet ground. The trail to the falls is along a well maintained pathway. Please remain on designated pathways. Guests are reminded to wear swimwear, take a towel and sunscreen. There is limited shade on the beach. It is advisable to take a light rain jacket.
ACTIVITY EXCURSIONS, You and all those in your party should be aware that, in undertaking activity excursions, you will be involved in a degree of physical exertion and/or activity such as hiking, biking, snorkelling, kayaking, diving etc. By booking the excursion you confirm that you and all those in your party are in good physical and mental condition, with no history of conditions such as seizures, dizziness, fainting, heart condition, respiratory problems or back/neck problems (by way of example only). You should also ensure that no one in your party is taking medicine that carries a warning about impairment of physical or mental abilities. If you are pregnant this type of excursion may not be appropriate for you. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are fit and well enough to take part in the activities booked and you are reminded to take care for your own safety. Because of the risks associated with activity excursions, you may be asked by the excursion provider to sign a document which may affect or limit the excursion provider’s liability. Comfortable flat walking shoes are recommended.
BEACH/WATER RELATED EXCURSIONS, For any excursion involving water, passengers are reminded to exercise particular care. Alcohol and eating a full meal should be avoided before swimming. If buoyancy aids are provided for an activity they must be worn at all times. You should bear in mind that the sea is unpredictable. Lifeguards are unlikely to be present and there may not be a flag system to indicate whether or not it is safe to go in the water. In addition, beach activities may not be supervised or accompanied and so you should take care to satisfy yourself as to the safety of the beach and/or the sea at the time of your excursion. Please exercise caution when entering the sea as the seabed and aquatic environment is capable of springing surprises and we have not inspected the beach or seabed for its safety. Children must be supervised by you at all times near water. All activities on the beach, water and in the sea are undertaken at your own risk. You’ll need to take swimwear, a towel, sunscreen and flat shoes that can be worn in the water.
SCUBA DIVING, All passengers wishing to participate in a certified dive tour must hold a PADI open water scuba certification or BSAC Ocean Diver certification. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate divers with either a PADI Junior Open Water or a PADI Scuba Dive rating due to the depth limitations imposed by these qualifications. In line with the recommendations by the sports-diving industry, we strongly recommend that divers undertake a refresher course if they have not been diving within the last six months. You must be aged 15 or over, carry your dive certification card with you and we recommend that you carry your diving log or proof that you’ve recently completed a refresher course. If you are a certified diver, but are unable to meet our requirements we recommend taking the Discover Scuba excursion as an alternative. For Discover Scuba courses you don’t need any scuba experience but you must be 15 or over and be able to swim. You’ll also need to complete a medical/liability consent form before you go - but if you suffer from asthma, diabetes, heart problems or other medical conditions you won’t be able to take part. Please visit www.padi.com/padi/en/sd/whatsrequired.aspx for more information.