Excursion Reef snorkeling via rib-boat tour at Roseau

Experience the #1 snorkeling hotspot in Dominica during this during this scenic and exhilarating RIB-boat excursion to Champagne Reef.

Roseau, RIB-Boat-Ride, Soufriere/Scotts Head Marine Reserve, Champagne Reef

After receiving your safety and riding instructions, embark your open-air RIB-boat and set off on your scenic and exhilarating, approximately 30-minute-ride along the rugged coastline of Dominica en route to the Soufriere/Scotts Head Marine Reserve, Upon arrival, proceed to Champagne Reef, Dominica's premier diving and snorkeling site, and one of the top five snorkeling sites in the Caribbean. Champagne Reef was named after the gasses from underwater geothermal springs that are vented in the form of thousands of warm bubbles, and give you the feeling of swimming through a giant glass of champagne.

Guided Snorkeling, Marine Life, Sponges, Lobsters, Parrot Fish, Turtles, 17th-Century Shipwreck

Upon arrival at Champagne Reef, receive your safety and snorkeling instructions, and be outfitted with snorkeling gear. Your reef snorkeling tour is led by a professional PADI-certified dive master who briefs you on the correct use of your gear, and what you are likely to see and experience once in the water. Expect to view a myriad of marine life, including sponges, lobster, parrot fish, and a resident population of Hawksbill and green turtles. You may also see sea horses and the remains of a 17th-century Spanish shipwreck, including the cannons and chain links. After your snorkelling session, sit back and relax with a refreshing rum punch or cold water, and commence the approximately 30-minute ride back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Roseau, RIB-Boat-Ride, Rugged Dominica Coastline, Submerged Volcano, Champagne Reef, Guided Snorkelling, Coral Beds, Tropical Fish, Marine Life, Refreshments

Note

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of activity and a minimal amount of walking, at times over uneven surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to embark/disembark the RIB-boat. This tour is recommended for active guests who are in good physical condition, and able to swim and snorkel in water too deep to stand. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guest with neck and/or back problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory conditions, guests prone to seasickness, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear a swimsuit under a cover-up with beach or water shoes, and bring sun protection, raingear, a towel, bottled water, and US Dollars, local currency, or credit cards for purchases from the ship; business shoes and high-heels are not permitted on this tour. Expect to get wet during this tour. Bring waterproof protective clothing. Guests must be at least 12 years old to participate on this tour; minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years old. Guests must be at least 21 years old to consume alcoholic beverages. Guests may not snorkel if they have consumed alcohol. Guests weighing over 200 pounds (about 90 kilograms) cannot participate on this tour. There is no restroom on board the RIB-boat. All snorkeling gear is provided. Waterproof cameras are highly-recommended. Although frequently encountered on this type of tour, fish and marine life sightings are not guaranteed. Driving speeds are always according to weather conditions and passenger capabilities. A signed waiver is required to participate on this tour. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. This tour may be cancelled at the last minute, and without prior notice, at the discretion of the captain. The tour sequence and routes may vary.