Trafalgar Falls
Trafalgar Falls
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Two spectacular waterfalls, Mother and Father, which you can climb around and have their rainbow encircle you.
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- Curious556293016402 contributionsAmazing fallsSuch a wonderful experience. Ten minute walk to get to the view. Amazing site. Reasonably priced. We took a cold dip in one of the pools then climbed to to top with a tour guide to get to the hot springs. It was an experience to remember. The tour guide cost more but it is a must do activity.Visited December 2023Travelled with familyWritten December 21, 2023
- Travel L16 contributionsThe most beautiful waterfall in Dominica.This was the best of the 4 waterfalls we visited in Dominica. In reality it is a double waterfall. You have to pay an entrance fee to access it, but the trail is short and easy, although there is no place to swim or bath unlike other waterfalls in Dominica such as Jacko or Emerald Pool. It is definitely a visit not to be missed.Visited December 2023Travelled with familyWritten January 4, 2024
- simon tNottingham, United Kingdom190 contributionsBeatiful waterfallsA beautiful spot with stunning views of the falls from the viewing platform. The hike from the car park is quite short (10-15 minutes), but the steps are quite steep and slippery in places, and not suitable for those with mobility issues. The path and viewing platform were also very busy with cruise ship tours, although that did not detract from the beauty of the place.Visited January 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten January 28, 2024
- Donald JBellingham, Washington972 contributionsLots of water on a secluded islandNice drive to the falls with a local tour operator, steep narrow roads with interesting trees and plants along the way. Falls are an easy ten minute hike on a maintained trail. Two falls side by side are at the end with good photo opportunities.Visited February 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten February 1, 2024
- RandyRossRidgetown, Canada12,749 contributionsBeautiful Falls but Lots of StairsWe visited Trafalgar Falls as part of our tour of Dominica. Trafalgar Falls are a pair of twin waterfalls nestled within the Morne Trois Pitons National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The trail leads to a viewing platform, where one can view both the Mama (Mother) Falls (standing at approximately 75 feet or 23 meters) and the Papa (Father) Falls (slightly taller at around 125 feet or 38 meters). The falls come from different ponds at the top but merge into a single stream at the bottom. The trail is paved and a nice walk but there are a lot of stairs. It is not too bad of a hike for someone who is fit but not recommended for anyone with mobility issues of any kind.Visited February 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten May 3, 2024
- BigMerkGlasgow, United Kingdom2,709 contributionsWell worth the short walk and stairs to seeI visited here as part of an organised Princess Cruises tour. The bus parked in a small lot where there were rest rooms and some shopping (tourist stuff of course). Then it was a short (5 mins) walk across some uneven terrain including steps to the waterfall. Its twin falls so that’s always impressive and they come from a decent height. You can actually climb down (a few steps) to reach the water. Well worth a visit.Visited May 2024Travelled soloWritten May 16, 2024
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South Pacific584 contributions
May 2024 • Solo
Not bad for an hour or two. There are guides who will try and charge you 20EC to climb the boulders up to the poole, stating it is a private trail. Quite off-putting when you have already paid to enter. Check when you buy the ticket if you really need a guide because it isn’t that hard of a hike up to the pools.
Written June 5, 2024
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RandyRoss
Ridgetown, Canada12,749 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
We visited Trafalgar Falls as part of our tour of Dominica. Trafalgar Falls are a pair of twin waterfalls nestled within the Morne Trois Pitons National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The trail leads to a viewing platform, where one can view both the Mama (Mother) Falls (standing at approximately 75 feet or 23 meters) and the Papa (Father) Falls (slightly taller at around 125 feet or 38 meters). The falls come from different ponds at the top but merge into a single stream at the bottom.
The trail is paved and a nice walk but there are a lot of stairs. It is not too bad of a hike for someone who is fit but not recommended for anyone with mobility issues of any kind.
The trail is paved and a nice walk but there are a lot of stairs. It is not too bad of a hike for someone who is fit but not recommended for anyone with mobility issues of any kind.
Written May 3, 2024
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Bangkok, Thailand6,305 contributions
Dec 2019
Visiting the Trafalgar Falls does not take much time because it's a short easy walk from the parking lot, plus the fact that it's only a 20-minute drive from Roseau. It's a much better alternative for people short on time than some other waterfalls in Dominica which are very nice but hours away. Also it is worth noting that there were no mosquitoes in the jungle when walking towards the falls! The one disadvantage is that there is no easy access to a "pool" of water to swim in at the bottom of the falls.
Written January 3, 2020
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David S
Middlesbrough, UK2,381 contributions
Feb 2020
My wife and I paid a short visit to the falls when stopping off in the area from our cruise of the West Indies and really enjoyed the time there. Truly amazing waterfall with huge black rocks underneath and all round fantastic views. Well worth the effort to get there.
Written March 29, 2020
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jaybeeFL
Palm Harbor, FL3,424 contributions
Nov 2022
Two spectacular waterfalls come into view sandwiched between towering peaks after a strenuous hike through a dense forest. The trail is steep in some spots and can be slippery if wet (much of the time as you are in a rain forest)!!! Wear shoes/boots with rubber soles good for gripping rocks and soil. It is worth the climb but take your time.
Written November 21, 2022
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Dec 2023 • Family
Such a wonderful experience. Ten minute walk to get to the view. Amazing site. Reasonably priced. We took a cold dip in one of the pools then climbed to to top with a tour guide to get to the hot springs. It was an experience to remember. The tour guide cost more but it is a must do activity.
Written December 21, 2023
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simon t
Nottingham, UK190 contributions
Jan 2024 • Couples
A beautiful spot with stunning views of the falls from the viewing platform. The hike from the car park is quite short (10-15 minutes), but the steps are quite steep and slippery in places, and not suitable for those with mobility issues. The path and viewing platform were also very busy with cruise ship tours, although that did not detract from the beauty of the place.
Written January 28, 2024
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T-SGlobetrotters
Preston, UK3,807 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
Access to the site is up a very steep road, but at the top, there is ample car parking. This is another attraction that falls within the weekly pass available at those visitor centres that are open. After passing through the visitor centre, it is an easy uphill 10 minute walk to the falls on a good surface. At the top, there is a spacious viewing platform where both falls are visible. To the left, the 'father' falls are a combination of cold and hot springs which mix shortly before cascading down the sheer rock face and is the taller of the two. The 'mother' falls on the right, has a greater volume of water but is shorter. Access to pools under the falls is more difficult here and involves scrambling over rocks. We didn't bother as the views from the covered platform were excellent.
Written May 5, 2023
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WanderingFarmer
Payson, UT454 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Was on a bus tour and Trafalgar Falls was one of the stops. Turned out to be one of the best stops we made. Not a bad hike with steps, some were s little taller than others. Maybe a little over 1/4 mile hike but the walk though the rain forest was one of the best parts! Lush green leaves almost blocking out the sun, then you get to the falls. There is a platform you can rest on and take photos. The falls were spectacular with the scope of how tall they are. It was definitely worth the hike up and back!
Written January 20, 2020
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Donald J
Bellingham, WA972 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
Nice drive to the falls with a local tour operator, steep narrow roads with interesting trees and plants along the way. Falls are an easy ten minute hike on a maintained trail. Two falls side by side are at the end with good photo opportunities.
Written February 1, 2024
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Hi, hartskys2. What would you like to know about this attraction?
Did you take a tour? We are coming in on a ship and wondered if there are operators at the pier and about how much it is for a tour.
Written June 28, 2018
you can take a short walk to the supermarket, and catch the local van right up to the falls. takes about 20 mins and costs about $5. I'm sure with a ship coming in there will be plenty of people at the wharf offering to take you
Written June 28, 2018
Yes. I didn't swim there so I don't recall if there a really deep pools, but you can definitely get in the water.
Written May 12, 2018
How easy is the wal from the car park to the viewpoint? I am 60 and have arthritic knees but I would really like to see the Falls if I can.
Written July 26, 2015
It is a relatively easy walk to the platform. A few stairs which are not steep with the exception of one or two. It goes uphill and downhill. The steps are not high so small kids can climb with ease. I would say it's just a few minutes walk to the lookout which is sheltered and has about two wooden benches. You can get some great photos from there.
Written September 30, 2015
Lost camera?
My friend and I rescued a camera off a hard to reach rock at trafalgar falls on 28/06/15. It's a black Olympus camera with a red strap.
It has lots of holiday photos on it so we would love to return it!
Message me if it's yours or you know the owners!
Thanks
Written July 11, 2015
May I ask how much you paid for the taxi. We will be 4 people, and I always prefer to take a taxi, but an idea of how much to pay would be helpful.
Written April 17, 2015
The cost when I went Dec. 2019 was $25.00 USD per person. There were about 20 people on the open-air shuttle. Guide was fantastic!
Written January 2, 2020
Marion G
Fort Pierce, Florida
How many steps to the platform to photograph the Falls?
Written March 12, 2015
Marion G
Fort Pierce, Florida
How many steps to the platform to photograph the falls?
Written March 12, 2015
I can't remember exactly how many but the steps went up and down and they were not high so small children can climb with ease. Most of the path is sheltered with trees so it's a pretty shady walk. It you get tired along the way you can also just take a break and stand to the side in the shade. Make sure to take some water and bug spray and a camera if you decide to go. Try if you can as the view is amazing!! Although from the lookout it's just about 5 mins or less to the sulphur pool which might be good for your knees. There is one spot along the way which might give a little trouble as you have to cross a little water and climb over a small rock. Just remember that you'd have to climb this on the way back. It's not difficult but try to if you can!! Good luck!!
Written September 30, 2015
Hi. Should Dominca Be on my visit list? Visiting island group with daughter who is living in Martinique. Considering St Lucia and Antigua. Only have two weeks. I am 65 and fairly fit,
Written January 3, 2015
I just returned from a week long visit to Dominica, am 71 years and walk with a cane. I enjoyed the visit. By all means Visit the Island.
Written February 3, 2015
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