{"id":17,"date":"2023-12-16T03:30:26","date_gmt":"2023-12-16T03:30:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rentalsdom.com\/?page_id=17"},"modified":"2024-05-22T00:27:36","modified_gmt":"2024-05-22T00:27:36","slug":"why-soufriere","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/rentalsdom.com\/index.php\/why-soufriere\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Soufriere?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color has-work-sans-regular-font-family wp-elements-404767c7eed67823c5296b270632e852\" style=\"color:#07277c\">Why Soufriere?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light has-small-font-size wp-duotone-midnight\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#bed1dd\"><\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2295\" height=\"1536\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-53\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rentalsdom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/soufreire-kayak.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalsdom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/soufreire-kayak.jpg 2295w, https:\/\/rentalsdom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/soufreire-kayak-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rentalsdom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/soufreire-kayak-1024x685.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rentalsdom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/soufreire-kayak-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rentalsdom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/soufreire-kayak-1536x1028.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/rentalsdom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/soufreire-kayak-2048x1371.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2295px) 100vw, 2295px\" \/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-text-color has-link-color has-work-sans-regular-font-family has-x-large-font-size wp-elements-7a982d3dbd38fe70584aac01ccfd682f wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#ffffff\">With so many attractions and adventures around Soufriere and neighboring Scott\u2019s Head, it\u2019s hard to choose!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-work-sans-regular-font-family\">Water Activities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-work-sans-regular-font-family wp-block-paragraph\">A bucket list experience in Soufriere is&nbsp;<strong>sea kayaking and snorkeling<\/strong>&nbsp;to a secluded beach with&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.soc-dom.com\/\">Soufriere Outdoor Centre<\/a>&nbsp;\u2013 Their tours are fun, informative and safe! Family friendly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-work-sans-regular-font-family wp-block-paragraph\">Learn to\u00a0<strong>freedive<\/strong> with <a href=\"https:\/\/blueelementfreediving.com\/\">Blue Element Freediving<\/a>. With courses and training available for all levels, from beginner to elite, and world-class instructors and conditions, this is the place to experience the underwater world on a single breath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-work-sans-regular-font-family wp-block-paragraph\">Spend an afternoon&nbsp;<strong>snorkeling<\/strong>&nbsp;in Soufriere or Scott\u2019s Head\u2014beautiful reefs await! For a change of scenery, hop in a bus for a few minutes\u2019 drive to Champagne Beach and see for yourself how it got its name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-work-sans-regular-font-family wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Relax at the beach<\/strong>. Enjoy a rum punch, natural hot pools, and a gorgeous view of the sunset at&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BubbleBeachSpaAndTherapy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bubble Beach Spa<\/a>, or head to nearby Champagne Beach for a different experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-work-sans-regular-font-family wp-block-paragraph\">Go\u00a0<strong>scuba diving<\/strong>\u00a0with <a href=\"https:\/\/natureislanddive.dm\/\">Nature Island Dive<\/a>. Already certified? Explore some of the most beautiful dive sites in the world in the Soufriere\/Scott\u2019s Head Marine Reserve.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/soufriereguesthouse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/paddleboard-1024x1024.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-84\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/soufriereguesthouse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/bubbles-1024x1024.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-85\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-work-sans-regular-font-family\">Hiking and Nature<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-work-sans-regular-font-family wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hike<\/strong>&nbsp;Segment One of the&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.waitukubulitrail.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Waitukubuli National Trail<\/a>\u2014the first long-distance walking trail in the Caribbean. We\u2019re uniquely located at the end of the segment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-work-sans-regular-font-family wp-block-paragraph\">Explore many other nearby&nbsp;<strong>walking trails<\/strong>, including roads and paths around Soufriere, Scott\u2019s Head, and Gallion Loop. Stunning views of the Soufriere Valley await!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-work-sans-regular-font-family wp-block-paragraph\">Relax at&nbsp;<strong>Sulphur Springs<\/strong>, where you can bathe in natural hot pools. If you\u2019re looking for something more refreshing, opt for a short walk up the cold river, where you\u2019ll find natural cold pools. Both are located just minutes from the Guesthouse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-work-sans-regular-font-family wp-block-paragraph\">Visit the&nbsp;<strong>Scott\u2019s Head peninsula<\/strong>&nbsp;for sunset. Hike to the top and enjoy the view!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-work-sans-regular-font-family wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hike<\/strong>&nbsp;up the cold river toward the&nbsp;<strong>Soufriere Gorge<\/strong>, eventually reaching natural sulphur deposits and gorgeous views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/soufriereguesthouse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/springs2-1024x1024.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-86\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/soufriereguesthouse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/scottshead-1024x1024.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-87\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-work-sans-regular-font-family\">Community Tourism<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-work-sans-regular-font-family wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Explore the villages<\/strong>&nbsp;of Soufriere and Scott\u2019s Head. Discover delicious roti, friendly locals, and lovely views. You can even buy fresh fish at the waterfront.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-work-sans-regular-font-family wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Visit Joan\u2019s Snackette<\/strong>&nbsp;on Saturday mornings for a mouth-watering local breakfast. Bakes, cocoa tea, accra, and more\u2026you won\u2019t leave hungry!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-work-sans-regular-font-family wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Take a farm tour<\/strong>&nbsp;with Joe and discover local, sustainable, organic farming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/soufriereguesthouse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/farmtour-1024x1024.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-88\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/soufriereguesthouse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/val-roti-1024x1024.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-89\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-work-sans-regular-font-family\">Discover Dominica<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-work-sans-regular-font-family wp-block-paragraph\">There are hundreds of amazing activities and attractions in the rest of Dominica! A few of our favorites include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-work-sans-regular-font-family\"><a href=\"https:\/\/discoverdominica.com\/en\/places\/68\/trafalgar-falls\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Trafalgar Falls<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-work-sans-regular-font-family\"><a href=\"https:\/\/discoverdominica.com\/en\/places\/69\/boiling-lake\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Boiling Lake<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-work-sans-regular-font-family\">Canyoneering with&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.extremedominica.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Extreme Dominica<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-work-sans-regular-font-family\"><a href=\"https:\/\/discoverdominica.com\/en\/places\/72\/emerald-pool\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Emerald Pool<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-work-sans-regular-font-family\"><a href=\"https:\/\/discoverdominica.com\/en\/places\/135\/titou-gorge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Titou Gorge<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-work-sans-regular-font-family\">Exploring restaurants and cafes in the capital, Roseau<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-work-sans-regular-font-family wp-block-paragraph\">\u2026and many, many more! We encourage you to research, as these are only a handful of what\u2019s available in the amazing Nature Island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why Soufriere? Water Activities A bucket list experience in Soufriere is&nbsp;sea kayaking and snorkeling&nbsp;to a secluded beach with&nbsp;Soufriere Outdoor Centre&nbsp;\u2013 Their tours are fun, informative and safe! Family friendly. Learn to\u00a0freedive with Blue Element Freediving. 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