Caribbean Islands Route: Boiling Lake to Brimstone Hill

Explore 15 iconic Caribbean destinations across 3,749 km, from the volcanic peaks of Dominica and El Yunque National Forest in Puerto Rico to the colonial charm of Fort-de-France in Martinique and the fortress-crowned islands of St. Kitts & Nevis. This route connects pristine beaches, natural hot springs, and historic sites across the region's most beautiful archipelagos.

Mode
Places
Start
Boiling Lake
End
Dominica
Stops
15
Video author
travmap
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Stops on this route

  1. Boiling Lake — Color-changing crater lake with geothermal activity
  2. Saint Martin — Bi-national island shared by Netherlands and France
  3. Puerto Rico — Colonial and metropolitan capital city
  4. El Yunque National Forest — Tropical rainforest with wildlife
  5. Fort-de-France — Capital city with cultural museums and colonial history
  6. Grande Soufriere — Active volcanic crater on Basse-Terre featuring dramatic sulfurous hot springs and hiking trails through lush tropical rainforest.
  7. St. Kitts & Nevis — Twin-island federation known for volcanic peaks, colonial sugar plantation history, and pristine beaches surrounded by turquoise waters.
  8. Brimstone Hill Fortress — Impressive 18th-century military stronghold perched atop a 800-foot volcanic peak offering panoramic Caribbean views and rich colonial heritage.
  9. Frigate Bay — Nightlife and entertainment area
  10. Charlestown, Nevis — Charming colonial capital featuring pastel-colored architecture, historic government buildings, and waterfront access to the Caribbean Sea.
  11. Rockley Beach — Must-see beach destination
  12. U.S. Virgin Islands — Largest island and holiday base
  13. Buck Island — Colorful coral reef destination
  14. Grace Bay — World-class beach with coral reefs and diving
  15. Dominica — Volcanic island with snorkeling and natural attractions

Useful for your trip

Tip
Bonaire is known for world-class diving spots that are just a stone's throw away from the shore.
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Kralendijk, Bonaire's capital, is tiny and easily walkable.
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Try windsurfing at Lac Bay or kayaking through mangrove forests on Bonaire.
Avoid
Dominica isn't ideal if you want to spend your holiday sunbathing on sandy beaches; it's better for hiking and jungle exploration.
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Visit Boiling Lake on Dominica, a volcanic crater lake that changes color and bubbles away deep within rainforest.
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Saint Martin is shared by the Netherlands and France; explore the Caribbean with a Dutch twist in St. Maarten or enjoy French dining in St. Martin.
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Explore El Yunque National Forest in Puerto Rico, a tropical rainforest with unique wildlife and magnificent flora.
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On Aruba, try kitesurfing on Palm Beach or enjoy solitude on less popular beaches like Baby Beach.
Food
Experience the Bahamas like a local by visiting a fish fry and enjoying rum punch in true Caribbean style.
Tip
Scuba dive through Molinere Underwater Sculpture Park in Grenada, which features 65 different sculptures.
Tip
Hike the Grande Soufriere volcano on Basse Terre island in Guadeloupe.
Tip
Little Cayman's Bloody Bay Wall is one of the best diving spots in the world.

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