Trafalgar Falls, Dominica

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Getting around in Dominica

Side of road: 
Left
Road quality: 

Roads are well-maintained in and around Roseau, but total just 700km (450 miles).

Traffic is scarce outside Roseau.

Car hire: 

Car hire: Available, but rural roads can be tricky to navigate.

Taxi: 

Taxi: These are efficient, and Taxi rates are set by law and therefore taxi drivers do not expect tips.

Coach: 

Regulations: 

Regulations: There is a 32kmph (20mph) speed limit in towns and villages. Visiting drivers must be between 25 and 65 years old and have had at least two years' driving experience in order to apply for a local driver's permit.

Documentation: 

Documentation: International Driving Permit recommended. A valid foreign licence can be used to get a Temporary Visitor's Permit.