You'll find there are some advantages to visiting a beach that isn't lined with high rise hotels, like not having to struggle through a crowd every time you want to take a dip and Toucari Beach offers just those advantages.

Toucari Beach is a secluded area with coral-covered rocks jutting from its aquamarine waters, and reaching from the beach out to the main reef.

Although Dominica offers some more secluded beaches that Toucari Beach the mix of natural beauty, atmosphere and personality offered by this beach could be just what you are seeking.

Peace and quiet is just one offering you'll find at many of Dominica's beaches, and Toucari Beach offers a taste of travel away from the beaten path though you'll never be too far away, either. Neither too close nor too far from cities you'll have everything you need.

The beaches of Dominica are known for their natural beauty, making them a popular destination for travelers. Although travelers often frequent these beaches, a few draw smaller crowds than others. Each beach has its own personality, and some will find that Toucari Beach's nature suits them just right.

Location

You'll find this beach 0.7 miles from Toucari Reef, on Dominica's northwestern coast. Toucari Beach is close to Vieille Case, so you can explore the town after your visit to the beach.

Nearby Hotels

The number of other people sharing the beach can vary widely -- it depends on when you visit. The beach is not adjacent to any major hotels but you may encounter visitors staying at smaller hotels in the area. Those who would like to stay in this vicinity won't have trouble finding a spot.

Hotels near this beach are listed in the following table.

Amenities and Ambience

The seas off of the shores of Toucari Beach are ideal for snorkeling or for a shallow dive site. Volcanic gases vent from the sea floor creating a wall of champagne-like bubbles. There are also a couple of tunnels, 25 to 45 feet length, which provide great places to swim through and you can catch a harbor schools of French grunts. Following the tunnels the reef drops to about 110 feet. The reef is home to large schools of mahogany snapper, big crabs and frogfish.

The number of people at the beach is affected by a few things, including the time of year and day of the week. Some of Dominica's beaches are more crowded than others especially during the high tourism season. An important element to consider when planning a day at the beach can be, for some beach goers, the possibility of crowds. While some beach goers prefer a crowded beach with lots of activity, some would rather relax in a peaceful spot by themselves.

Like so many places in Dominica this beach has its own personality which will be more appealing to some than to others. The special qualities of this beach are a bit different from most other locations in Dominica.

Attractions

Seeing the beach can be a great way to spend time near some of nature's most beautiful works, and there are also other natural attractions worth seeing. For instance, Toucari Reef, (located 0.7 miles to the southwest of Toucari Beach) can be a great addition to your day at the seaside.

Historical attractions like Fort Cachocrou provide a wonderful complement to the scenery of Toucari Beach, allowing vacationers to learn more about Dominica without venturing too far from the beach.

If your taste for travel keeps you looking for new activity and attraction options, you'll find the closest ones to the beach in the following table.

Food

Despite the fact that this is not exactly a culinary hot spot you still have some options, especially if you are prepared to venture a little farther away.

Eateries near this beach are included in the following table.

Every location in the world has its very own culinary style, and Dominica is no different. A great place to enjoy local fare is right at the beach. Many hotels will be happy to pack a picnic lunch for their guests, or you can find picnic supplies en route to the beach.

Other Beaches

You'll find other beaches besides Toucari Beach in Dominica. Travelers who like this beach might also enjoy Soufriere Bay Beach, situated 29.8 miles to the southeast. Soufriere Bay Beach is ideal for vacationers who enjoy sightseeing and watersports.

But, if you're interested in a more active beach, Scotts Head Beach may be just what you're looking for. You'll find it 29.7 miles to the southeast.

Another beach to consider is Purple Beach, located 2.8 miles from Toucari Beach.

The variety found in Dominica makes for many experiences for many different travelers, no matter how you plan to spend your vacation, on or off of Toucari Beach.