Visitors on a Kalinago Tour
When you leave the Territory, be sure to depart with some of the high-quality craft items skillfully made by the Kalinago artisans. These are pieces to be treasured as they are historical in nature, the art of making them having been passed down through generations dating back before Christopher Columbus’ arrival in the Caribbean region. It is part of the heritage of the Kalinago people and each piece of craft carries with it a story, generations-old. Kalinago craft are the most authentic and sought-after souvenirs in Dominica, meticulously hand-made from 100 % local material, all grown within the Territory.
INTERACTIVE HISTORY LESSONS FOR STUDENTS
Kalinago Tours also provide interactive history lessons to students from the neighbouring islands of the Caribbean including Guadeloupe and Martinique, who travel to Dominica to engage hands-on with the island’ s indigenous people. Kalinago Tours are also open to accommodating students from other islands and countries.
It is instructive to note that although the original way of life of the Kalinago people have been somewhat diluted over the years, thankfully, many elements of their culture have survived. The elders in the communities are unwavering in their attempts to ensure their way of life is not further dissolved by non-indigenous influences. A constant reminder of their heritage remains at the Kalinago Barana Aute which Kevin Dangleben managed until 2015. It is a cultural village where history resides. Traditional huts, story-telling, canoe-making, cultural expressions in song and dance, cooking and many other aspects of the island’ s indigenous people can be witnessed here.
Although Kalinago Tours are specialists of the Kalinago Territory, they also offer packages that allow visitors to enjoy other aspects of Dominica. Tours can be created according to your interests, so whether it is a visit to the island’ s water falls, to the world-renowned boiling lake or just a scenic drive around the island, Kevin and his team knows that you deserve the experience and will make it memorable.
ortation • Island Tours, including their specialty tours to the Kalinago Territory • Souvenir items