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The Dreamiest Rainforest Resorts in the Caribbean, From Dominica to Belize

By: Guy Britton - July 2, 2025 - 10:39 pm
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The Caribbean is often imagined as a string of sun-drenched beaches — white sand, turquoise water, and endless horizon. And while that version of the Caribbean is very real, it’s only part of the story. Move beyond the shoreline, and the islands begin to change. The terrain rises, the air cools, and the landscape transforms into something wilder and more ancient: a thick, emerald-green rainforest pulsing with life. Towering palms, waterfalls hidden in the jungle, the call of tree frogs at dusk—this is the Caribbean few travelers ever really see.

From the volcanic peaks of St. Lucia to the deep valleys of Dominica, from the vast reserves of Belize to the rainforest-covered hills of Panama and Puerto Rico, a different kind of Caribbean vacation is waiting—one shaped not by beachfront views, but by immersion in nature. These are places where mornings begin with birdsong, where clouds cling to the canopy, and where luxury doesn’t mean marble floors but open-air villas surrounded by mist and leaves.

In these rainforest enclaves, time slows down. The air is heavier, the green more intense, the silence more complete. And tucked away in the heart of it all are a handful of extraordinary resorts—hideaways that let you live inside the rainforest, not just near it. Here’s where to find them.

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Secret Bay, Dominica

Secret Bay isn’t just a rainforest resort—it’s one of the most exclusive retreats in the Caribbean, full stop. Tucked into a jungle-covered cliffside above a secluded beach in Dominica, this Relais & Châteaux hideaway offers a rare blend of intimacy and luxury, where every stay feels deeply personal. Each of the all-villa accommodations comes with its own plunge pool, sweeping ocean or rainforest views, and a dedicated host who tailors every detail of your experience.

Dining is a celebration of place, with sustainably sourced ingredients served either in your private villa or at the resort’s open-air Zing Zing restaurant, perched among the trees. The setting is pure magic—where lush rainforest meets quiet, crystalline shoreline—offering a sense of privacy and immersion that’s hard to match. Secret Bay isn’t just redefining luxury in the Caribbean; it’s setting a new global standard for what a resort can be


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