Things to do in Jamaica:
First-time visitors often expect a tiny island, but in reality, Jamaica’s boasts over 600 miles of coastline—and many of the roads are coastal, so drives my be longer than you anticipate. Below you’ll find the highlights of each major region, with attractions you may want to include in a customized tour (just email us with your desired itinerary for prices).
Negril
Known for its white sandy beach, 7 miles long (11km), it also has a reputation for its laid back, "everything goes" atmosphere. In the early `70s it was a favorite place of the hippies, and ever since then, Negril has tried to maintain the casual ambiance. It is not always easy, with the increase in visitors and hotels and guesthouses, but still, it has a magic all of its own. Hardly any other resort area can boast a live reggae concert every night, and the beach is still the place to be and to be seen The north end of the beach is home to the large, all-inclusive resorts, and to the south are the smaller, family-run hotels. Negril's west end is situated on the high rocky cliffs where small rustic cottages are the main type of lodging, along with small restaurants and craft shops.
South Coast
Discover the many fascinating places along Jamaica's South Coast. A one hour drive from the International Airport at Montego Bay through the beautiful tropical countryside with breathtaking views. Fishing villages, miles of beaches, centuries old great houses, natural waterfalls and wetlands create an atmosphere for adventure, quiet wonder and relaxation. The towns of Mandeville, Whitehouse, Treasure Beach and Black River are picturesque and inviting. The South Coast with its beauty unblemished, and natural wonders of flora and fauna virtually untouched extends a warm invitation to the discerning holiday visitor. . Treasure Beach Treasure Beach is a two hour drive from the International Airport at Montego Bay through a beautiful tropical countryside with breathtaking views. Discover bountiful seashells, an abundance of unequaled wildlife and the peaceful sea breeze. Although there's no pirate's gold hidden on these sparkling black sand bays, you'll surely take home a treasure chest of memories. Enjoy the quiet simple pleasures which, in today's life, are becoming harder to find but are easily available on Jamaica's South Coast at Treasure Beach.
Montego Bay
Montego Bay is Jamaica's second city both in size and importance and is the islands tourism capital. Montego Bay is fourth in population to Kingston, Portmore and Spanish Town with about 120,000 people and lies in St. James Parish. It is known for its duty free shopping and cruise line terminal at its Free Port on a beautiful, man-made peninsula jutting into the bay. Montego Bay, sometimes called 'Mo-Bay', is located on the island's north coast where you will find those unbelievably white sand beaches and warm seductive waters of the Caribbean Sea. It's international airport sits in the middle of all the action, making it easily accessible to Resorts and Hotels
Ocho Rios
Ocho Ríos (also known by the nickname Ochie) is a town on the northern coast of Jamaica, located in the parish of Saint Ann. It is a popular tourist destination, well known for scuba diving and other water sports. Ocho Ríos was once a sleepy fishing village until it was discovered. Ocho Ríos is a favored destination of many famous beachcombers. It is now second only to Montego Bay in importance to the tourism industry in Jamaica. It is a popular destination for cruise ships. Ocho Ríos is also known as the home of Dunn's River Falls. This is a popular attraction that is visited by thousands of visitors each year. Dunn's River Falls cascades down approximately 695 feet into the sea. Fed by springs located in the hills above, visitors take pleasure in 'climbing' the falls as the water rushes around them. Kingston: The City of Kingston is the capital and largest city of Jamaica. It is located on the southeastern coast of the island country. It faces a natural harbour protected by the Palisadoes, a long sand spit which connects Port Royal and the Norman Manley International Airport to the rest of the island. In the Western Hemisphere, Kingston is the largest predominantly English-speaking city south of the United States. Kingston, as the capital, is the financial, cultural, economic and industrial centre of Jamaica. Many financial institutions are based in Kingston, and the city boasts the largest number of hospitals, schools and cultural attractions of any urban area on the island.
Mandeville
Perched on the Manchester plateau 2000 feet above sea-level, Mandeville is unlike other rural Jamaican towns: it is cool, it is clean, and there are no slums. Thanks to energetic promotion by the Central and South Coast Tourism Organization, the town is a magnet for discerning visitors and an excellent base for exploring the central hills and the south coast. On the way to Mandeville, Bamboo Avenue is well worth a stop. Nearby, the town of Christiana is always a riot of color from lushly planted gardens set 2,750 feet (838 meters) above sea level.
