Description
Blue Hole
Blue Hole is in Brighton District, Little bay, Jamaica, 30-40 minute out of Negril. Blue Hole Mineral Spring sits 24 feet below the ground in a cavernous opening completely encased by limestone. The natural mineral water in the spring is 35 feet deep; However, the edges of the spring are shallow for guests to stand or sit down. Thrill seekers and staff entertain guests with dives only a daredevil can perform. Some guests jump into the spring, others choose to climb in using a safe iron ladder. Naturally occurring minerals in Blue Hole Mineral Spring are recognized for their therapeutic value. Guests often enjoy a Blue Hole Mineral massage where staff will purify, exfoliate, and soften your skin. Also there is pool just in-cast you don't want to go into the blue hole mineral spring below ground and it's the same water that is pumps into the pool.
Appleton Estate
The Appleton Estate is nestled in the Nassau Valley, which is located in the parish of St. Elizabeth. The first known documentation of rum production on the Appleton Estate is dated 1749. However, it is believed that the origins of the Estate date back to Sir Francis Dickenson in 1655. The Estate may have changed hands over the years, but since 1749 all Appleton Estate rum have been produced with a passion for rum and a love of the land from which it is produced.
At the Appleton Estate, the production of there rums is a craft. Every step in the process is carefully managed, from the selection of the varieties of sugarcane that are grown on the Estate, to the natural culture of yeast used in fermentation, to there unique distillation and blending methods. Appleton Estate has the distinction of being the oldest sugar estate and distillery in Jamaica in continuous production, crafting this delicious rum with the warmth, passion and unique spirit of Jamaica for more than 265 years.
It all starts with the land – lush, fertile, and filled with undiscovered beauty. We cultivate the natural, earthy ingredients that go into making each barrel of rum on the Estate – from the sugarcane that we grow ourselves, to the limestone spring that supplies our water. Our rums are aged in 40-gallon Number One Select American Oak barrels, which impart more vanilla flavor and make the rum smoother and less woody. Our rum is perfected by our Master Blender, Joy Spence, the first woman to be appointed Master Blender in the world. Through Joy’s expert guidance, Appleton Estate offers the world’s finest rums.
Barney's Flowers & Humming Bird Garden
Barney's Flower & Hummingbird Garden is privately owned, it's house garden about the size of a quarter acre or thousand square meters. They are dedicated, to develop and maintain this garden as a natural habitat for hummingbirds, common for the western part of Jamaica's low lands. They don't used nets and cages. Just nature! Hummingbirds, other birds and small animals like lizards, butterflies and bees are encouraged to come and feed in the garden on a sizable variety of flowers, plants and trees. Apart from natural food sources hummingbirds like to feed on a man made 'nectar', which is made from water and white granulated sugar. Visitors are invited to see, feed and of course photograph hummingbirds. Please keep in mind, you are not visiting an enclosed bird sanctuary. Wildlife is sometimes unpredictable. Hummingbirds and there appearance depend on a number of conditions, e.g air pressure, rain, breeding habits and flowering time of plants, to name a few. Therefore 'show times' are not always easily to predict. Please be patient, enjoy the serenity of a little piece of Jamaica's natural beauty and you will be rewarded with a memorable experience.
Roaring River
Roaring River is located in Shrewsbury, Petersfield, Jamaica, 45 minute out of negril. Roaring River was a former slave plantation, the Roaring River Estate is named for the gushing waters of the river. The park’s main attraction is the Roaring River Cave, one of the most interesting underground caverns with a mineral spring in which visitors can swim. The beautifully landscaped gardens beckon those seeking relaxation.
Black River Safari
Black river is the longest river in Jamaica, it's located in the bread basket parish of Jamaica, St. Elizabeth. Its name refers to the darkness of the river bed caused by thick layers of decomposing vegetation. when doing the black river safari tour you maybe able to see 100 different species of birds that have been recorded in the Black River morass and Crocodiles.
Y.S Falls
Y.S. Falls opened in 1992. It is a nature-based attraction offering the opportunity to experience the beauty of the waterfalls surrounded by lush gardens and magnificent trees. There are seven waterfalls, several which cascade into natural pools. Some areas are fairly rocky and do not allow swimming. Lifeguards on site, indicate which areas are for swimming, however, being able to swim is a requirement. There is a natural pool, fed by underground and above ground springs, which is more suitable for children and others unable to swim. More recent additions to the attractions at YS Falls, include exhilarating canopy rides, which glide from the top of the falls to its base. These adventures are accompanied by experienced guides to take care of you along the way.
Pelican Bar
Pelican bar is located one mile off the coast in the turquoise sea of Parotte bay. It was built by a fisherman name Floyd in 2001 for only his fishing buddies, but now its the most famous bar in Jamaica. You take a boat ride that take 25 minutes to and from pelican bar where you will get your cold drink from the bar and your fresh fish to eat from the fire side.
Maysfield Falls
Maysfield fall is located in westmoreland, Jamaica. Its a eco-tourism attraction which consist of 2 beautiful waterfalls, 21 natural pools, 52 types of fern, lots of exotic flowers, plant species, bird butterflies and wildlife. Maysfield falls don't have any big falls but they are beautiful. You will walk through the water for about an hour. Resturant and bar are also on property because you can' t bring no food.
Rick's Cafe
Rick's Cafe was originally owned by a local doctor who was the son of the first Governor-General of Jamaica. However, Rick’s Cafe wasn’t founded until 1974 by Richard Hershman. At this time Negril was a sleepy fishing village with few establishments, electricity, telephone or running water It was however, always known for the wonderful Seven Mile Beach. Rick’s Cafe added another breath-taking attraction and became the first public bar and restaurant in the area that possessed such a magnificent view of the sunset.
The establishment proved resilient despite being battered by many hurricanes. In 1988 Hurricane Gilbert hit the island and totally destroyed Rick’s Cafe by waves that went as high 25 feet on the cliff and over the trees. Rick’s Cafe was soon rebuilt but took another hit from Hurricane Ivan in 2004 and destroyed it again by waves that went as high as 60 to 80 feet. Once Hurricane Ivan passed, Rick’s Cafe came back bigger and even better.
The Cafe has a restaurant and bar, which are frequented by visitors and locals daily.. The bar is known for offering liquid courage to help those who dare to make the cliff jump! If you aren’t as adventurous,get there an hour before sunset to watch the expert local cliff jumpers for oftentimes just as much of an adrenaline rush.
Parasailing
Booby Cay Island
Booby Cay is a very small island that sits just off shore from Negril Jamaica. Booby Cay does has a claim to fame, since many scenes from Jules Verne's popular film "20,000 Leagues Under The Sea" were filmed on the small island. Booby Cay gets it's name from the booby bird, which is a type of tern that returns to the island each year to breed and lay their eggs in the once safe environment of the off-shore sanctuary. It is a popular spot for picnics. If you want to enjoy adventurous water activities like snorkeling, scuba diving and swimming, this is the place to be.
The island, also affectionately known as Gilligan's Island, derives its name from the Booby birds; which use the island as their breeding ground. The islands snorkeling and scuba diving is truly spectacular. The Booby Cay island remains open to the public 24 hours. The place is ideal for those who want to enjoy water sports, for photographers, bird-watchers, and for sunbathers. You can relax well at this island after enjoying a nice swim. The best mode of transportation that can take you to booby cay is a boat.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is the practice of swimming on or through a body of water while equipped with a diving mask, a shaped breathing tube called a snorkel, and usually swimfins. In cooler waters, a wetsuit may also be worn. Use of this equipment allows the snorkeler to observe underwater attractions for extended periods with relatively little effort and to breathe while face-down at the surface. Snorkeling is a popular recreational activity on a Caribbean Island.
Scuba Diving
Catamaran
Catamaran is a multi-hulled watercraft featuring two parallel hulls of equal size. It is a geometry-stabilized craft, deriving its stability from its wide beam, rather than from a ballasted keel as with a monohull sailboat. Catamarans were invented by the Austronesian peoples which enabled their expansion to the islands of the Indian and Pacific Oceans.Catamarans typically have less hull volume, smaller displacement, and shallower draft (draught) than monohulls of comparable length. The two hulls combined also often have a smaller hydrodynamic resistance than comparable monohulls, requiring less propulsive power from either sails or motors. The catamaran's wider stance on the water can reduce both heeling and wave-induced motion, as compared with a monohull, and can give reduced wakes.Catamarans range in size from small (sailing or rowing vessels) to large (naval ships and car ferries). The structure connecting a catamaran's two hulls ranges from a simple frame strung with webbing to support the crew to a bridging superstructure incorporating extensive cabin and/or cargo space.