Jamaica usually conjures an image of laying on the beach with a cold beverage and the perfect weather. Although that certainly is a part of what you’ll experience on your visit here, it can also be whatever you want it to be. There are tons of things to do in Jamaica that will beckon you to lose yourself in the adventure and magic of it all in. Some of these things can take you closer to the natural beauty, culture, and history of Jamaica, others will take you on an adrenaline-pumping adventure and still, others will have you meeting our warm friendly people and eating some seriously delicious Jamaican food. If you’re not sure about the things to do in Jamaica, we’ve got you covered. That said, make sure to plan your trip with this post in mind or you’ll be missing out.
Known for our golden beaches and forever stretches of white sand, an afternoon on the world rated seven-mile beach in Negril or the surreal Frenchman’s Cove in Port Antonio goes without saying. But what if I told you there are way more things to do in Jamaica than lazy beach bum days. To start, you’ll be amazed by our landscape. Nature lovers will have plenty to experience, from trail hiking to bird watching to diving and snorkeling. A great place to explore the biodiversity of endemic Jamaican plant and animal species is the Blue and John Crow Mountains and neighbouring Holywell Recreation Park. Your eyes will be treated to hundreds of bird and butterfly endemic species as well as an exceptional hiking experience suited for all levels.
The hiking trail will lead you to cascading streams to cool your feet off or continue on to explore our wealth of pristine underground caves. Dive deep into Jamaica’s historical and cultural richness on guided tours through these caves that once provided refuge for enslaved Maroon communities. Some of these limestone wonders made up of unique rock formations can be found in biodiversity hot spots like the Cockpit Country and Green Grotto Caves. For an even deeper cultural experience, visit the Rastafari Indigenous Cultural Centre in Montego Bay. Rastafari is known around the world as the movement that inspired one the most beloved genre of music, reggae music, as well as other popular cultural practices connected to Jamaica. By experiencing authentic Rastafari philosophy and lifestyle your senses will be engaged as you travel through time and tradition, learn about organic farming practices and indulge in vegan Rastafari cuisine. Top that off with live music and feel the vibe of the culture through dance as you grab a few local craft items on your way out.
