Negril Tours & Excursions

Glide over shallow coral reefs just offshore from one of the most famous beaches on earth. Warm, calm water, sea turtles, and tropical fish everywhere you look. No boat required — wade right in.

Cruise the reef without getting wet. Glass-bottom boats run from the beach strip and pass over coral gardens, sea fans, and the occasional nurse shark. Perfect for families with young children.

Sail along the Negril coastline, snorkel a reef, and float in the open Caribbean with rum punch in hand. Most cruises include an open bar, lunch, and a stop at the cliffs for jumping.

Rip across the turquoise water off Seven Mile Beach on a jet ski. Guided tours run north toward Booby Cay island or south along the cliff line toward the West End lighthouse.

The most famous sunset spot in Jamaica. Watch local divers launch 35 feet into the Caribbean, or jump yourself from the lower platforms. Rum punch, reggae, and the best sunset view on the island.

Open bar, reggae, and the Negril coastline turning gold. Sail out from the beach as the sun drops behind the horizon — most cruises include snorkeling before the light show begins.

Walk the cliff road from Rick's Cafe through a string of open-air bars perched above the water. Each one has its own vibe, its own jump spot, its own version of rum punch. The West End is where Negril gets real.

A local favorite off the beaten tourist path. Three cliff platforms at different heights — pick your level and jump into crystal-clear water. Less crowded than Rick's, more authentic, equally stunning at sunset.

Jump into a natural underground mineral spring hidden in a cave. The water is cool, deep blue, and mineral-rich. Cliff jump from the cave opening or take the stairs down. About 20 minutes from Seven Mile Beach.

Water slides, lazy rivers, go-karts, and paintball — Jamaica's biggest water and adventure park is right on the Negril strip. Perfect for families or anyone who wants a break from the beach.

Trek through the hills behind Negril into lush tropical forest. Local guides lead you through farmland, past hidden waterfalls, and up to viewpoints overlooking the coast. A side of Negril most visitors never see.

Paddle through the Royal Palm Reserve mangroves at the south end of Seven Mile Beach. Home to crocodiles, herons, and hundreds of species of plants. Quiet, peaceful, and completely different from the beach scene.

Walk the beach strip and West End road with a local guide, stopping at jerk stands, seafood shacks, fruit vendors, and the spots tourists never find. Fried fish, bammy, festival, and too much rum punch.

Live reggae on the sand every week at Bourbon Beach. Cold Red Stripes, jerk chicken on the grill, and a crowd of locals and travelers dancing barefoot. This is the real Negril nightlife experience.

Learn to make authentic Jamaican jerk chicken and pork from a local chef. Season, smoke, and eat your own creation — plus sides like rice and peas, festival, and coleslaw. Take the recipes home.

Sample Appleton, Wray & Nephew, Hampden Estate, and local craft rums with an expert guide. Learn the difference between pot-still and column-still, overproof and aged. You will leave with a favorite.

Two cascading waterfalls hidden deep in the Dolphin Head Mountains. Wade upstream through 21 natural pools, climb limestone terraces, and stand under the falls. Less crowded than Dunn's River and even more beautiful.

Drive into the Nassau Valley and tour Jamaica's oldest and most famous rum distillery. Walk through the aging barrels, taste 10 expressions, and bring a bottle home. About 1.5 hours from Negril.

Seven cascading waterfalls on a private estate in the hills of St. Elizabeth. Swim in natural pools, swing on a rope into the water, or zip-line over the canopy. A quieter, more lush alternative to the big tourist falls.

Drift down the Martha Brae River on a handmade bamboo raft with a local guide. Quiet, scenic, romantic. About 1.5 hours from Negril, near Falmouth.