Things to do in Jamaica while on vacation

Discover all the exciting attractions that will keep you occupied and entertained on your next Jamaican Vacation. Whether you come alone single or with the entire family, enjoy this tropical island with its many sights, colors, sounds and culture it has to offer.

Beaches

The two main tourist resorts are Negril and Montego Bay with Negril boasting one of the longest beaches in the country, some 11km (7m) of it, with all the watersports one would expect in a lively resort. But just a little way along the coast, one will find 'the real Jamaica' with fishing villages like Treasure Beach, Port Antonio and Oracabessa providing quieter retreats....


Scuba Diving & Snorkeling

Jamaica has many attractions for divers, including close-to-shore wrecks, sponge forests, underwater caves and coral reefs. In some areas, visibility is exceptional, reaching 30.5m (100ft). Popular dive sites include the Throne Room near Negril, where it is possible to see corals, sponges, nurse sharks and cubera snapper; Ricky's Reef , with brightly coloured fish; and the wreck of the Kathryn . There are many professional dive operators on the island; contact the Tourist Board for a list of licensed operators. Shops are equipped for rentals and offer guided snorkel and scuba trips...... 


Fishing

Fresh- and sea-water fishing are popular. Mountain mullet, hognose mullet, drummer and small snook are caught in rivers. Deep-sea fishing charters can be arranged through hotels in main resorts. Spearfishing is permitted among the reefs. No licence is needed......


Golf

Jamaica has developed some of the Caribbean's most beautiful and challenging golf courses. Montego Bay is the best area and it is not necessary to be resident at a hotel to play on its three courses. Other golf courses include Caymanas Golf Course (which hosts the Jamaica Open and Pro-Am every November) and Constant Spring near Kingston.


Parasailing & Watersports

Want to explore Negril Beach by air? Come fly with Premium Parasailing and let Captain Quality be your guide master! Premium Parasailing, located next to Footeprints on Norman Manley Blvd (the beach road) is the way to get high above the trees and look down in awe at Negril and the surrounding landscape! Premium Parasailing has 12 years of experience providing tourists with all forms of watersports fun - parasailing, wind surfing, glass bottom boat rides and sunset cruises!