Surrounded by white sandy beaches and idyllic Caribbean waters, Negril is considered one of Jamaica’s most beautiful resort towns. A lagoon teeming with tropical marine life offers excellent snorkelling and diving just offshore, with a rugged, forested interior stretching to the east.
Things to do in Negril
Want to experience one of the best bars in the world? Enjoy a sundowner at Rick’s Cafe, which sits perched atop a cliff overlooking the Caribbean Sea. It’s famed for its cliff jumpers, with both professionals and visitors taking the plunge from its makeshift dive platform.
Relax at the beautiful Blue Hole Mineral Spring, which lies a short drive east of Negril. Climb down through the cavernous opening of its deep swimming cave and plunge into the crystal-clear waters or experience a massage using the mineral-rich mud sourced in the surrounds.
Embark on a scenic drive through the lush interior of western Jamaica to the historic Appleton Rum Estate, which has been blending rums since 1749. Join a guided tour to see how the rum is distilled from sugarcane and enjoy a stroll around the beautiful Black River Valley where the estate is located.
A visit to the Appleton Rum Estate can easily be combined with a bamboo rafting adventure on the Martha Brae River, which flows through the Cockpit Country Rainforest. It’s now a picturesque place to go on a rafting adventure or take an afternoon swim.
Getting around Negril
Sangster International Airport is around one hour’s drive from Negril, with private transfers and shuttles available. The town is small enough to explore on foot and red plate “route taxis” are available.