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We have written down all our favorite places with our insider tips in Jamaica and picked out suitable offers. So you know not only the highlights and hidden gems of the island, but also the prices and can book directly from here. There's a lot to discover – “Cum on, lets guh! Ya mon!”
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1 Negril – Seven Mile Beach
You will find a piece of paradise on the west coast of Jamaica. Just imagine the clearest water and the finest sand in the world, and you have a rough idea of how stunning this beach is. Plus, there are beautiful sunsets every evening, the sky slowly turning shades of yellow, orange, and red. Postcard idyll. No wonder this beach is chosen every year as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. If you are looking for some sports and action, how about water-skiing, banana boat, sailing, kayaking, parasailing, or a tour on a glass-bottom boat?
2 Negril – Rick's Café
Do you, as one or the other, almost stop your heart at the sight of the cliff jumpers? Or are you one of the brave ones and jump right after them? High up on the cliffs, you will find Rick's Café, famous for its cliff divers and sunsets.
There's live music every night, and the food and cocktails taste even better with the incredible view. Don't forget your swimsuit, because even if you don't jump off the cliff into the sea, be sure to swim in the pool.
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3 Ocho Rios – Mystic Mountain
Get comfortable in the chairlift and enjoy the romantic ride; it goes 213 meters up to Mystic Mountain. In the middle of the lush rainforest, an absolutely fantastic nature theme park has been created here. You can watch hummingbirds, zip line, let off steam on the climbing wall, and scramble around at dizzying heights in the climbing park. Afterward, you can swim in the pool, slide down the water slide and enjoy the fantastic view over Ocho Rios. You can also enjoy the view from the restaurant with a delicious cup of Blue Mountains coffee.
To top it off, you can walk halfway down the track with an escort, and the staff will explain flora and fauna. This is fascinating because they know everything from strangler figs to medicinal plants.
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4 Ocho Rios – Dunn's River Falls
Dunn's River Falls is one of the attractions par excellence in Jamaica, and it is one of the most unique waterfalls on the island. It is naturally terraced, like a giant staircase. So we are at the point: climb a waterfall. In fact, with the help of Water Shoes (don't try it without), you can easily climb the waterfall. There are also small slides here and there. Bet that you will climb up more than once?
By the way, it flows into the sea, which is extremely rare worldwide. And speaking of the ocean, there is also a lovely beach. Relax to the sound of the sea and enjoy the perfect temperature of the sea.
Historically, Dunn's River Falls has something to offer as well. In 1657 the Spanish and the English fought here for the possession of the island. By the way, many scenes for the James Bond movie “Dr. No” were shot here.
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5 Montego Bay – Glistening Water
How about a bath in phosphorescent water filled with microorganisms? Okay, new try. How about a bath in the middle of the night? Doesn't it knock your socks off, either? All right, let's do it this way: How about taking a bath in a natural wonder that glows and sparkles in the night when you move? Like a sea of thousands of stars? Yes, something like that actually exists.
The “fireflies of the seas” light up brightly when you move. Why exactly and what for? We don't know. Only this much: it is an absolutely fascinating phenomenon. It is absolutely rare worldwide, and here in Jamaica, you can even swim in the water. The water is alternately warmer and cooler, and the bottom feels a bit like damp absorbent cotton – put on water shoes if in doubt.
- Tip: Check the weather, because after rain or full moon, it doesn't glow!
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6 Port Antonio – The Blue Lagoon
The waters of the Blue Lagoon sparkle aquamarine, turquoise, ocean blue, royal blue, and sapphire. Surrounded by lush greenery, this is a magical and enchanted place. The water is pleasantly refreshing and warm at the same time as freshwater meets saltwater.
You can see even more of the lagoon with a small boat tour, whether traditionally on a raft made of bamboo or a small boat. This is one of the most beautiful places on the island. No wonder some movies have been filmed here, including “The Blue Lagoon” with Brooke Shields.
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7 Port Antonio – Reach Falls
A bit hidden in the lush forests of Portland, you will find Reach Falls. A waterfall system with many tunnels and caves to explore. The Rabbit Hole is the smallest of them all, and when you jump through, you feel like you land in another world. It leads you to a hidden underwater cave that leads to the main pool.
- Discover: You can also discover the falls from below. Find out more in our complete Reach Falls Guide
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8 Treasure Beach – Floyd's Pelican Bar
The craziest place for a bar? In the middle of the ocean! No such thing? It does. Floyd's Pelican Bar is really and truly in the middle of the Caribbean Sea. Floyd dreamed of this bar one night and actually built it in 2001.
At first, it was just a little hangout for him and his fisherman friends to play dominoes and stuff. Then the tourists came, but thank God this unique bar hasn't lost any of its vibes. Make sure you bring a souvenir and become part of the bar decoration.
- Tip: You can get your name immortalized in the planks!
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9 Treasure Beach – Black River Tour
One of the most brilliant tours in Jamaica: the Black River Tour. The river is indeed black, which is due to its bottom. It looks really unique. It is also home to many animals, and so you have the opportunity to see imposing crocodiles up close. They are not small. But don't worry, they are peaceful.
You will see many different birds, the trees and mangroves are full of them. The most ingenious bird of all: the Jesus-Bird, because it can walk over water.
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10 Kingston – Blue Mountains
The Blue Mountains are the longest mountain range in Jamaica, and the highest point is Blue Mountain Peak at, 7402 ft (2256 m). The landscape is breathtaking. Everything is green, full of ferns, eucalyptus, colorful wildflowers, and the Jamaica bamboo, which blooms only every 33 years. By the way, they are called the Blue Mountains because the peaks are mostly covered with fog, and especially in the morning, they shimmer bluish.
It is also the home of Blue Mountain coffee. A kilo costs up to 100 dollars and more due to the long ripening period, the low yield, the challenging conditions during harvesting, and, of course, the extraordinary aroma.
It is an absolute hiker's paradise. There are about 30 trails to choose from, the most popular being the “Peak Trail,” which goes up to Blue Mountain Peak. Book a local mountain guide because not all trails are in good condition, and there are many forks. It can take a long time to rescue.
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11 Kingston – Bob Marley Museum
- Tip: Everything will be musically accompanied uniquely...we won't tell you more!
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12 Kingston – Devon House
Be sure to visit Devon House. A masterpiece of Caribbean architecture, built by George Stiebel, Jamaica's first black millionaire. Take a heritage tour and see with time travel what luxury living was like more than 130 years ago.
Also, browse through the little stores: a chocolate paradise, a bakery, a souvenir store, and a restaurant. You must try the world-famous I-Scream ice cream.
According to National Geographic, this is one of the top ten ice cream stores in the world. Whether it's the classic Rum & Raisin or Pistachio, Mango, Coconut, or the beer-based flavor called Devon Stout.
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