Skip ordinary, mundane trips and add a little excitement with your own customized adventure in Jamaica. If there is that one thing you’ve always wanted to do but haven’t, the opportunity waits to challenge yourself right here in Jamaica. From exploring the country-side, to engaging in adrenaline-pumping acts, to basking in beautiful sceneries, there are tons of activities to suit the wild adventurer or the nature enthusiast. Here are eight exhilarating activities that adventurers can do in Jamaica.
Cliff Dive
Rick’s Cafe in Negril is the place to go to experience a dive off the cliff and take a swim in the welcoming waters of the Caribbean sea. This exhilarating experience of diving from a jutted piece of rock approximately 40ft above sea level is becoming increasingly popular, especially in the little enclave known as West End in Negril. Though not recommended by tourism officials due to safety concerns, cliff-diving attracts many adventure-seekers to the area. The backdrop of the spectacular sunset offers a relaxing atmosphere, making cliff diving a great way to spend time with friends, and add some excitement to their stay in Jamaica.
Climb Waterfalls
The land of wood and water has many waterfalls scattered throughout the island, and climbing to the peak is a must-do for any adventurer. Perhaps the most popular is the world famous Dunn’s River Falls located in St. Ann, which has one of few beaches that has a waterfall flowing directly into it. If you’re up to the challenge of climbing a steep slope, with cool river water pounding on the rocks near you while basking in nature’s beauty likened to a tropical forest, this activity is ideal for you. Those who achieve the coveted mission of reaching the top are rewarded with a sense of accomplishment and often a taste of local food and souvenirs from the attraction.
Climb Blue Mountain Summit
Home to some of the world’s best coffee, the Blue Mountain stretches to a height of 7,402 feet above the city of Kingston. Hiking to the top is a demanding feat, but one which rewards you with spectacular views and an exciting rendezvous with nature. Much more than a causal stroll, the climb is usually made from either Kingston or Port Antonio. Hikers usually start out just before daybreak to catch breathtaking views of the rising sun and watch the city come to life below.
Zip lining
What better way to enjoy the natural beauty of the island than whisking and gliding through the trees from one platform to another. Zip-lining in Jamaica can be enjoyed by visiting the Mystic Mountain Rainforest Adventures in St. Ann or Chukka Caribbean Adventures also in St. Ann. The experience may consist of several different platforms from which you’ll fly through the air ogling the jungle or a rushing river beneath. The superman experience gives a totally different perspective of the island, as adventurers survey its beauty from above.
Cockpit Country Tour
Take an exciting tour of a rugged terrain by engaging in the Cockpit Country adventure. Prepare for a day spent exploring towering cliffs, limestone caves, waterfalls and underground rivers. The Cockpit Country tour features beautiful scenery as well as wildlife and indigenous plants you will only find in the jungle of the Cockpit Country. It’s the perfect activity for nature lovers and has ‘picture perfect’ sceneries for nature photographers.
River Rafting
River rafting includes a ride downstream on a bamboo raft with a skillful tour guide who knows the river and his culture just as well. Similar to boating on a gondola in Venice, river rafting is also a romantic activity that many couples enjoy. As the raft glides down the river, it is flanked by the backdrop of a natural forest with tropical trees and plants to complete the scenery. To experience this adventure, you may visit places such as Martha Brae in Trelawny or the Rio Grande in Port Antonio, Portland.
Scuba Diving
If you have scuba certification, then take a dive into the Jamaican waters and get to see magnificent underwater creatures up close while capturing the moment with an underwater camera. Scuba diving in Jamaica is a thrilling experience that is available in several locations around the island. Choose from resort locations in the western town of Negril, or make your way to Jamaica’s north coast for scuba locations in Montego Bay and Ocho Rios.
Surfing
Jamaica may seem like an unlikely place for surfing but it is becoming an increasingly popular activity. There are various surfing locations across the island such as Boston Bay and Long Bay in Portland, Discovery Bay in St. Ann and Treasure Beach in St. Elizabeth. If you are a surf lover and have your gear ready, surfing is as simple as finding the right wave. Nevertheless, if you are without gear, staff at surfing locations are only too happy to assist you to embark on this exhilarating adventure.
