March - Negril West End Reggae Festival

May - The Negril Carnival

Taxis have pre-established rates and buses services are available on a city and national level. Air Jamaica Express offers domestic flights.

Car and motorcycle rental desk can be found at the airport, in some hotels and in the city. When crossing the street or when renting a vehicle please remember that Jamaicans drive on the LEFT.

Resort and beaches offer all water sport services. Negril offers beautiful coral reefs set in calm, clear waters. It is a real diver’s paradise. Beginners looking for lessons should go to the Negril Scuba Centre which is one of the oldest dive operations in Jamaica.

Sailing or boating rides may lead to Booby Cay, a white limestone formation. Canoe trips go deep into the mysterious Negril Great Morass.

The Negril Hills Golf Club is an 18-hole course is located on the green hills and has spectacular views of the white sand beaches.

Thrill seekers will love the various activities that can be practised in this region such as sea kayaking, jungle river tubing, mountain biking along the coast, and parasailing.

Great treks can be done on horseback and some bring you to spots like the ruins of the Whitehall Great House.

At St. Ann's Bay, near Ocho Rios, the Seville Great House & Heritage Park includes artifacts from the excavated colony of Sevilla La Nueva (New Seville) that was founded in 1509 by the son of Columbus.

Negril Lighthouse
The lighthouse was built in 1894 and is the tallest structure around. The arduous climb takes you 100 ft up and you will be rewarded by breathtaking views of the coast.

Rhodes Hall Plantation
This small estate is a short distance east of Negril. Take an easy horseback excursion and explore the magical Jamaican countryside. The lush vegetation of banana trees and coconut palms will serve as a background for the legends told by your guide. And trip wouldn't be complete without a stop at Crocodile River.

Royal Palm Reserve
Carved into the Great Morass, it is a wonderful section of the massive to explore the local wetlands. There is much wildlife to admire such as sea hawks, ospreys, and the Jamaican woodpecker, butterflies and the endangered Jamaican black parakeet are more exotic. These can all be observed by following the boardwalks on 2 km.

Nearby Mayfield Fall is a great spot for camping, hiking and picnicking. Other activities include cliff jumping, cave diving and dipping in one of the natural hot springs.

Negril is a hip and happening scene, offering a wide range of options that includes: calypso beach barbecues like Alfred's; all-night dancing clubs such as Risky Business or the rauchy Hedonism II;and outdoor reggae concerts.

Rick's Cafe, located right of the coast, is a big favorite with locals and tourist. It is known for the pre-sunset entertainment where daredevil dives are done by local athletes from the 9 m cliff top.

Montego Bay
Come and explore the historical and colonial town of Montego Bay. It is the second largest city in the country and has countless landmarks to visit. Then go on a Mobay Submarine Dive where you can view the local marine life in partially glassed semi-submarine.

Ocho Rios
Visit the Dunn's River Falls and Park situated to the north side of Jamaica. Let the waters cascading down soothe you or climb the falls in human chains led by experienced fall guides. Relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the scenery.

Located beside the Black River, in beautiful Jamaican valleys, is the Appleton Rum Distillery. Since 1749 the Appleton Estate has been blending some of the finest rums in the world. You will learn about the distilling process from sugar cane, molasses, sugar, to wine and rum and then have a chance to savour these award-winning rums after the tour. Do stay sober enough to enjoy after the Black River wetlands afterwards.

Modern All Inclusive resorts are plenty as well as inns, motels or bed and breakfasts. Negril's hotels are purposely no taller then most palms. This is to ensure the protection of its natural resources.

Restaurants here tend to have a laid back and party atmosphere. Traditional places usually serve jerk chicken or pork and fresh fish. Popular ones are Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, Juicy J’s and Sweet Spice.

Epicurean Escape
A recent annual celebration serves up culinary seminars, wine and champagne tasting, pastry classes and other delicious plates.

Time Square Mall is the new shopping center filled with shops for you souvenir list of crafts, perfumes, cigars, liquor and Blue Mountain coffee.

Shopping enthusiasts will not be disappointed with the busy Negril Crafts Market, consisting of a collection of shacks. Bring your bargaining skills.