Negril is a seaside resort on the Western edge of Jamaica. It is probably most well-known for its Seven Mile (11 km) Beach. Negril’s village center and the Southern part of the Seven Mile Beach are in the Westmoreland parish while the most Northern part lies in the Hanover parish.



The name Negril derived from “Negrillo”. That name was given by the Spaniards to the black cliffs south of the village in 1994. Negril’s development to a seaside resort started late 1950’s. Near the end of the 1960 ‘s the first small scaled tourist accommodations appeared in Negril. When the road from Green Island was asphalted the village started to florish. Back in the sixties it was mainly very popular amongst hippies. Whereas a lot of mass tourist accommodations were built on Jamaica’s north coast during the seventies and eighties Negril preserved its charme of small-scale and sociability.

Nowadays you can just enjoy and relax at the Seven Mile Beach or on your resort while staying in Negril. For the people who do want to explore the surroundings and Jamaican culture or participate in (sporty) activities there are a lot of options. We have made a selection of six great excursions, tours, mini cruises and outdoor activities suitable for the entire family. Book them online so you will take advantage of great discounts and you don`t have to go through all the hassle of booking them on site and can fully enjoy a carefree vacation.

1. Dolphin Cove Experience in Negril

Dolphin Encounter or Dolphin Swim in Negril



Swim, dance and play with dolphins at Dolphin Cove, one of the largest natural dolphin lagoons in the world!



Learn all about dolphins from a local trainer



See a variety of other animals including stingrays and exotic birds



Perfect for the entire family!

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2. Black River Safari, YS Falls & Appleton Rum Estate Tour

Black River day trip from Negril



Stroll down Jamaica’s Black River, visit the beautiful YS Falls and tour the Appleton Rum Factory



Absorb information about the native plants and wildlife from your specialist guide



Hotel pickup and drop-off included

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3. Canopy Tour

Glide through the treetops of Jamaica on a canopy tour



Experience 9 canopy runs and pleasing nature walks



Complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off



World Travel Award’s 2010 winner for Leading Nature Adventure Excursion Operator in the Caribbean!

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4. Jamaica Combo Tour: Dunn’s River Falls and Bob Marley’s Nine Mile

Day trip to Dunn’s River Falls and Nine Mile



Visit Nine Mile, home of music icon Bob Marley



Learn all about the ‘King of Reggae’ from your specialist guide



Climb to the top of Jamaica’s famous Dunn’s River Falls



Swim in the waterfall’s cool terraced pools and admire beautiful views of the pleasing landscape



Option to include a Luminous Lagoon night boat ride



Hotel pickup and drop-off, all entrance fees and lunch included

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5. Negril Sightseeing Tour with Sunset at Rick’s Cafe

Sunset tour to Negril, on Jamaica’s west coast



Discover the charm of Negril while browsing the local shops



Enjoy seven miles of white-sand beaches



Watch a beautiful Caribbean sunset at Rick’s Cafe



Have a mouth-watering lunch of Jamaican jerk chicken and other treats



Hotel pickup and drop-off included

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6. Negril Catamaran Cruise with Sunset at Rick’s Cafe

Negril catamaran cruise



Sail on a luxury catamaran with an experienced crew



Watch the striking sunset from the waters near Rick’s Cafe



Snorkel from the boat with all equipment included



Enjoy drinks from the open bar and reggae music through the speakers



Hotel pickup and drop-off included

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