Transportation & Tours

Airport transfers

Jamaica Tours Ltd. is the official transportation provider for the 3rd International Tourism Conference. Please see the discounted rates below:

  • Round trip airport shared transfers from the Montego Bay Airport to Iberostar Rosehall
    US$15.00 per person
  • Round trip airport private transfers from the Montego Bay Airport to Iberostar Rosehall
    Private Car 1 - 2 persons
    US$100.00 round trip
    Private van 3-7 persons
    US$165.00 round trip
    8 persons and over
    US$20.00 per person round trip

To take advantage of the special rates, please identify yourself to the Jamaica Tours Ltd representative on arrival at the Sangster International Airport.

You may also contact the company at:

Name: Jamaica Tours Limited
Address: Providence Drive, Ironshore, Montego Bay
Parish: St. James
Country: Jamaica, West Indies
Telephone: (876) 953-3700
Fax: (876) 953-2107
Email: info@jamaicatoursltd.com
Website: http://www.jamaicatoursltd.com/index.php?affiliateid=


Study Tours

Two options are available for the study tour on Tuesday November 11, 2014 from 2:30pm - 5:00pm.


Montego Bay Marine Park

Overview

The Montego Bay Marine Park is a vast area of protected sea water surrounding the entire length of Montego Bay (from the Donald Sangster International Airport to the Great River). The park includes the waters of Doctor's Cave Beach,Aquasol Beach, Cornwall Beach and Dead End Beach as well as the private beaches of hotels in and around Montego Bay. Certain activities (such as fishing and water sports) are prohibited or restricted in various parts of the park in order to preserve the underwater environment for future generations. The Montego Bay Marine Park can be explored simply by going for a swim at any of the beaches in Montego Bay. To get a closer look at the aquatic wildlife take along a snorkel and mask or join an organised snorkelling or glass bottomed boat trip out on the reef. For a more immersive experience there are several scuba diving schools in Montego Bay which run diving trips for experienced divers and curious non-divers (as well as diving courses for those looking to get certified). Alternatively, trips in a submersible boat are run from the park's headquarters at the Pier One marina.

In addition to famous beaches, Montego Bay Marine Park encompasses a range of aquatic environments including:

  • Coral Reefs (which make for great diving)
  • Mangroves (which provide a rich ecosystem for marine life and can be explored by kayak)

The Montego Bay Marine Park is managed by the Montego Bay Marine Park Trust, which was established in 1991. There is a research centre at the Marine Park's headquarters at the Pier One complex. You can pay a visit to learn more about the activities of the trust park, including:

  • Scientific monitoring (such as observation of fish, coral and beach erosion)
  • Community outreach programs (such as teaching members of the community to respect the marine environment and help to preserve it for future generations)
  • Enforcement of the laws of the park.

Source: http://www.jamaicatravelandculture.com/destinations/st_james/montego_bay/montego-bay-marine-park.htm

Tour should last for approximately one (1) hour and include a glass-bottom boat tour of the park. Participants are asked to:

  • Wear comfortable clothing and shoes
  • Take along a hat and sunscreen

For more information, please visit http://www.mbmp.org/


Rasta Indigenous Village

The Tour

The Rasta Village (or Rastafarian Indigenous Village) is a unique way to experience life of the followers of Rastafari. The village is home to a community of Rastafarians and is open for guided tours.

The tours begin in the Tropical Gardens on the Montego River, just outside of Montego Bay. You will be lead from here through a shallow river into the village. As you approach you'll hear the drumming and chanting getting louder.

On the tour you'll be told about Rastafarian life including the principles of living in harmony with nature and the role of Heillie Selassi. The chef then gives a tour of the village kitchen, showing the vegetables, herbs and spices used in Rastafarian cooking, showing the nutritional and culinary importance of each ingredient.

You will also be given a tour of the village herb library where your guide will explain the medicinal properties of the many herbs grown there and, in some cases, those which scientists are beginning to investigate for their use in scientific remedies.

The village also has a meditative labyrinth you can walk around and engage in your own private contemplation.

The tour ends on a musical note with a traditional drum and chanting session in the centre of the village. Herbal tea and fresh fruits are served to you whilst you listen. You may even be invited to join the drummers at the end of the session.

Traditional jewelry, clothing and herbal remedies are made and sold in the village.

The Rastafarian Indigenous Village was established in December 2008 by three of the residents - IION Kanaka, First Man and Ileen IION. The village is growing, with an amphitheatre and residential huts being built and Rastafarian followers from other settlements are due to join the community in the future. (Jamaica Travel and Culture, 2011) http://www.jamaicatravelandculture.com/index.html

Tour should last for approximately one (1) hour and include a glass-bottom boat tour of the park. Participants are asked to:

  • Wear comfortable clothing and shoes
  • Take along a hat and sunscreen

For more information, please visit www.rastavillage.com