Catamaran Cruise Full Day Tour- Reef, Rick's Cafe & Negril Beach
Description
Join us for an unforgettable day trip to Negril, Jamaica! Start your day with a guided scenic bus ride on Jamaica's North Coast to Negril, where you'll have time to shop for souvenirs before heading to Margaritaville. Relax, walk, and soak up the sun on the famous 7 Mile Beach, with plenty of time to grab lunch on your own. In the afternoon, board our catamaran cruise. Enjoy snorkeling (weather permitting), spotting colorful fish and corals, or simply relaxing on deck. Our cruise features a lively party atmosphere with drinks and music included. We'll make a stop at the reef and Rick's Cafe. Watch the sun seemingly melt into the sea as you rock to the beat of reggae music from the live band. If you are going on the cruise, you will arrive here by boat. All passengers then reboard the bus at Ricks, once the sun has set (Visit depends on weather conditions). *Disclaimer: Sunset viewing times are subject to change based on the season, and exact views may vary.
Tour Options
Itinerary
All guests who are not staying in Negril , arrive here by bus and enjoy free time to explore the 7 mile beach on their own from this location. You board the boat in the early afternoon for the cruise, from the beach here on days Mon/Wed / Fri
Ricks Cafe is the most popular bar in Jamaica and the most famous place from which to watch the magnificent sunset. Watch the sun seemingly melt into the sea as you rock to the beat of reggae music from the live band. If you are going on the cruise, you will arrive here by boat. All passengers then reboard the bus at Ricks, once the sun has set (Visit depends on weather conditions).
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pickups are done on the Main Road or close to any major hotels. Bring a towel and change of clothes.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- PREGNANT PERSONS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED ON CATAMARAN
- The Catamaran leaves from Negril in the afternoon. The duration of the tour varies depending on where you are staying in Jamaica. You are transported to Negril by bus, then you have time on the beach and THEN afterwards the catamaran.
- Please note: the primary mode of transportation for this tour is via air-conditioned bus with a catamaran cruise included as part of tour in the afternoon.
- Adults only cruise Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays
- Visit to Reefs and 1 hour Stop by Ricks Cafe
- Boat sails from Margaritaville
- Please be advised that boarding and exiting our boat requires wading into the water. As a result, guests should expect to get wet. To ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience, we recommend dressing in attire that can accommodate water exposure, such as swimwear, water shoes, and lightweight, quick-drying clothing.
- Family-Friendly Cruises Mondays & Wednesdays
Reviews(394)
Not a good tour for family. Many drunk american twerking all the time. Snorkelling was very short and didn’t get to see or stay at the beach. Very poor
Thank you for your feedback. We understand that the party atmosphere may not have been what you were looking for. We do offer designated Family Days, which provide a more family-friendly experience and are recommended for guests traveling with children. We appreciate your feedback and hope you'll consider joining us on a Family Day for a more suitable experience. 🇯🇲⛵😊
My husband and I enjoyed this excursion. We were picked up in a private van (this surprised us since we assumed it would be a group of people) and were transported from our hotel in Montego Bay to Negril. Our driver, Shawn, was FANTASTIC! We totally clicked with him. He was very down to earth and showed us some sights along the way. He stopped at the colorful NEGRIL sign and took pics for my husband and I. He then took us to a souvenir shop, which was great, and then to Margaritaville for lunch. (This expense was not part of the excursion). He made sure we got checked in with the tour company and then let us enjoy our lunch. We went down to the beach when we were told to in order to await the catamaran. Beware …. There are lots of people trying to sell you things by the beach - just say no if you don’t want anything. They were all nice. Then you have to wade out into the water (pretty deep) and hold your belongings up high so they don’t get wet. Good thing my husband is tall! Once on the boat, we drove over to the snorkeling area where you could snorkel if you wanted. Plenty of people snorkeled, but many did not. This is when the open bar is available. (No alcohol before snorkeling). That’s when the party started!!! My husband and I said it would have been amazing if we were in our 20’s/30’s, but we certainly enjoyed people watching. 😜🤣 Lots of partying and dancing!!!! But you’re not allowed to smoke on the boat. After snorkeling, it was on to Rick’s Cafe for about an hour or so. You have to get on a water taxi to get over the the doc. That was quite entertaining watching various people maneuver this, but the crew were amazing and helpful! At Rick’s you can just watch the entertainment, including watching people jump off the cliffs. I opted for the smaller cliff, while my husband just watched. We ordered a couple of drinks, and got ready to get back on the boat. When you get back on the boat, it’s just about time to watch the sun setting as you drive back to Margaritaville. It was gorgeous!!! Once we got back, our driver was just there waiting on us. He let us change out of our wet clothes, get situated, and headed back to Montego Bay. He even stopped at an ATM AND a roadside jerk chicken stand for us. All in all, it was good! A bit on the touristy side, but good. Definitely wear your swimsuit with a cover up or something, since you will literally be walking into the water before you even get on the boat. And bring a towel and a change of clothes for the ride back.
Thank you for your detailed review! We're thrilled to hear you had such a memorable experience and that Shawn went above and beyond to make your day special. From the scenic stops and local recommendations to helping with your belongings and even stopping for jerk chicken, we're glad he made you feel well taken care of. We truly appreciate your helpful tips for future guests and hope to welcome you back to Jamaica soon! 🇯🇲⛵😊
We had a great tour. Beautiful day, nice catamaran with drinks and music. Snorkeling for 40 minutes and visiting Riks Cafe and Margaritaville and having fun at 7 miles beach. Perfect. God job.
Nice experience, overall. The staff were all VERY nice. Glad to have done it but absolutely one and done. Rick’s Cafe was nothing special. We didn’t see the spectacular sunset. 😉 This was my first time to Negril, specifically. Yea….I would not discourage anyone from this excursion but I wouldn’t do it a second time.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're glad to hear you had an overall nice experience and that our staff made such a positive impression with their friendly service. We're sorry the visit to Rick's Café and the sunset didn't quite meet your expectations. While weather and sunset visibility are beyond our control, we appreciate your honest comments and are pleased you would still recommend the excursion to others. Thank you for choosing Holiday Services, and we hope to welcome you back for another Jamaican adventure! 🇯🇲😊⛵
Michael was great! The van had AC, wifi and great vibes! He was a pure gentleman with all of us and handled us with care. I would definitely recommend.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that Michael provided such excellent service and that you enjoyed the air-conditioned vehicle, Wi-Fi, and great atmosphere. We'll be sure to share your kind words with him. Thank you for the recommendation, and we look forward to serving you again on your next visit to Jamaica! 🇯🇲😊🚐✨
The best tour I’ve ever taken. It is 100% worth it. The highlight was definitely our guide, Shawn, who showed us the city along the way; he was kind and friendly. The journey was accompanied by great reggae music and cultural insights. The catamaran trip was a total party. It is definitely an experience you have to try. We highly recommend it!
Thank you for your kind words! We’re delighted Shawn provided impeccable service. We’ll be sure to pass along your thanks!
Amazing Experience!!! Def worth booking. Thank you GARFIELD!!!!! YOU THE BEST Mon. Took care of us from beginning to end!!
We are thrilled that you enjoyed your service with us. Your kind words mean a lot to Garfield and our team. Thank you for choosing us, and we look forward to seeing you again in the future.
Brilliant catamaran cruise then to Rick's cafe. Both amazing.
It was our pleasure to be part of your vacation. Thank you for sharing your experience and for recommending us. We hope to welcome you back soon.
Prior to booking the trip I checked availability for pickup and noted that the team picked up from hotel and air bnbs. After booking I was advised that they only pick up from hotels. Very annoying as this meant I ended up doing absolutely nothing. Wasted day!
We re sorry you did not participate in this tour. Always read the tour description and inclusions carefully before booking your next excursion. It states in the description of this tour, "Pickups are done on the Main Road or close to any major hotels." We do not pickup from Airbnb and there is no confirmation that we do in the description of this tour.
Shawn was the best driver ever! He felt like family. We were in a private pickup, he came in time and waited for us. He offered great conversation, safe driving and made us feel at home. I would recommend Shawn and this excursion to everyone who comes to Jamaica.
Thank you for your kind words! We appreciate your recommendation!
