5-Day Relaxation Itinerary in Montego Bay, Jamaica

  • Day 1: Doctor's Cave Beach
    10 minutes (2 miles) from Sangster International Airport

    Doctor's Cave Beach is a public beach in Montego Bay, known for its clear turquoise waters and soft white sand. The beach offers umbrellas and beach chairs for rent, as well as water activities such as snorkeling and glass bottom boat tours.

  • Day 2: Rose Hall Great House
    25 minutes (11 miles) from Doctor's Cave Beach

    The Rose Hall Great House is a historic plantation home that offers tours of the house and its beautiful grounds. The house is also known for its haunting history, with many stories of ghosts and spirits.

  • Day 3: Martha Brae River Rafting
    30 minutes (17 miles) from Rose Hall Great House

    Martha Brae River Rafting is a relaxing and scenic experience where a guide takes visitors on a bamboo raft ride down the Martha Brae River. The tour includes stops for swimming and a view of the beautiful scenery along the river.

  • Day 4: Mystic Mountain
    40 minutes (20 miles) from Martha Brae River Rafting

    Mystic Mountain is an eco-park that offers various activities such as zip-lining, bobsledding, and a SkyExplorer chairlift that provides stunning views of the surrounding area. There is also a restaurant and bar on site for relaxing after the activities.

  • Day 5: YS Falls
    1 hour 25 minutes (55 miles) from Mystic Mountain

    YS Falls is a beautiful waterfall and natural pool in Saint Elizabeth. Visitors can swim in the pools and jump off the various levels of the falls. There are also zip-lining and river tubing activities available at the park.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Doctor's Cave Beach (4 hours, $10)
  • Rose Hall Great House (2 hours, $25)
  • Martha Brae River Rafting (2 hours, $70)
  • Mystic Mountain (4 hours, $100)
  • YS Falls (4 hours, $25)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $230

Transportation

It is recommended to rent a car or hire a private taxi for getting around Montego Bay and the surrounding areas. Taxis are available but can be expensive for longer distances. Car rentals range from $50-100 per day depending on the type of car and company. Most tourist destinations offer parking for a fee.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Rocklands Bird Sanctuary, where you can feed and interact with various bird species. For those who want to experience more of Jamaica's culture and history, a visit to the Bob Marley Museum in Kingston or the historic town of Falmouth are great options. For those with less time, consider combining Mystic Mountain and YS Falls into one day trip, as they are located in the same general area.

Airports

The main airport in Montego Bay is Sangster International Airport (MBJ). The airport is located in the city center and is approximately 3 miles from the popular tourist areas such as Doctor's Cave Beach and the Hip Strip.

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