Spirit of the Maroons cultural tour with lunch in Jamaica
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Spirit of the Maroons cultural tour with lunch in Jamaica

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Duration: more than 8 hours

This experience meets the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria. By choosing this experience you can protect the places you love, care for the environment and support local communities.

Why you’ll love this…
  • This is your window into the cultural context of Maroon communities in Jamaica
  • You'll learn about the island's history on a guided visit of the Maroon Museum
  • There are fresh and fragrant flavours on the menu during lunch at a sea-view restaurant
  • You'll have a tour of the Sun Valley farming estate and try fresh local produce
  • Your guide is a local expert on the history and culture of Jamaica
What to expect

Your journey through Jamaica's north will unveil the culture and history of the island. You'll visit the Charles Town Maroon Museum to learn about the Maroons' struggle for freedom, enjoy a tasty lunch and stroll through Sun Valley farming estate to sample fresh fruits and vegetables. Jada, one of our expert local guides, says "the Jamaican Maroons have a proud and fascinating heritage. They are descendants of enslaved West Africans who escaped from plantations and created communities known as Maroon Towns. These communities preserved their African roots – the Maroon culture is known for vibrant music, dance, storytelling, herbal medicine, and cuisine."

Our first stop is at Sun Valley Plantation, a cute little farm where you'll stroll through gardens to look at tropical flowers and taste some of the fruits and vegetables that're grown here. You'll also see how the locals have farmed here for generations. Afterwards, you'll head to the Charles Town Basic School, a small school at the heart of the Charles Town Maroon community. Then, you'll visit the Charles Town Maroon Museum – home to a wealth of artifacts, including traditional clothing, weaponry, and musical instruments. You'll learn about the Maroons' long struggle for freedom and their important role in Jamaica's history.

Next, it's time to sit down for lunch, which will have you eating like a local thanks to all the traditional Jamaican dishes on the menu. You'll dine in a laidback spot overlooking the coast.

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Where
Pickups are available from selected hotels in the following resorts: Riu Ocho Rios, Couples Tower Isle, Couples Sans Souci, Fisherman´s Point, Jamaica Inn, Moon Palace Jamaica, Rooms on the Beach Ocho Rios, Sandals Royal Plantation, Sandals Ochi Beach, Shaw ark Beach Hotel, The Jewel Dunns River Beach
What to remember
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Bring a hat
  • English-speaking guide for all nationalities
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Provider
TUI JAMAICA LTD
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

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