Snorkeling in Negril: Coral Reef & Booby Cay Island

One hour in the reef, then a white sand island and fresh-grilled fish

Snorkeling in Negril combines a one-hour reef dive at Coral Reef with a visit to Booby Cay Island, starting with pickup from Grand Palladium Lucea or Lady Hamilton and transport to Seven Miles Beach. Snorkeling gear is provided. A boat captain guides you to the best swimming spots. The activity runs about two hours total and includes the boat ride, reef time, and island stop.

Step-by-step itinerary

Glass bottom boat and snorkeling tour

• Pickup from Grand Palladium Resort Lucea
• Drive 35 minutes to Negril Seven Miles Beach
• Begin boat activity at Seven Miles Beach
• Snorkel for 1 hour at Carol Reef
• Visit Booby Cay Island
• Relax on white sandy beach
• Optional fish and lobster from local grill
• Return to Seven Miles Beach

The experience

The boat captain picks the best section of Coral Reef for you to snorkel, and you spend an hour in the water with your own gear or equipment the boat provides. The captain guides you on where to swim to get the most out of the reef, so you're not navigating blind. After the reef, the boat heads to Booby Cay Island, a small white sand beach where you can swim and rest.

Pickup happens at Grand Palladium Lucea or Lady Hamilton, then it's a 35-minute drive to Seven Miles Beach in Negril where the boat launches. Once you're back on shore after the island stop, you'll be driven back to the beach. The whole outing runs roughly two hours on the water and in transit.

Locals on Booby Cay run a small grill setup selling fresh fish and lobster if you want to eat while you're there. The activity suits all fitness levels, and children from age six are welcome.

What’s included

• Private transportation from Grand Palladium Lucea or Lady Hamilton to Seven Miles Beach.
• snorkeling equipment.
• boat ride to Coral Reef and Booby Cay Island.
• guidance from the boat captain on where to swim.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (16 to 70 years) · Child (6 to 14 years) · Under 6: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 20

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 4 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelers

Operated by ExplorerJamaica Transportation & Tours

Is this one for you?Two hours total leaves room for other activities in Negril the same day, though the 35-minute drive each way means you'll want to plan the rest of your morning or afternoon around the pickup time.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 14 years). Under 6: they can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the water like at Coral Reef where we'll be snorkeling?

Coral Reef in Negril is the section the boat captain chooses as the best area for snorkeling that day. You'll spend an hour in the water there with either your own snorkeling gear or equipment provided by the boat.

How long is the drive from Grand Palladium to the beach where the boat leaves?

The drive from Grand Palladium Lucea to Seven Miles Beach in Negril takes 35 minutes, then you board the boat for the reef and island portion of the activity.

What can we do on Booby Cay Island?

Booby Cay Island has a small white sand beach where you can swim and relax. Locals run a grill setup there selling fresh fish and lobster if you want to buy food while you're on the island.

Is snorkeling gear included, or do we need to bring our own?

Snorkeling gear is provided by the boat, though you can bring your own if you prefer.