Snorkeling in Negril: Lobster lunch and Rick's Cafe

Dive Jamaica’s hidden reefs, feast on fresh lobster, then dance into sunset at Rick’s Café

Snorkel Negril's coral reefs guided by a lifeguard, spotting tropical fish and stingrays among the coral. The day includes a fresh lobster lunch on Booby Cay Island, then finishes at Rick's Cafe, the famous cliffside bar where you can cliff-dive, dance, and watch the sunset. The full experience runs six hours and includes all snorkeling gear, boat transport, drinks, and food.

The experience

Negril's snorkeling starts in the water with a lifeguard leading you through coral reefs where tropical fish and stingrays move through the shallows. You're equipped with snorkeling gear and the boat captain handles the route, so you focus on what's below the surface. The reef itself is the draw, not a guided lecture, but the chance to move through it at your own pace while someone trained watches the group.

After the reef, the boat heads to Booby Cay Island for lunch. The menu runs to grilled lobster, fish, chicken, and crab, each served with rice and peas or garlic bread. You eat on the island's beach in a quieter setting than what comes next, with bottled water and drinks (beer and rum punch included) available throughout the day.

The final stop is Rick's Cafe, the cliffside bar that anchors Negril's nightlife. It's famous for high-energy music, cliff-diving, and the sunset view. You can jump off the rocks if you want, dance with locals, or simply watch the light change over the water. The day wraps there, so you leave with the energy of the place still moving.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment and use of it.
• boat transport and a boat captain.
• a lifeguard guiding the reef.
• a fresh lobster, fish, chicken or crab lunch on Booby Cay Island.
• bottled water throughout the day.
• beer and rum punch.
• pickup included.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (18 to 49 years) · Senior (50 to 70 years) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (5 to 12 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupUp to 25

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Terry Tours Limited

Is this one for you?This snorkeling activity suits anyone who wants to move through the reef itself rather than watch from a boat, eat fresh seafood on an island beach, and end the day in Negril's liveliest spot. Children from age five are welcome, and the activity suits all fitness levels, though it's not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or pregnancy.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (5 to 12 years). Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.

What kind of marine life will I see while snorkeling in Negril?

Tropical fish and stingrays move through Negril's coral reefs where you'll be snorkeling. The lifeguard leads the group through the reef, so you're in the water with the fish, not watching from a boat.

Is snorkeling equipment provided, or do I need to bring my own?

Snorkeling equipment is included in the activity. You don't need to bring your own gear or rent it separately.

What happens at Booby Cay Island during the lunch stop?

Booby Cay Island is where you eat lunch on the beach. The menu includes grilled lobster, fish, chicken, and crab, each served with rice and peas or garlic bread. Drinks and water are included for the whole day.

What is Rick's Cafe and what can I do there?

Rick's Cafe is an iconic cliffside bar in Negril known for live music, cliff-diving, and sunset views. You can jump from the rocks if you want, dance, mingle with locals, or watch the sunset from the bar.

How long is the full snorkeling activity, and what time does it end?

The full experience runs six hours from start to finish, ending at Rick's Cafe. A lifeguard and boat captain are with you throughout, and pickup is included in the booking.

What's included in the price, and what isn't?

Snorkeling equipment, the boat, the lifeguard, the captain, drinks (beer and rum punch), and the lobster or fish lunch are all included. A bottle of tequila is not included.