Snorkeling in Negril with Rick's Cafe sunset and cliff diving

Snorkel the warm waters, then dive off the cliffs at sunset

A six-hour snorkeling tour in Negril combines swimming and reef exploration along the West End with a boat ride, then moves to Rick's Cafe for sunset viewing, cliff diving and live reggae. A guide in English leads the full day, with hotel pickup and bottled water included. Children from age six are welcome.

Step-by-step itinerary

Beach, snorkeling, and sunset at Rick's Cafe

• Travel along West End of Jamaica
• Visit Jimmy Buffet’s Margarittaville in Negril
• Relax on Seven Miles Beach
• Swim and snorkel in tropical waters
• Enjoy reggae music on the beach
• Watch and join cliff diving at Rick's Cafe
• Capture sunset photos and videos
• Try food and drinks at Rick's Cafe
• Listen to local reggae band

The experience

The day starts at Margaritaville on Seven Miles Beach, where you swim and snorkel in Negril's blue water while reggae plays on the sand. The reef here is close enough to reach without a long boat ride, so most of your water time lands in the morning when the light is clearest and the beach is less crowded. After you've had your fill of the reef, the group moves to the boat for a ride along the West End.

Rick's Cafe sits on the cliffs above the water, and the tour times your arrival for the late afternoon so you're there as the sun drops toward the horizon. The bar and restaurant stay open through the golden hour, and a local reggae band plays while you eat, drink and watch. If you want to jump, the cliff diving happens here. It's optional, but the setup is built around it. The water below is deep enough and the guides know the safe spots.

Your guide speaks English throughout and handles the logistics of moving between Margaritaville, the boat and Rick's Cafe. Hotel pickup is included, so you don't arrange your own transport to the beach. Bottled water comes with the tour. The six hours covers the snorkeling, the boat ride, the sunset and the time at Rick's Cafe, though you're not eating a full meal there. That's on you if you want it.

What’s included

• Bottled water.
• hotel pickup.
• English-speaking guide for the full six hours.
• snorkeling at Seven Miles Beach.
• boat ride along the West End.
• entry and time at Rick's Cafe during sunset.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00, 10:00 and 11:00

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (18 to 70 years) · Youth (6 to 17 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Beanland Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you want snorkeling in calm morning waters followed by sunset at Rick's Cafe without coordinating two separate trips. The fixed itinerary handles the timing for you.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (6 to 17 years). Children under 6 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 snorkeling like on the reef at Negril?

The reef at Seven Miles Beach is close to shore and shallow enough for swimmers of all levels. You snorkel from Margaritaville in the morning when visibility is best and the beach is quieter than later in the day.

Can I cliff dive at Rick's Cafe, or is it just for watching?

Cliff diving at Rick's Cafe is optional and part of the tour setup. The guides know the safe jump spots and the water depth, so if you want to jump, you can. If you'd rather watch and photograph, that works too.

What time does the sunset viewing happen?

The tour times your arrival at Rick's Cafe for late afternoon so you're there as the sun sets. You'll have time to eat, drink and watch from the bar and restaurant while a local reggae band plays.

Is a meal included, or do I pay separately at Rick's Cafe?

Food and drinks at Rick's Cafe are not included in the tour price. You can order from the menu and bar if you want to eat or drink while you're there.

Do I need experience to snorkel, or is this suitable for beginners?

The snorkeling at Seven Miles Beach is suitable for all fitness levels and doesn't require prior experience. The reef is shallow and close to shore, and your guide is there throughout the water time.