The most popular sports in Jamaica are soccer (football) and cricket. You can always find a quick game of soccer going on the beach.
However, for those from landlocked northern cities snorkeling in Negril offers wonders that are not available in your home towns. Snorkeling is easy to find in Negril and available from most hotels and resorts which have people to help you with planning the right snorkeling adventure for you. Some of the best snorkeling spots are off the West End cliffs where you can find wonderful coral and rock formations just offshore.
For those more adventurous you can enjoy some of the best scuba diving in Jamaica while on vacation in Negril. With top dive spots such as the Throne Room and Arches Reef and some of the clearest waters you ever saw you can always find something new to see underwater. Bottlenose Dolphin are common in the Caribbean and scuba divers in Negril often have the chance to see them in the wild for a unique and memorable experience.
There are several stunningly beautiful waterfalls that you can either climb or "play in" including Mayfield and YS Falls. There are several different styles of fishing available from off-shore casting to deep sea excursions. There are many caves around the island both steeped in history and beautiful natural wonders. There are many rivers to raft on both white-water or romantic "gondola style". You don't have to wander far to find a passionate game of dominoes going on somewhere.
Many other activities you can enjoy include: Bicycle tours down the Blue Mountains, Zip-Line Rainforest Canopy Tours, shopping of every ilk, Heli-tours, Swimming with Dolphins, underwater adventures, horseback ride n' swim, catamaran-snorkel-margaritaville, YS falls, Mayfield Falls, Rick's cafe, tubing, and spas.
Jamaica is an incredible natural playground just waiting for you to take part. Enjoy.
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