For the nature-lovers...

For the nature-lovers... Nature lovers looking for more than just a beautiful beach resort should consider Jamaica an excellent opportunity to view the spectacular beauty of Caribbean flora and fauna.

The island offers a great variety of outdoor activities, ranging from hiking in the amazing Blue Mountains to spelunking along the unexplored caves of Cockpit Country. Here are some highly recommended natural attractions that promise to inspire and astonish.

Bird Watching

Birding in Jamaica is enhanced by the unique richness and variety of the landscape and the beautiful tropical climate. Rich in bird life, there are 25 species and 21 sub-species of birds that are found nowhere else on earth and the total number of different species is over 256.

Touring Society of Jamaica organizes bird watching tours.

T 876-954-2383.

Hiking & Mountain Climbing

The Blue Mountains reaching above 7,000 feet, the country roads through misty forests, mountain trails and bird songs offer excellent avenues for hiking and climbing.

Experience the lush beauty of the Rio Grande Valley with the eco-award winning Valley Hikes, which offers treks of varying difficulty throughout the John Crow Mountains. The paths parallel bubbling streams and bamboo forests, scale the sides of mountains, meander through the fern-laden valley floor where one eventually can find respite with a refreshing dip in a hidden waterfall or explore a tucked-away cave. This tour provides an opportunity for Jamaicans as well as visitors from abroad to get a better appreciation of the Valley’s nature, culture and rich heritage.

Along the way, guides will educate their hikers on the uses and preparation of indigenous plants and herbs.