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Jamaica

Jamaica is full of character, with reggae rhythms, lush mountains and beautiful beaches. Montego Bay is a lively gateway, Negril is known for its Seven Mile Beach and sunsets, and Ocho Rios for Dunn's River Falls. English is spoken, and cars drive on the left.

Region: Caribbean

Trip types on sale: Beach.

Places

Best time to go

December to April, the drier season. The hurricane season runs from June to November.

Who it suits

Couples, families, music lovers and groups of friends.

Getting there

Non-stop flights from London Gatwick and London Heathrow to Montego Bay (MBJ) and Kingston (KIN) take about 10 hours.

Practical

  • Time: 5 hours behind the UK in winter and 6 hours behind in summer.
  • Currency: Jamaican dollar
  • Language: English.

Typical daytime highs

  • Dry season (December to April). Typical daytime highs around 29 to 31°C in the dry season (December to April).
  • Summer (June to August). Typical daytime highs around 31 to 32°C in summer (June to August).

These are typical ranges, not a forecast.

Things to do

  • Climb Dunn's River Falls
  • Relax on Negril's Seven Mile Beach
  • Watch the sunset over Negril's cliffs
  • Raft on the Martha Brae River
  • Visit the Bob Marley Museum
  • Explore the Blue Mountains

Questions

How long is the flight to Jamaica?

About 10 hours from London.

Can I climb Dunn's River Falls?

Yes, guided climbs are popular from Ocho Rios.

UK passport holders should check the latest entry requirements on GOV.UK foreign travel advice before booking.