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If you can bring yourself to leave the comfort of the Highland House, you'll find there are all forms of adventures in Jamaica. Sun-soaked beaches with luminous turquoise waters are just 10 minutes away, as are resort golf courses, horseback riding tours, catamaran cruises, watersports, and more. You can pre-arrange your activities before you arrive with the help of the Highland House coordinator, or ask the butler to organize spontaneous activities.
Appleton Rum Distillery
Take a guided tour of the distillery and sample various rums. Combine with a visit to Y.S. Falls.
Black River Safari and Y.S. Falls Tour
Located on the south side of the island - a twenty-minute drive from the villa. Take boat ride up Black River to see crocodiles in their natural habitat. Visit spectacular and picturesque Y.S. Falls ($14.75 entrance fee).
Croydon in the Mountains
Tour a working coffee plantation and enjoy tasting samples.
Deep Sea Fishing and Sailing Charters
411' Viking tournament-equipped sport fishing boat plus SunCat Catamaran for up to 60 guests with crew of 5. Snorkeling, sunset, and private party charters. Rates and Reservations: 876-995-2921 or page at 876-936-6207.
Duty-free Shopping
Montego Bay or Freeport (where cruise ships dock). Also, Half Moon Shopping Villa and Holiday Inn shopping arcade. Big craft markets in Montego Bay, Ocho Rios, and Negril. Dealing for the best price is expected.
Greenwood Great House
Built by the Barrettes of Wimpole Street in 1790 for entertaining. The "greatest" Great House in Jamaica. The finest antique museum in the Caribbean plus amazing view from the veranda of the curve in the earth's surface. Well worth the trip to Falmouth. $10
876-953-1077
Golf
| Tryall Golf, Tennis, and Beach Club | 876-956-5660 |
| Half Moon Golf Club | 876-953-2560 |
| Wyndam Rose Hall Country Club | 876-953-2650 |
| Ironshore Golf Course | 876-953-2800 |
| Ritz Carlton | 888-281-3778 |
Horseback Riding
| Half Moon | 876-953-2211 |
| Rocky Point Stables (mountain riding) | 876-953-2286 |
| Good Hope Riding (jungle & waterfalls) | 876-954-2289 |
| Oasis Riding Stable (mountain riding) | 876-953-3013 |
Martha Brae Rafting
Approximately 1 hr 15 min ride 18 miles east of Half Moon, 2 miles south of Falmouth.
Mayfield Falls
1 and half hr drive. Incredible hiking, waterfall, and ecology tour.
Massage/Spa Service
A full range of services available including full body massage, facials, reflexology, and body wraps, as well as manicures and pedicures.
Mountain Valley Rafting
Float downstream on a bamboo poled raft through Jamaica's tropical countryside. Jitney tour of the area and lunch are optional.
Negril
1 hr 15 min drive. West of Montego Bay. 7 miles of white sand beach, clubs, restaurants, reggae, and beach bars. Totally casual. Watch the sunset from the infamous Rick's Café. Cliff diving and snorkeling on Negril's reefs.
Ocho Rios
90 min drive east of Montego Bay. See fabulous Dunn's River Falls. Take swimsuits and sneakers and walk the falls with guides.
Pier 1
Funky and casual native waterfront bar. Cruise Montego Bay and party every Friday night ($25 per person cash bar). Opposite the craft market in town.
Restaurants
The staff will give you a list of restaurants should you wish to dine out. A good variety is available, from roadside jerk pork to elegant candlelight Continental cuisine.
Rockland Feeding Station
Reach out and touch Jamaica's exotic Mango Hummingbird, Orange Quit, and Doctor Bird. Bird feeding daily at 3:30 in Anchovy (15 minute drive).
876-952-2009
Rose Hall Great House
Legendary home of Annie Palmer (the White Witch) who ruled cruelly and died violently. An exciting tour of the home. Open 7 days/week $15
Round Hill Beach Party
Every Monday, beach barbecue buffet with Calypso band. Every Friday, Jamaica Night with Jamaican buffet plus steel band or reggae band plus Jamaican floorshow. $49 for dinner and music (beverages extra). Children under 12 get 50% discount. Reservations 876-956-7050.
Scuba Diving & Snorkeling
Captain's waters sports at nearby Round Hill. Poseidon divers give lessons, equipment, and guidance to fish and coral 6'-120' down plus cave, canyons, and sponges 150 yards off shore. Also, excellent diving at Tryall Beach Club, Half Moon, and on Negril's reefs. For a special treat, call Ben Baker for a private scuba lesson in your own villa pool. He'll take you out for a real dive when he has certified you after two or three lessons.
876-953-6461
Sunset Cruise, Snorkeling, Fishing
Call Bertrand Sailly at Reading Reef to reserve sunset cruise in a powerboat or fishing trip including gear or boat tour of Negril or Marine Park. Max. of 8 passengers. Full day $600, half day $300. 876-952-5909
Tennis
Plenty of courts for day or night play at Round Hill, Tryall Half Moon, Holiday Inn and Racquet Club.
Timair Air Tour
See the grandeur of Jamaica's mountains and coastline from the air. 876-952-2516 (day) or 876-952-8237 (evening).
Tryall Beach Party
Every Thursday (call to check availability). Beach barbecue and dancing, reggae music, entertainment, fun. $35 for adults, $17.50 for children under 12; no charge for children 4 and under. Add 10% service charge. Drinks additional. Call one day in advance for reservations. 876-956-5660
Water Sports Rentals and Sunset Cruises
| Tryall | 876-956-5660 |
| Half Moon | 876-953-2211 |
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