Activities

Spirit of the Maroons Cultural Tour in Jamaica

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£124.00

Free cancellation

Language: English

Printed ticket only

Duration: more than 8 hours

Guided tour

Meal included

Do this because

Understand the cultural context of Maroon communities in Jamaica
Learn about island history on a guided visit of the Maroon Museum
Discover fresh flavours with a lunch at Strawberry Fields Together
Explore Sun Valley Plantation and try fresh the best local produce
Expert local guide with unrivalled knowledge of Jamaica and its history

What to expect

Your journey through Jamaica's north will unveil the culture and history of the island. You'll visit the Charles Town Maroon Museum to learn about the Maroons' struggle for freedom, enjoy a tasty lunch at Strawberry Fields Together, and stroll through Sun Valley Plantation to sample fresh fruits and vegetables. Jada, one of our expert local guides, says 'The Jamaican Maroons have a proud and fascinating heritage. They are descendants of West African slaves who escaped from plantations and created communities known as Maroon Towns. These communities preserved their African roots - the Maroon culture is known for vibrant music, dance, storytelling, herbal medicine, and cuisine.'

Our first stop is the Charles Town Basic School, a small school at the heart of the Charles Town Maroon community. Then we'll visit the Charles Town Maroon Museum - home to a wealth of artifacts, including traditional clothing, weaponry, and musical instruments. You'll learn about the Maroons' long struggle for freedom and their important role in Jamaica's history.

Next, we'll enjoy a tasty lunch at Strawberry Fields Together, overlooking the coast where you can savour Jamaica's famously flavoursome cuisine. Our final stop will be at Sun Valley Plantation, a farm that showcases the best of Jamaica's produce. Take a stroll through gardens bursting with tropical flowers and sample the fresh fruits and vegetables that grow there. You'll also learn about traditional farming practices that have sustained Jamaican communities for generations.

What's included

Admission fees
Lunch
Drinks
Transport
Guide
Walking tour

Where

What to remember

Bring suitable footwear
Bring a hat
English-speaking guide for all nationalities

Provider

TUI JAMAICA LTD

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Mischievous 24/7
From United Kingdom - October 2024

Travelled with family

18 - 24 years old

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

Loved the experience, lovely staff and the tour was really informative, you will definitely return with some knowledge of the plantation and Maroon cu ...
Jo
From United States of America - August 2024

Travelled with family

18 - 24 years old

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

This is a wonderful trip, we are a party of 9 (ages ranging from 4-64) and all thoroughly enjoyed it.
Kika Hall
From United Kingdom - August 2023

Travelled as a couple

35 - 44 years old

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

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