Spirit of the Maroons cultural tour with lunch in Jamaica
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Spirit of the Maroons cultural tour with lunch in Jamaica

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$152.98
Free cancellation
Language: English
Printed ticket only
Duration: more than 8 hours

This experience meets the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria. By choosing this experience you can protect the places you love, care for the environment and support local communities.

Why you’ll love this…
  • This is your window into the cultural context of Maroon communities in Jamaica
  • You'll learn about the island's history on a guided visit of the Maroon Museum
  • There are fresh and fragrant flavours to discover with a lunch at Strawberry Fields
  • You'll have a tour of the Sun Valley farming estate and try fresh local produce
  • Your guide is a local expert on the history and culture of Jamaica
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 farming estate 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 enslaved West Africans 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 the Sun Valley estate, 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.

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  • Bring suitable footwear
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  • English-speaking guide for all nationalities
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Provider
TUI JAMAICA LTD
Booking fee
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Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

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