Discovery Bay
Experience Jamaica beyond the beach
One of the most picturesque natural harbours in the Caribbean, Discovery Bay was renamed in 1947 to commemorate the place where it was once thought that Christopher Columbus first set foot on Jamaican soil. Discovery Bay is home to Columbus Park, an open-air museum facility featuring various artefacts from our rich history under the Spanish and British rule. Since Columbus, many others have discovered the beauty of Discovery Bay, and over the years a small town has developed around the bay.
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For those of our guests wishing to see more of Jamaica may we suggest the following tours and attractions. If you would like assistance booking any of the activities one of our capable staff will be more than willing to assist.
- Five Star Watersports: Evening cruises, Dunns River Falls Cruise, Cool Runnings and Carnival party cruise. www.fivestarwatersports.com Cruise includes Snorkeling gear, open bar with rum punch, Red Stripe Beer, Pepsi, fruit punch and water etc. May also have buffet style dinner on board with Jerk Pork, Steak and local favourites.
- Dolphin Cove, Ocho Rios: Swimming with the dolphins only 20 minutes away. www.dolphincovejamaica.com
Breezes Golf Course: 973-7319 10-minute drive to Golf Pro Shop in Runaway Bay
Montego Bay Golf: only 40 minutes drive from here. Spend the day at one of Jamaica’s championship golf courses Ritz Carlton White Witch, Rose Hall Resort and Country Club, Cinnamon Hill Golf, Half Moon Golf Club. - Island Village Shopping Center: Brand new shopping center with Duty free shops, Souvenir shops, Reggae music, Margaritaville on the beach, Cinema with the latest movies. Lots of activity for the entire family. The brand new Hard Rock Café is also near by.
- Dunn’s River Falls: Famous and most beautiful natural waterfalls. Refreshing climb up the falls. 20-minute drive. Wear swimsuits and sneakers, climb the falls with guides.
- Chukka Cove Beach Ride: 972-2506 Equestrian center 20 min from Discovery Bay. Rides depart Chukka Cove at 9 & 2 daily. Try the Horseback ride 3 hour trail includes excellent trails and ride in the sea.
- Mystic Mountain: The Sky Explorer carries you above the trees to the peak, both the Bobsled and Zip line will send you speeding through the heart of the forest. A fun, safe and adventurous way for the entire family to experience all of Mystic Mountain Jamaica’s Rainforest wonders.
- Green Grotto Caves: A trip to Green Grotto will be an educational and enlightening adventure, as the caves have a long history which dates back to the days of the Arawak Indians and slavery.
- Glistening Waters: The lagoon gets its name from the radiant microorganisms that live where salt and fresh water meet and produce a magnificent glow at night.
- Rafting on the Martha Brae: Experience three miles of unspoiled paradise as you enjoy Jamaica’s premier rafting attraction in the scenic hills of Trelawny. The three mile raft ride, piloted by a trained Raft Captain is approximately 1 1/2 hours long and relaxes your mind and body as it renews your spirit.