Rastafari Cultural Village Tour and Highlights from Falmouth

Rastafari Cultural Village Tour and Highlights from Falmouth

This is a rare opportunity to go deeply into the Rastafari Village to get a firsthand experience of what it's really like to be a true Rastafarian. Learn about their history, customs, good health, longevity & how they prepare their authentic vegan dishes.

Itinerary
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Pass By: Greenwood Great House, 435 Belgrade Ave, Montego Bay Jamaica

The Greenwood Great House (Plantation home) was constructed in the early 18th Century. Like most, if not all the other Great Houses in Jamaica, the Greenwood Great House was built at high elevation. One could say that this was a strategy used back in the plantation era as a means of overlooking the plantation and also for security purposes. This house, unlike the Rose Hall Great House, is not haunted but of a more peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. The history and the architecture of the house is what will blow you away. As you pass by, feel free to take photos when your tour guide slows down.

Pass By: Rose Hall Great House, Rose Hall, Montego Bay Jamaica

This Rose Hall Great House is an early 18th century plantation home that sits on a high elevation on thousands of acres in Rose Hall, Montego Bay. The Rose Hall Great House was once owned by the famous and certainly one of the wickedest plantation owners to walk the land of Jamaica, Annie Palmer. She owned hundreds of slaves. This house became haunted after her gruesome death in 1831. The house is scary to look at even in the daytime. There is no stop at the Rose Hall Great House on your way to Negril however, your tour guide will tell you the history and slow down so that you can take photos.

Stop At: Rastafari Indigenous Village, Montego Bay Street Jamaica

We implore you to take up this rare opportunity to go inside the Rastafari Village to learn about their customs, heritage and rich culture. Never before have you seen such resilience, warmth, love & the resolve to keep the Rastafarian movement alive after been heavily criticized and brutalized by other groups during & after the 1930s when the movement started in Jamaica, hence the song done by the reggae legend Bob Marley "Rasta Man Live Up".
As you are seated in one of our cool air-conditioned van/bus, we set off along the pristine north coast highway and towards the village so relax & enjoy the breathtaking scenery of turquoise water for the next few minutes (40 minutes) while we make our way to village. Don't forget to take lots of photos on the way. However, we do suggest that you ask permission to take photos at the village just to be polite. Our tour guides are very informative, professional & patient. Will welcome all the questions you have while volunteering information on Rastafarian/Jamaica's rich history so feel free to engage them.
At the village, a resident guide will meet you upon arrival. You have to hop across a small steam to get to the Village so wear sneakers/water shoes that will dry quickly. An abundance of information awaits you. Samples of fresh fruits & fresh fruit juices will be available. You will be treated to about 30 minutes of real authentic Congo/African drumming and chanting. There are five stations where different products that are hand made at the village are on display. At the end of the drumming activities, your tour guide will take you to the different stations to participate in the making of some of these products - also an array of local plants and herbs are there for you to see. Feel free to purchase their homemade items and show your appreciation.


Duration: 2 minutes

Stop At: Sam Sharpe Square, Montego Bay Jamaica

This tour takes you to downtown Montego Bay. Your first 10minutes stop will be at Sam Sharp Square. This area got its name from a freed slave who carried the same name and who led one of the bloodiest uprising in Jamaica on Christmas day in the year 1831. In this area, there is a statue of Sam Sharp and other slaves who were severely punished in the year 1832 for the Christmas day uprising that took place. Feel free to exit the vehicle and browse around. There is also the "Cage" which was originally constructed from wood in the year 1806. However, it was later reconstructed from bricks. The cage was used as a holding area for runaway Slaves who were held there until they were sent back to their plantations. It was also used as a holding area for vagrants and rowdy seamen who would get drunk and was behaving disorderly.



Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: St James Parish Church, Payne Street, Montego Bay Jamaica

The tour will continue to the St., James Parish Church for a 30minutes visit. This Anglican Church, built in 1775 is one of the oldest churches in the Montego Bay area. It boasts an amazing architecture and some of the contents ranging back from as far as over 200 years ago. Built to last for centuries, this church is still fully functional as back in the days when it was first constructed. Be sure to read the marble plaques and headstones that displays an array of exquisite poems well wishes written in old English. Feel free to browse around and read the headstones. The church will always accept a contribution at your pleasure.



Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Richmond Hill Great House, Union Street, Montego Bay, Jamaica

Our next stop will be at the elegant Richmond Hill Great House. This colonial style Great House is located 500 feet above the hustle and bustle of Montego Bay City. Built in 1804 by members of the Dewar family, original owners of the Dewars Whisky. This Great House sits strategically on top of a hill in the center of town and is home to several movie scenes including James Bond Movies. From there, you get a panoramic view of the entire city of Montego Bay. The view stretches over 25 miles (40.23 meters) beyond. Relax by the pool for a moment or just sit by the bar and have a cold red stripe (extra cost). Your tour guide will tell you all about the rich history of Richmond Hill Great House while doing your walk through. After a 30 minutes stop it will be time to head out for lunch. Lunch is extra cost.

Duration: 30 minutes