Jamaica Water Sports
Jamaica Deep-Sea Fishing:
Fishing is a great Jamaica water sport to enjoy. Fishing licenses are not required for this Jamaica water sport. Arrangements to renting a boat can be made at most hotels and resorts, as well as at local lagoons and harbors. For deep-sea fishing, chartering a boat complete with crew and equipment is recommended. Vast arrays of big game fish live in the oceans surrounding Jamaica. Several different companies on the island offer guided Jamaican fishing excursions with a focus on big game fish like marlin, sailfish, tuna, dorado, barracuda and kingfish.
Jamaica Snorkeling & Diving:
Jamaica water sports offer plenty of opportunities for visitors to get in on the fun. One popular Jamaica water sport is scuba diving, with quality facilities all around the island. Scuba though is one Jamaica water sport where it is illegal to dive without certification. Many licensed Jamaica water sport operators offer certification courses. Most professional diving establishments like the Negril Scuba Centre, North Coast Marine Sports, and Dolphin Divers, will certify, provide equipment, and guide you on your day of Jamaica water sports. Snorkeling is another Jamaica water sport that allows visitors to enjoy the beautiful sea. Jamaica offers good snorkeling generally off of its many reefs so that a boat must be taken out to sample the diversity of sea life.
Jamaica Boating:
Power and sail cruises are offered on every coast of the island as well as sailboat rentals in the major resort areas. Glass bottom boat tours are popular as well as theme cruises where passengers are able to swim, dance and party on the deck of a huge ship.