Silversea Expedition Cruises À PORT ANTONIO

Discover the lovely coastal villages, islands and landmarks of Port Antonio during this picturesque, half-day sightseeing excursion.

Port Antonio, Titchfield Hill, Ruins of the Jamaica Reef and Titchfield Hotels

Depart the pier for the scenic drive through the Titchfield Hill area, where homes adorned with Georgian architecture are positioned to view both the east and west harbours and Navy Island, which acceded to Governour Lynch in 1770, and, later, the British Navy in 1778. In 1793, Captain Bligh brought many exotic fruits to the island. In the 1940s, actor Errol Flynn acquired the island. See the ruins of the Jamaica Reef Hotel, also formerly-owned by actor Errol Flynn, and the remains of the southern section of the property, previously the site of the first Caribbean resort, the 400-room Titchfield Hotel. Built in 1890, it was owned by the United Fruit Company and marked the beginning of tourism on the island. The United Fruit Co. also had an elaborate presence in the area, with massive banana plantations and production.

Folly Estate, Monkey Island, San San Area and Beach, Pelew Island, Blue Lagoon

Next, your drive continues eastward to the Folly Estate, built by Tiffany heiress Anne Olivia Tiffany and her husband, Alfred Mitchell. The Folly Estate is home to Monkey Island, which occupies three acres (about 1.2 hectares) of intense woodlands, specially cultivated to accommodate a rare species of monkeys that were brought to the island by explorer Hiram Bingham sometime after he rediscovered the Lost City of the Incas in Peru in 1912. Leaving the Folly Estate, pass by the exquisite San San area, home to residences of the very rich and famous, and Pellen Island, given to Princess Nina Dyer by Saddrudin Aga Khan, son of the Aga Khan. No visit to San San is complete without a photo stop to view the bottomless Blue Lagoon.

Trident Castle, Prospect Village, Craft Market, Shopping, Anglican Church, St. George Village

Returning to Port Antonio, a brief photo stop is made outside of Jamaica's famous Trident Castle. Re-boarding your coach, drive through the narrow streets of Prospect Village, then stop for shopping at the Craft Market. Afterward, re-board your coach and continue through the narrow streets of the village, whose architecture typifies its former British occupation and architecture. A brief stop is made at the Anglican Church. Built in 1840, it is an historical architectural masterpiece. During the short drive back to the pier, pass through the village of St. George. Marvel at its medieval, Tudor and Renaissance architectural styles, and Gothic arches on a complex built by a resident German baroness.

Please note: This tour involves a minimal amount of walking for approximately 115 yards (about 105 metres), at times over uneven surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and at the sites visited. Walking at the Craft Market is at the discretion of each guest. This tour is suitable for guests with limited mobility, but is not wheelchair-accessible nor suitable for guests prone to motion sickness. Lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes and sun protection are recommended. Guests must be at least six years old to participate on this tour; minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years old. The tour sequence may vary.

Embrace the exquisite seaside beauty of Frenchman's Cove and its surrounds during this scenic and relaxing, half-day sightseeing excursion

Port Antonio, Folly Estate

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately one-hour drive which takes you through the historic town of Port Antonio. Continue past the Folly Estate, originally built by Tiffany heiress Anne Olivia Tiffany and her husband, Alfred Mitchell, and pass by the Trident Castle before entering Frenchmans Cove, whose background of piracy includes swashbuckling.

Frenchman's Cove

The mountains meet the sea upon arrival at Frenchman's Cove, which was part of the Cold Harbour Estate and features a beautiful beach. The property is named after an old folklore tale that documented an explosive battle between the British and French near the cove. The British defeated the French, and the wounded French soldiers took refuge in the cove, hence the name, 'Frenchman's Cove'.

White-Sand Beach, Caribbean Sea, Sunbathing, Swimming, Lobster and Seafood Lunch

Upon arrival at Frenchman's Cove, relax on the white-sand beach on a chaise lounge under the palm trees, where the river flows into the sea. This pristine beach is ideal for sunbathing, beachcombing and/or a dip in the warm Caribbean Sea. Afterward, proceed for a lobster, snapper and seafood buffet on the beach. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 30-minute drive back to the pier.

Please note: This tour involves a minimal amount of walking for approximately 50-75 yards (about 45.7 metres-68.6 metres), at times over sandy surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach. This tour is suitable for guests with limited mobility, but is not wheelchair-accessible. Guests are advised to wear a swimsuit under a cover-up with beach shoes, and bring sun protection, a towel, change of clothing and US Dollars for purchases from the ship. Guests must be at least six years old to participate on this tour; minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years old. Guests must be at least 21 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. A signed waiver is required to participate on this tour. The tour sequence may vary. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions.

Explore the history of Jamaica in a unique new way during this scenic, half-day excursion to a working plantation.

Port Antonio, Tropical Mountain Terrain, Seaside Villages, Banana and Sugar Cane Fields

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 1.5-hour drive to the expansive, approximately 5,000-acre (about 2,023-hectare) Brimmer Hall Estate. En route, pass through lush, tropical mountain terrain, small, picturesque villages along the shoreline, and banana and sugar cane country.

Brimmer Hall Estate, Refreshments, Plantation Tram-Tour, Coconut-Picking Demonstration

Upon arrival at the Brimmer Hall Estate, you are welcomed with a cool refreshing drink, fresh fruit, tasty sugar cane and coconuts on ice. Afterward, take a guided tour of this working plantation with your farmer-guide aboard a tractor-drawn tram. Along the way, learn about how the various crops are grown and harvested, and see a demonstration of climbing the coconut tree to pick coconuts.

Great House, Villages of Annotto Bay, Buff Bay, Hope Bay and St. Margaret's Bay

Stop by the Great House. Built by slaves in the 18th century, the Great House is now a National Monument. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 1.5-hour drive back to the pier. En route, pass by the villages of Annotto Bay, Buff Bay, Hope Bay and St. Margaret's Bay, which was originally established during British occupation to enable habitable living, and accommodate the production of bananas and sugar cane.

Please note: This tour involves a minimal amount of walking for approximately 15 yards (about 13.7 metres), at times over uneven surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and at the sites visited. This tour is suitable for guests with limited mobility, but is not wheelchair-accessible nor suitable for guests prone to motion sickness. Lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes and sun protection are recommended. Guests must be at least six years old to participate on this tour; minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years old. The distance between the pier and Brimmer Hall Estate is approximately 1.5 hours in each direction. The tour sequence may vary.

Experience the spectacular beauty and powerful showers of Reach Falls during this unforgettable, half-day sightseeing excursion with lunch.

Port Antonio, Folly Estate, Trident Castle, San San Beach, Pellen Island, Errol Flynn Estate

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 1.5-hour drive to Reach Falls. Along the way, pass by the Folly Estate, Trident Castle, small, native villages after the beaches of San San, home of the Blue Lagoon, Pellen Island, and the beautiful shoreline. From here, pass by the Errol Flynn Estate and historic Castle Police Station. Built over 100 years ago, the Castle Police Station is the entrance to the estate. Continue past Long Bay Beach, where the waves bounce back from the reef system.

Drivers River, Reach Falls, Swimming, Falls' Shower

Next, drive along the cliffs through cattle and banana country, then up the hills and through the lovely countryside before arriving at Reach Falls, one of nature's exquisite, unspoilt creations and part of the Drivers River. You can take a swim in the pool, whilst the falls exhilarate you with a powerful, therapeutic shower.

Photo Stop, San San Beach, Swimming, Jerk Chicken Lunch

Leaving Reach Falls, re-board your coach and head to San San Beach. En route, a photo stop may be made to capture Reach Falls from a different viewpoint. Upon arrival at San San Beach, take a refreshing swim in the blue waters of the Caribbean Sea, then proceed for a jerk chicken lunch on the beach. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the short drive back to the pier.

Please note: This tour involves a minimal amount of walking for approximately 70 yards-95 yards (about 64 metres-87 metres), at times over sandy surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach. This tour is not suitable for guests prone to motion sickness, guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear a swimsuit under a cover-up with beach shoes, and bring sun protection, a towel, change of clothing and US Dollars for purchases from the ship. Guests must be at least six years old to participate on this tour; minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years old. Guests must be at least 21 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. A signed waiver is required to participate on this tour. The tour sequence may vary. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions.

Experience the stunning natural splendour of Jamaica in fun-filled new way during this exciting, half-day river-rafting excursion with lunch.

Port Antonio, Southern Hills, Rainforest, Rio Grande, River-Rafting

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive up the southern hills and through the verdant rainforest en route to the riverbanks of the Rio Grande. Upon arrival, receive your safety and rafting instructions and equipment, embark your bamboo, two-person river-raft, and then begin your exhilarating, approximately 90-minute river-rafting adventure.

Small Rapids, Mild, Flowing River, Flora and Fauna, Local Town

Whilst gliding down small rapids on a mild, flowing river, pass by exquisite flora and fauna and through some jungle country. Upon arrival at Rafter's Rest, a comfort stop is made before re-board a coach for another scenic drive through the narrow streets of the town en route to idyllic San San Beach.

San San Beach, Sunbathing, Swimming, Jerk Chicken Lunch

Upon arrival, some free time is made available for sunbathing, beachcombing and/or swimming in the inviting waters of the Caribbean, followed by a jerk chicken lunch served on the beach. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the short drive back to the pier.

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of activity for approximately 90 minutes and a minimal amount of walking for approximately 25 yards (about 7.6 metres), at times over sandy and natural ground, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and embark/disembark the raft. This tour is recommended for guests who are in good physical condition, and can swim well. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guests with back and/or neck problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory problems, guests prone to motion sickness, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear a swimsuit under a cover-up with flat, closed-toe boat shoes or sneakers you won't mind getting wet, and bring sun protection, a towel and change of clothing from the ship. Guests must be at least six years old to participate on this tour; minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years old. Guests must be at least 21 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. Although frequently encountered on this type of tour, wildlife and marine life sightings are not guaranteed. Safety and rafting equipment is provided. A safety vest must be worn at all times whilst rafting. A signed waiver is required to participate on this tour. The tour sequence may vary.

Relax and unwind on the sun-kissed north-east coast of Jamaica during this leisurely, half-day excursion to idyllic San San Beach.

Port Antonio, Coastal Drive, Anglican Church, Folly Estate, Trident Castle, Palace Hotel

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive along the north-east coast of Jamaica to the San San Beach. En route, pass by renowned local landmarks, including the monumental Anglican Church, Folly Estate, Trident Castle and Palace Hotel.

San San Beach, White-Sand Beach, Sunbathing, Swimming, Beachcombing

Idyllic San San Beach features approximately 2,000 feet (about 610 metres) of white-sand beach, kissed by the inviting, crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean Sea. During your visit, relax, unwind and soak up the warm Caribbean sun, sip a refreshing tropical drink, take a stroll along the beach and/or swim in the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 30-minute drive back to the pier.

Please note: This tour involves a minimal amount of walking for approximately 25 yards (about 23 metres), at times over sandy surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach. Walking at San San Beach is at the discretion of each guest. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear a swimsuit under a cover-up with beach shoes, and bring sun protection, a towel, change of clothing and US Dollars for purchases from the ship. Guests must be at least six years old to participate on this tour; minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years old. Guests must be at least 21 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. A signed waiver is required to participate on this tour. The tour sequence may vary. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions.