Charles Town Maroons Tour

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Charles Town Maroons Tour
Portland, Jamaica
Duration: 1 day
Group size: 1 - 40
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$160

About your trip

Live like a Charles Town Maroon for a day. Maroons in Jamaica were slaves who ran away from the sugar cane fields and lived in the mountains. Here’s a day that will change your life forever as you immerse yourself in the experience of the brave slaves who made history.


Step back in time and imagine sitting by the river in Maroon Villages in Jamaica. Eat some of the very foods brought from West Africa for the slaves. For example, Yams, Plantains, and Jerk. 


Also, learn about the fascinating history of the Maroons by visiting the Maroon Museum.  See the artifacts, tools, and samples of the houses once used.


Besides, hear stories of how the slaves kept the African culture alive through drumming & dancing. And to climax this,  participate in the drumming and dancing after lunch. And finish the day by swimming in the cold, fresh river.

Important to know

1. Remember to bring appropriate shoes (water shoes for river).

2. Swim gears

3. Don't forget to bring a hat.


Duration of trip: 8+ hours

Pickup location: Your Hotel

What's included

Tour Guides

Transportation

Lunch

Admission

Walking Tour

Swimming in the river

Map of the trip locations

A. Portland, Jamaica

Portland, Jamaica

About your organizer

Jamaica Volunteer Programs is the founding brand of Wanderlust Adventures Ltd., the holding company behind our family of travel brands. Global Service Adventures is our international service-learning and educational travel brand.

Founded in 1999 by Maureen Wright-Evans, JVP has more than 25 years of experience creating meaningful travel experiences in Jamaica for students, educators, families, adults, and groups. Inspired by Maureen’s own experiences growing up in Jamaica, JVP helps people experience Jamaica beyond traditional tourism.

Our programs include volunteer and service-learning, cultural immersion, internships, study abroad, youth and college programs, adult experiences, and customized group travel.

Through Global Service Adventures, we extend this mission beyond Jamaica to destinations across the Caribbean and internationally. At the heart of everything we do is a simple belief that travel is an opportunity to connect, serve, learn, and grow. Learn more: Global Service Adventure

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