NEGRIL CATAMARAN CRUISE Sunset Ricks Cafe ALL HOTELS in Lucea, Jamaica
Lucea, Jamaica

NEGRIL CATAMARAN CRUISE Sunset Ricks Cafe ALL HOTELS

Outty Ranking 68 3.9 · 416 traveler reviews8 hoursFrom $87
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Outty Ranking

68/100

Solid Choice. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

3.9/5

Based on 416 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is NEGRIL CATAMARAN CRUISE Sunset Ricks Cafe ALL HOTELS worth booking?

NEGRIL CATAMARAN CRUISE Sunset Ricks Cafe ALL HOTELS is a 8-hour experience in Lucea, Jamaica, from $87 per person. It scores 68 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 3.9/5 rating across 416 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
68 / 100
Rating
3.9/5 (416)
Duration
8 hours
From
$87 per person

Lets set sail.. ! Your crew awaits. On Negril's Sweetheart Catamaran, SUNSHINE of the Seas, our staff are there to take care of you, as you arrive to sign onboard the FUN begins.. Adults only days OVER 18's Monday Tuesday, Wednesday Thursday , Friday Saturday & Sunday Family days are Monday, Wednesday Friday (Catamaran 2) Mornings From Snorkeling on the Coral Reef to Rick's Café and back, set sail from the famous 7-mile beach in Negril Jamaica to the famous Rick's Café sat on the Cliffs of the Westend Negril. Snorkel on the coral reef and see the islands tropical fish or just sunbathe on the boat's deck during this 4-hour excursion. Enjoy unlimited drinks and reggae music while you take in the sights of the coastline and watch the sunset on the breathtaking Caribbean Sea. Yah Mon....Everyting is IRIE..! Roundtrip transfers are INCLUDED, please see full hotel listings for Negril, Lucea & Montego Bay We will email the evening before with your pick up reminder

What you get

    About this experience

    Lets set sail.. ! Your crew awaits. On Negril's Sweetheart Catamaran, SUNSHINE of the Seas, our staff are there to take care of you, as you arrive to sign onboard the FUN begins.. Adults only days OVER 18's Monday Tuesday, Wednesday Thursday , Friday Saturday & Sunday Family days are Monday, Wednesday Friday (Catamaran 2) Mornings From Snorkeling on the Coral Reef to Rick's Café and back, set sail from the famous 7-mile beach in Negril Jamaica to the famous Rick's Café sat on the Cliffs of the Westend Negril. Snorkel on the coral reef and see the islands tropical fish or just sunbathe on the boat's deck during this 4-hour excursion. Enjoy unlimited drinks and reggae music while you take in the sights of the coastline and watch the sunset on the breathtaking Caribbean Sea. Yah Mon....Everyting is IRIE..! Roundtrip transfers are INCLUDED, please see full hotel listings for Negril, Lucea & Montego Bay We will email the evening before with your pick up reminder

    What's included

    Included

    • Light Snacks (banana chips,potato chips,cheese balls,caramel popcorn,cheese crunch ) on availability
    • Unlimited Drinks ( Appleton Rum, Red Stripe Beer, Vodka, Rum Punch, sodas, juices & filtered water)
    • Snorkeling at the Sandy Cove Reef
    • ROUNDTRIP TRANSFERS ARE INCLUDED : NEGRIL, LUCEA, MONTEGO BAY
    • onboard DJ
    • Entertainment Provided by the Crew
    • Sightseeing Along Negrils Coast/7 Mile Beach & West End

    Not included

    • Gratuities
    • Lunch

    What you'll see and do

    1. Rick's Cafe

      Cliff jumping, restaurant bar

      60 minutes here

    2. Snorkeling On the coral reef West End Caves & Cliffs Sunset on the ocean Margaritaville boarding Monday Wednesday Friday (family days) Jam West Negril boarding Tuesday Thursday Saturday Sunday (adults only days)

      40 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 240 minutes before departure.

    Options you can book

    • Negril Resorts

      Bus transfer included Pickup included

    • Grand Palladium Resort

      Roundtrip bus: Roundtrip bus transfers to Negril included Pickup included

    • Princess Grand Resort

      Roundtrip transfers Pickup included

    • MONTEGO BAY resorts ONLY

      Pickup included

    • Bahia Principe Resorts

      Roundtrip bus : roundtrip bus to negril included Pickup included

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 30 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Island Cruises & Tours

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
    • Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or no show
    • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
    • Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
    • Please bring Sunblock, Towel and any money / credit cards for Margaritaville and Ricks Café should you wish to purchase anything
    • Please note : You must provide your local hotel details to the Tour Provider
    • ADULTS ONLY DAYS OVER 18 -MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY
    • Please note if the ocean is rough at Ricks Cafe and we can’t dock, we will do the full excursion and transfer all guests to ricks cafe via bus and back after the cruise
    • PREGNANT PERSONS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED ON CATAMARAN
    • We DO NOT pick up from the West End or Cliffs Resorts
    • You will have to walk in the water to get on the boat, please dress for water
    • No high heels allowed onboard
    • Please collect all belongings off the bus upon return, for any left items there will be a charge for the return to ALL resorts

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 415 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Food and drink

    3 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Pace and timing

    3 mentions

    Several reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.

    Good for families

    2 mentions

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    Traveler reviews

    415 verified traveler reviews for NEGRIL CATAMARAN CRUISE Sunset Ricks Cafe ALL HOTELS. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

    5 star
    217
    4 star
    65
    3 star
    45
    2 star
    39
    1 star
    49
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    Renai_B · September 2026

    Catermaran and Rick's Cafe

    Fabtastic crew. Was fun and relaxing. Wish we had more time at the beautiful beach The food there was beautiful

    via Viator

    Gail_S · August 2026

    Let’s start this party off right

    We had the BEST time ever! Dixie kept the party going from beginning to end—the energy was amazing! We danced, laughed, and enjoyed every moment, from the shore all the way to Rick’s Café. Dixie made sure everyone was having a great time and created memories we’ll never forget. A TIME WAS DEFINITELY HAD! 💃🏽🎉🌴🇯🇲

    via Viator

    Monica_B · August 2026

    Definitely would do this again.

    It’s a great experience and very well put together. The staff is definitely amazing and they make the experience so fun.

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your review, we are all glad you had fun and look forward to welcoming you home next time around

    via Viator

    Sharonda_W · July 2026

    Montego Bay Area Visitors Please Read!!

    The actual cruise was wonderful & staff was pleasant, energetic & entertaining however the transportation/logistics aspect is completely overshadowed the experience. If you’re staying in Montego Bay or above/north I would not recommend this excursion. It was never communicated that if you are picked up from the Montego Bay Area it will take 2-3 hours to get to the starting point of cruise. We spent more time on the bus than the actual cruise there wasn’t enough time to eat, relax & enjoy the stops at Margaritaville & Rick’s Cafe. Had the company disclosed the estimated travel time from pickup to starting point, I would have never booked this for my family, total day was this excursion 10am - 10pm! No customer is willingly going to sign up for a 6 hour bus round trip to only on be a boat for 2-2.5hours & 30mins-1hour at each stop. DO NOT BOOK IF YOU’RE STAYING IN MONTEGO BAY AREA!! Distances in Jamaica don't translate the same way they do in the U.S.—25 to 30 miles can easily take 2–3 hours depending on the route and number of pickups. Oh by the way you have to get on the boat via walking through the water (above waste high) so FYI

    via Viator

    Brittany_S · July 2026

    Kids and adults had a great time!

    We had a great time! We traveled with 2 kids ages 3 and 10 and they had a blast! The drinks were good, snorkeling was fun, and there was endless music to dance to. The crew was great at keeping the party going! The only thing I wish was that we had more time to spend at Rick’s because it felt very rushed with the crowds there. Definitely would recommend though!!

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your review, we are all glad you had fun and look forward to welcoming you home next time around

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    8 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $87 to $170
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    146
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Island Cruises & Tours, who run 22 experiences we rank across 6 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 53.6.

    See everything Island Cruises & Tours runs

    Why this scores 68

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)24
    Review evidence (18% weight)100
    Booking momentum (14% weight)100
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)0
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    NEGRIL CATAMARAN CRUISE Sunset Ricks Cafe ALL HOTELS: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lucea.

    How much does NEGRIL CATAMARAN CRUISE Sunset Ricks Cafe ALL HOTELS cost?

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    Prices start at $87 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Lucea usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does NEGRIL CATAMARAN CRUISE Sunset Ricks Cafe ALL HOTELS take?

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    Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Lucea is not rushed.

    Is NEGRIL CATAMARAN CRUISE Sunset Ricks Cafe ALL HOTELS worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 68 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.9/5 across 416 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Lucea, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule NEGRIL CATAMARAN CRUISE Sunset Ricks Cafe ALL HOTELS?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is NEGRIL CATAMARAN CRUISE Sunset Ricks Cafe ALL HOTELS suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book NEGRIL CATAMARAN CRUISE Sunset Ricks Cafe ALL HOTELS?

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    Around 146 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Lucea can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Lucea and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does NEGRIL CATAMARAN CRUISE Sunset Ricks Cafe ALL HOTELS start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Lucea within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Lucea?

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    On Outty we rank every Lucea experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Private Negril Tour – Beach, Local Stops, Shopping & Rick’s Café, Jamaica - Rafting & Limestone Massage, Explore Montego Bay Jamaica to Negril Beach & Ricks Cafe Sunset. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Lucea?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Lucea?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in NEGRIL CATAMARAN CRUISE Sunset Ricks Cafe ALL HOTELS?

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    Included: Light Snacks (banana chips,potato chips,cheese balls,caramel popcorn,cheese crunch ) on av; Unlimited Drinks ( Appleton Rum, Red Stripe Beer, Vodka, Rum Punch, sodas, juices & filter; Snorkeling at the Sandy Cove Reef; ROUNDTRIP TRANSFERS ARE INCLUDED : NEGRIL, LUCEA, MONTEGO BAY; and onboard DJ. Not included: Gratuities; and Lunch. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does NEGRIL CATAMARAN CRUISE Sunset Ricks Cafe ALL HOTELS include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 47 listed pickup locations in and around Lucea. Be ready about 240 minutes before the start time.

    What languages is NEGRIL CATAMARAN CRUISE Sunset Ricks Cafe ALL HOTELS offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for NEGRIL CATAMARAN CRUISE Sunset Ricks Cafe ALL HOTELS?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is NEGRIL CATAMARAN CRUISE Sunset Ricks Cafe ALL HOTELS wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers; and PREGNANT PERSONS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED ON CATAMARAN. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to NEGRIL CATAMARAN CRUISE Sunset Ricks Cafe ALL HOTELS if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about NEGRIL CATAMARAN CRUISE Sunset Ricks Cafe ALL HOTELS?

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    Across 416 reviews averaging 3.9 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, good for families. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers. One thing to know: Several reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.

    What booking options are available for NEGRIL CATAMARAN CRUISE Sunset Ricks Cafe ALL HOTELS?

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    There are 5 options to choose from, including Negril Resorts, Grand Palladium Resort, Princess Grand Resort, MONTEGO BAY resorts ONLY. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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