Local Connections: Authentic Rastafari Encounter with Cultural Expert

Local Connections: Authentic Rastafari Encounter with Cultural Expert

5.5 hours | Falmouth | F A 3 - 2 3 0
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Min. age: 8 years (See special notes)

Description

Points of Interest

  • Outdoor Adventure
Includes meal, Moderate activity

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

Feel the spirit of Bob Marley come alive as you get to know the renowned music, art and food of the Rastafari. After a brief ride through Montego Bay, you'll head towards a rural area. When you step off the coach, you'll be greeted by a member of the Rastafari community who'll lead you across a stream to the village. After the river crossing, as you approach the village, you'll notice the natural smell of the wood fire pit and herbs garden. Once in the Village, you'll be surrounded by the Rastafarian life in motion and will see the principles of living in harmony with nature. Once you arrive, you'll attend a welcome orientation, then take part in the everyday life of the village, helping the group cultivate their crops and engage in age-old crafts like soap making, jewelry design, drum carving and more. Best of all, you'll play along in an inspiring drum circle with the village's talented musicians. Then, you'll be treated to an authentic "ital" meal, a tasty lunch of fresh, locally grown vegetables, herbs and spices. After you've enjoyed this snapshot of Rastafari life, you'll return to the ship enriched.

Special Notes:

Requires a short stream crossing to reach the village Please wear appropriate footwear. Recommend wearing comfortable, modest clothing and Closed toe shoes (better if sneakers, sport shoes) as you will be walking on uneven terrain. Bring water shoes for small river cross, sun glasses, sunscreen, hat, umbrella or raincoat, cash for souvenirs. Minimum age to participate 8 years old .

Details

Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.

Transportation from Falmouth port to Rastafari Indigenous Village, in Montego Bay

Transport type: Mini Bus
Transport Capacity: 22
Travel time: 01:00
Air conditioned: Yes
Restroom available: No
Shopping available: No

Arrival and river crossing

Transport type: Walking
Transport Capacity: 22
Time at site: 00:20
Inside visit: No
Restroom available: No
Shopping available: No

Welcome orientation and introduction to Rastafari Village and lifestyle

Time at site: 00:20
Inside visit: No
Restroom available: Yes
Shopping available: No

Participation in daily village activities

Time at site: 01:40
Inside visit: No
Restroom available: Yes
Shopping available: No

Drum circle, a time for reflection and celebration

Time at site: 00:15
Inside visit: No
Restroom available: Yes
Shopping available: No

Ital Meal tasting

Time at site: 00:30
Inside visit: No
Restroom available: Yes
Shopping available: No

Shopping and bathroom

Time at site: 00:15
Free time at site: 15
Inside visit: No
Restroom available: Yes
Shopping available: Yes

Walk back to bus

Transport type: Walking
Transport Capacity: 22
Travel time: 00:10
Inside visit: No
Restroom available: No
Shopping available: No

Drive back to port

Transport type: Mini Bus
Transport Capacity: 22
Travel time: 01:00
Inside visit: No
Air conditioned: Yes
Restroom available: No
Shopping available: No