When you tour Green Castle Estate Nature Lodge, it’s an excellent way to take in the history of Green Castle from the days of the Spanish occupation in the 15th and 16th century, the British occupation in the 17th century through to Independence in 1962. The tour, which takes in key parts of the estate’s 1600 acres / 6.5 km2, also includes the old Spanish sugar mill, the British army barracks from the 1800’s, coconut oil production, the Green Castle waterfall, and walking trails deep in the rainforest. You can also visit Green Castle’s Blue Hole where you can swim and see marine life. Did you know that Green Castles coastline was the site of Jamaica’s second golf course and was very popular in the 1930’s and 1940’s? The old clubhouse although derelict can still be seen if you walk part of the coastline.
Learn about and appreciate the Jamaican countryside, farm-life and Jamaican history. Consequently, how Green Castle has played a large part in Jamaican history from its earliest days, with some of the island’s most prominent families having owned and lived there through the centuries. As part of the tour, our knowledgeable guides will entertain and educate you while introducing you to the nature and cultural history of the Estate.
Wildlife is all around at Green Castle which you may see on the tour. There are over 171 species of birds that have been sighted at Green Castle. The North American Mongoose was brought in many years ago which has almost eradicated the snake population.
As part of the tour, you can see how successful Green Castle has been in its drive to be eco-friendly in balancing the environment with tourism. You can find out more information about Green Castle and ecotourism here. If you’re considering an estate tour as part of your vacation with Green Castle, it’s worth also checking out the many different activities that can be combined into your visit. If you have any questions about the estate tour, other guided tours and any of the tourist activities outside of Green Castle, and how we can help you plan, please get in touch with us.
Please check out the estate tour information below:
Green Castle Guided Tour Information
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- A welcome drink
- An introduction to local spices, fruit, songs, and history
- Organic coconut oil manufacturing
- Observe the bees in our apiary busy making honey
- 500-year-old Windmill Tower
- Green Castle Blue Hole
- Estate House and Gardens (if not occupied)
- Delicious Jamaican lunch is available at an extra charge.
To tour Green Castle Estate Nature Lodge, we require a reservation at least two days in advance and it’s only offered Mondays through Fridays but special arrangements can be made for group bookings with special rates on weekends. Contact us today.
Jamaican Lunch
- $15 US per Adult
- $7.50 US per Child
Estate Tour Costs
- $30 US per Adult
- $10 US per Child
We look forward to hosting you at Green Castle Estate in the near future! You can also find out about the many other guided tours elsewhere within Jamaica that we can help you with.
