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Exploring Jamaica's Heart: The Blue Mountain Peak Tour with Streets of Jamaica

Updated: Nov 20, 2023


The blue mountains are one of my favorite things in Jamaica! The heart of Jamaica, where lush blue mountains touches the sky. They tell a story about Jamaicas roots, and brings you on a journey that goes beyond conventional tourism. Our Blue Mountain Peak tour, offered in collaboration with the locals, is not just a hike; it's a deep dive into the very soul of the island, and is a connection to Jamaica's history, culture, and unyielding spirit.


The Blue Mountains are a testament to Jamaica's fight for freedom. Home to the Maroons, brave souls who escaped slavery and fought the British on the same trails we are hiking, the mountains resonate with echoes of resistance, culture, and pride. Every step taken here carries the weight of history and the spirit of resilience.


The journey is a travel through healing herbs, rare birds, and the invigorating scent of Jamaica's wilderness. The challenge of the hike is rewarded with a profound sense of accomplishment upon reaching the peak of Jamaica.

You will meet the locals, see how they farm an prepare the famous blue mountain coffee, taste the amazing fruits from the mountain, eat proper Jamaican food, experience the country life, go on a challenging and rewarding hike, see the view from the top of Jamaica.


What sets this tour apart is its deep-rooted connection to the local community. Every aspect, from drivers to guides, accommodations to food, is facilitated by locals. This isn't just a hike; it's an opportunity for the tourist economy to flow directly into the pockets of Jamaica, empowering its people and ensuring sustainable growth.


For me, the Blue Mountain Peak was more than just a trail; it was a personal odyssey.

My first hike, was a lesson in preparedness and a reason to return. It was a challenging hike for me and i used 4,5h on the hike up with multiple breaks, most people use between 3,5-4h. I did not bring the right clothing and not enough water for the first part. But i did all this to make sure that you are well prepared and the views and the nature and the majestic feeling of standing on the top of Jamaica made it all worth it!


In every step taken on the Blue Mountain Peak tour, you are not just exploring; you're immersing yourself in the very essence of Jamaica. It's a trek that goes beyond physical endurance; it's a spiritual journey and an encounter with the soul of the island.


There are different ways to explore the blue mountains and the peak from a two day trip with accommodation, a day trip to the peak or multiple days with a full itinerary of waterfalls, hikes, peak, coffee plantations and amazing food.


facts: Blue Mountain Peak is the highest mountain in Jamaica and one of the highest peaks in the Caribbean at 2,256 metres (7,402 ft). It is the home of Blue Mountain coffee. It is located on the border of the Portland and Saint Thomas parishes of Jamaica. The Blue Mountain Peak is part of the Blue and John Crow Mountains National Park, which became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2015.


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