Zimbali's Rasta Tour: An Inside Look into the Rastafari Culture in the Hills of Negril

Experience the Rastafari culture in the hills of Negril with Zimbali’s Rasta Tour. Hike through breathtaking views, learn about Rasta living and spirituality, and enjoy a delicious vegetarian meal cooked by Fire. Don’t miss this unique cultural experience!

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Cane Fields - During the rode to Zimbali you will see pieces of Jamaica’s history- driving through cane fields that are remnents of a bygone era.
What's Included
  • Bottled water provided
  • Air-conditioned minivan transport
  • Optional hotel pickup/drop-off in Negril ($20/person)
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities (recommended) This is a once in a Lifetime opportunity- Feel free to leave something with Fire.
Additional Information

Interested in experiencing the Rastafari Culture up close?
Journey to the mountains, just 25 minutes from Negril, and let Fire guide you on a trip back in time.
Your experience starts at Zimbali, where you’ll receive a freshly prepared welcome beverage.
Your adventure continues with a hike, including a stop at ‘Gracie’s’ spring to refill your water…

Location
Negril
Our Transport is pickup from your Hotel Lobby.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Danielle_m
Dec 24, 2024
Must do!! - What can I say about this experience? 5 stars doesn't cut it. I would give infinite stars if possible. This was, by far, my favourite excursion of the whole time we were in JA. Our taxi was late, but Mark sorted it out super quickly and apologised when we were at Zimbali. Fiyahman is an incredible guy, he told us about plants and trees as we made our way up the mountain. We also learnt bits about his life, we stopped off at a fresh water spring to collect some water and then made our way up to the house he has built in the jungle. I stayed watching Fiyah cook and asked him questions throughout, he was always happy to talk and share his knowledge. His friend, Sata, was also an amazing guy. He told me about the drink he made for us all, shared some fresh coconut with sugar, and was really enthusiastic about the produce available. The food was great, my partner and I are vegan so the Ital food was exactly the kind of thing we already eat at home. I would 1000% recommend this tour, and make sure to speak to Fiyahman as well as take in the views. He has some great stories and general view of the world and life. A great guy. Someone I would definitely love to keep in touch with. Thank you Mark for making this experience possible. We are beyond grateful. This was our last excursion before coming home and was the most memorable and authentic.
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Rika_s
Dec 8, 2024
I loved the whole experience - I loved the whole experience, the hiking with the rastaman was an amazing and incredible experience, it was definitely a highlight of this vacation. I also loved the Terrace restaurant in Zimbali.
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Stephaniep263
Nov 25, 2024
A Unique & Valuable Experience - Fyah is a magnificent guide, full of wisdom & knowledge of the Jamaican terrain. - The tour is similar to a medicine walk because he shares about the many plants, roots, leaves that can heal and for what ailments. The meal he cooked with coconut milk from scratch was delicious - yam- coco - lentils & plantain. I hope that the Zimbali owners appreciate the value that this man brings to their business and hopefully as a result, is generous with his compensation!! He is the real deal.
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Martha_s
Oct 10, 2024
Do it - Taxo ride was very interesting driver a hoot guide for mountain hike was excellent very informative as to plant life lunch was vegetarian and done well an enjoyable experience
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Y8185rgpamelac
Aug 8, 2024
Amazing experience for anybody traveling to Jamaica!!! - This was an amazing experience for the whole family, including the hike up the mountain, the beautiful vegetation, learning from our guide Fyah, and of course, culminating with a delicious home-cooked meal with an incredible view. I highly recommend this for anybody who wants to see some of the real Jamaica and get a taste of its amazing fruits and vegetables , as well as some insight into the Rastafari culture . Fyah , our guide was amazing - very knowledgeable and very kind and a great cook as well.! Make sure to wear water shoes or hoking sandals- and a suit under your clothes for a dip in the river/ bring lots of water for your hike and cash to tip the guide .
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Melotte_c
May 22, 2024
A must-do - We came as a couple, there were only two of us when we visited, it was a memorable moment out of time, but you need good legs to climb it.
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Lucy_a
Feb 4, 2024
Amazing day and experience - dress for a hike - Such a great day, exceeded expectations, meeting rastas and how they live in mountains was just awesome, food was amazing, just be aware it’s a 45 minute hike, well 30 minutes is a uphill hike so trainers and gym wear is a must and water, but so worth it. Would def do it again.
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243sharmayned
Jan 8, 2024
An experience of a lifetime! - This was a tour just for me and my partner. It consisted of a 45minute hike through the jungle, where we were taken to a spring to drink water and up to their viewpoint kitchen/home where we relaxed and were fed beautifully. An experience of a lifetime and would highly recommend! The food was sensational, especially watching it being prepared in their jungle kitchen whilst drinking fresh soursop juice!
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Lloyds354
Dec 30, 2023
Experience Jamaica like a local! - Excellent opportunity to experience a different culture. A real local vibe with a wonderful guide. We could not have asked for a more authentic experience.
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Isabella_a
Aug 18, 2024
Unmissable - This tour was an embodiment of the tranquil life of Rasta’s that live in the mountains. Welcoming and knowledgeable in terms of how to survive in the mountains they live in. Fire was our guide and he was so wise about all plants and edible fruits. It was a hike but doable and so lovely at the end to finish in the tree-top accommodation overlooking the mountains. Fire made an amazing vegan meal, was hospitable and the ginger and lime juice was so refreshing and natural. Fire is an inspiration; his philosophy and life lessons around simplicity and finding beauty in nature and what we have around us has been so powerful for me. I came away with such a different mindset. Fires dogs followed us the whole journey there and back and we’re a welcomed addition. My son loved it, he didn’t want the excursion to end. You have to book this. Best excursion I’ve ever done!!
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