THE PELICAN BAR TOUR
PELICAN BAR
ON ROUTE TO THE PELICAN BAR
Enjoying a swim
CHILLING ON THE DECK
CHILLING AT THE PELICAN BAR
ENJOYING THE BEACH AT THE PELICAN BAR
MEMORABILIA FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD
ENJOYING THE PELICAN BAR
HANGING OUT AT THE PELICAN BAR
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The Pelican Bar Tour from Montego Bay

(5)
, Jamaica
Sun & BeachWater ActivitiesNature Tours

About this activity

Escape to Pelican Bar, Jamaica's most remote seaside watering hole perched on a sandbank miles offshore from Montego Bay. This 6-hour boat excursion delivers authentic Caribbean vibes: rustic open-air drinking, fresh-grilled seafood, and uninterrupted ocean views with zero crowds.

The Pelican Bar is a local bar as off the beaten path as it gets. From the boat ride to the food and the bar, everything is as local and rustic as one can imagine. This is the perfect way to spend a day doing nothing on a sandbank out at sea, drinking Red Stripe Beer, sunbathing, eating grilled lobster or a whole fish with total relaxation from the rest of the world. Things to bring along, Towels, swimwear, extra suite of dry clothing, camera and cash.

Highlights

  • ✓Boat journey through turquoise waters to an isolated sandbank bar
  • ✓Fresh grilled lobster and whole fish cooked to order
  • ✓Cold Red Stripe beer and local rum drinks in a ramshackle beachside setting
  • ✓All-day sunbathing and swimming in calm shallow waters
  • ✓Genuine local atmosphere far from resort tourism

Insider tips

  • ★Bring cash in Jamaican dollars (JMD) or USD; the bar operates on cash only with no card facilities
  • ★Pack extra dry clothes in a waterproof bag—getting splashed during the boat ride is guaranteed
  • ★Arrive early in the season (Dec–Mar) to avoid rough seas that can make the sandbank less accessible

Good to know

  • •Bring: swimwear, towel, waterproof camera case, cash, and a change of clothes
  • •Duration includes 2–3 hours of boat travel (round-trip) plus 2–3 hours at the bar
  • •No restroom facilities or shade other than umbrellas at the bar; sun protection essential
  • •Pickup typically from Montego Bay area hotels; confirm exact meeting point and time when booking

Who it's for

Beach and water lovers seeking an offbeat, authentic Caribbean experienceGroups and friends looking for a full-day social outing with food and drinksPhotographers wanting dramatic seaside and ocean backdropsTravellers comfortable with rustic, no-frills conditions

Best time to visit

December to March offers calmest seas and best visibility. Visit mid-morning (10 a.m.–2 p.m.) for optimal swimming conditions and minimal crowds before afternoon winds pick up.

Frequently asked questions

From
€136
per person