Booby Cay Island
Booby Cay Island
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Gretna, LA75 contributions
Jun 2020
Clean up after yourselves !! These pictures are from June 19, 2020. Amidst the current Coronavirus shut down, people are boating to Bobby Cay Island for parties and gatherings, which is fine-UNLESS you leave Mounds of trash, dumped food, broken bottles, and other items. If you had room on the boat for all of the items that were used, then you had room to bag your trash & bring it back with you. Or, at the very least-Bag your trash. It is Disgusting, smelly, and unsafe to walk around without the possibilty of stepping on broken glass. This was done by Jamaicans-not tourist. Where is the Pride ? Where is the RESPECT ??! Shame on everyone who participated in the Lightening Storm party on the evening of June 18, 2020.
Written 20 June 2020
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Cole Harbour, Canada7 contributions
Feb 2020
Took the opportunity to visit Booby Cay with our group. Captain Leon (located near Fun Holiday Beach Resort) was happy to take our small group to Booby Cay for a day of snorkeling and fresh lobster cooked to perfection over wood coals. Once Captain Leon took care of reviewing our safety supplies (first aid, fire extinguisher, life vests, etc) we were on our way for the perfect way to spend a breezy, sunny day in Negril. An inexpensive Must-do on your Negril trip.
Written 25 February 2020
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GracieJonez
5 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
We took a boat to this island after snorkeling. Our hotel arranged for the boat. Skip the island altogether unless you want to get ripped off buying old rough lobster. Nothing much to see on the island.
Written 1 February 2023
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Rick
16 contributions
Sept 2022 • Friends
The island experience there was authentic with beautiful views, water, and great food. If you like lobster with garlic butter and chopped veggies, jerk chicken and of course red stripe. Look up....
Play Station for your trip there. Capt Lexus becomes your cook and tour guide if you wanna fish, snorkle or just go to booby island.
Play Station for your trip there. Capt Lexus becomes your cook and tour guide if you wanna fish, snorkle or just go to booby island.
Written 8 September 2022
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Tara
Raleigh, NC4 contributions
Jun 2022
Enjoyed our snorkeling adventure complete with lunch on Booby Cay Island. The seas were rough and the wind strong due to an offshore storm but that didn't dampen our fun on this little island. Lunch was delicious - lobster was out of season so chicken was on the menu.
Written 10 June 2022
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Drumheller, Canada142 contributions
Mar 2023 • Friends
We booked with @Crisann Campbell of @Crisann Tours
in Negril. She is absolutely amazing with her tourists. They become instant family!
Captain Howie on the Glass Bottom boat "Elvira" and Crisann and her beautiful daughter Skylar, took us out to snorkel just on the reefs before Booby Cay Island. We saw a ton of fish, a cannon and a old ship anchor. It only took us 20 mins to get to Booby Cay from 7 mile beach. The ocean was little rough that day, or we would've climbed in the boat, right off 7 mile beach. Safety first.
When we got to Booby Cay, Our Captain Howie began to cook our lobster picnic (Lobster is in season until End of March) while Crisann, Skylar, Mike and I took a tour of the island on foot. It is a beautiful piece of paradise.
We made our way back, Skylar and I went and played in the ocean (it was raining, but it didn't matter)
There is shelter on the island, picnic tables, and a place to cook.
We had ru. Punch and Red Stripe all the way there and back as well. It was a really amazing day with amazing people. Book with Crisann Tours. You can find her on Facebook and also under Crisann Campbell on Facebook. Or call
+1 876-707-5769. She usually gets back to you in 15 about minutes. You will have a friend for life. She goes anywhere you want to go and will look after all your bookings and personal needs too. Be ready for an awesome time!
in Negril. She is absolutely amazing with her tourists. They become instant family!
Captain Howie on the Glass Bottom boat "Elvira" and Crisann and her beautiful daughter Skylar, took us out to snorkel just on the reefs before Booby Cay Island. We saw a ton of fish, a cannon and a old ship anchor. It only took us 20 mins to get to Booby Cay from 7 mile beach. The ocean was little rough that day, or we would've climbed in the boat, right off 7 mile beach. Safety first.
When we got to Booby Cay, Our Captain Howie began to cook our lobster picnic (Lobster is in season until End of March) while Crisann, Skylar, Mike and I took a tour of the island on foot. It is a beautiful piece of paradise.
We made our way back, Skylar and I went and played in the ocean (it was raining, but it didn't matter)
There is shelter on the island, picnic tables, and a place to cook.
We had ru. Punch and Red Stripe all the way there and back as well. It was a really amazing day with amazing people. Book with Crisann Tours. You can find her on Facebook and also under Crisann Campbell on Facebook. Or call
+1 876-707-5769. She usually gets back to you in 15 about minutes. You will have a friend for life. She goes anywhere you want to go and will look after all your bookings and personal needs too. Be ready for an awesome time!
Written 5 April 2023
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RG_WorldTravel
Los Angeles, CA550 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
For those visiting Negril, the beaches are really beautiful and fun to enjoy. But one you’ve tanned, read a book and want to do a simple and easy adventure, there are a multitude of glass bottomed boats all over the beach front which will take you out to Booby Cay Island, and small little island that not far from the shore and nestled in incredible azure waters.
Along the way, there is a nice reef at which you can stop and snorkel. While the reef has a trendies amount of damage, it’s is still vibrant and is teeming with tropical fish and sea animals, there are also some parts of the reef with are really colorful and pretty.
Booby Cay itself is nice although the water is very rocky and not fun to walk and swim, the island itself is tiny and cute.
It’s definitely worth the cost to have a fun outing for a few hours.
Along the way, there is a nice reef at which you can stop and snorkel. While the reef has a trendies amount of damage, it’s is still vibrant and is teeming with tropical fish and sea animals, there are also some parts of the reef with are really colorful and pretty.
Booby Cay itself is nice although the water is very rocky and not fun to walk and swim, the island itself is tiny and cute.
It’s definitely worth the cost to have a fun outing for a few hours.
Written 12 January 2020
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BAHuston3
Langhorne, PA3,668 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
We had a great day with Captain Ray and David on our trip to Booby Cay for our delicious grilled lobster and chicken lunch.
Ray picked up up at the Beach House Condos beach.
We had a nice ride out as we looked at the 7 mile beach coastline.
We arrived at the island and there were a few other boats there.
Captain Ray had a cooler of rum punch, Red Stripe beer and bottles of water for us.
Ray and the other captains had a few charcoal grills going to cook the lobster.
The lobster and chicken were grilled to perfection. We also had garlic bread and vegetables.
We went out to the water to cool off before and after lunch. The swimming area is shallow water. We wore water shoes because there are some exposed rocks.
This is the third we took this tour with Captain Ray. It is always one of the highlights of our week when we visit in Negril.
I highly recommend this excursion with Captain Ray.
Enjoy!
Ray picked up up at the Beach House Condos beach.
We had a nice ride out as we looked at the 7 mile beach coastline.
We arrived at the island and there were a few other boats there.
Captain Ray had a cooler of rum punch, Red Stripe beer and bottles of water for us.
Ray and the other captains had a few charcoal grills going to cook the lobster.
The lobster and chicken were grilled to perfection. We also had garlic bread and vegetables.
We went out to the water to cool off before and after lunch. The swimming area is shallow water. We wore water shoes because there are some exposed rocks.
This is the third we took this tour with Captain Ray. It is always one of the highlights of our week when we visit in Negril.
I highly recommend this excursion with Captain Ray.
Enjoy!
Written 9 August 2023
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Charles Hawkins
3 contributions
Feb 2024 • Family
Trip to island on "TILI PON DA SEA" was fun. Cold beer calm seas. The grilled lobster lunch was delicious. Jammy, our chef was a great guy. Wife and I had a great time overall.
Written 23 February 2024
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Rbihary
Sterling Heights, MI71 contributions
Dec 2022 • Couples
Sharkhead took us to the island where we enjoyed drinks, freshly grilled lobster and steamed snapper. We explored the island and snorkeled. It was a great morning seeing something different. Highly recommend.
Written 16 December 2022
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Hi!
Beside that delicious lobster that everyone is talking about, is there anything to eat on the island? My husband is vegetarian.
Written 19 March 2022
Arnette
Dawsonville, Georgia
Is this good to do if cruising...coming from cruise port?..
Written 16 February 2019
I would do the Catamaran Tour before choosing the Booby Cay tour. It will give you a better experience of what Negril (ie cliff diving, snorkling, caves) is all about. Booby Cay is just a small island off the coast and there really isn't much to it other than a BBQ lunch.
Written 20 February 2019
Is there any public access to the water from Point Village Resorts to be able to swim across to Booby Cay?
Written 16 January 2018
No you have to take a water taxi or boat to get there but it is definitely worth the ride
Written 11 March 2018
Hi,
We are staying in the caves, do you guys collect or even better does the boat pass by ?
How long is the trip?
When does it start ?
Could I get a price for 2 people including the lobster lunch
How many people go on the trip ?
Best Regards
Nick & Jody
Written 3 November 2017
I assume you're gone now, but for next time....ask a local to contact Rickuoy "Junior" Phillips for a great experience. He became our friend a few years ago, and we now always make him a part of our entertainment while in Negril. This year, Junior took us and two friend-couples to Booby Cay, and prepared the best meal (and meal experience) of our lives. Prior best was salmon stuffed halibut in Alaska! The planned menu was wood grilled lobster and jerk chicken. Junior surprised us by adding black tuna he had caught the day prior. His spices and sauces were absolutely awesome. $60 per person, and we all happily tipped him. If you have phone service in Negril, Junior's # is 1-876-891-9230. This year and last, we bought day passes for Junior and Jamela to join us at CN for a day or two, where other guests have also become fond of him. He is now AKA Captain Junior, Chef Junior Professor Junior, and Dr. Junior! We posted a picture taken of him in 9/14 on Trip Advisor: "Junior taking ut to Juicy's"
Traveler photo submitted by Webe J (Apr 2015), although in 11/17, he was captain of Sea Shell rather thank Moon Star. Tell him Randy & Trish (and Renee Zellweger & Hugh Grant, and Snipe Dog & Poem) suggested you call!
FYI, I paid Junior a day in advance for Trish and me so he could prep. He is very trustworthy, and a wonderful person.
Written 1 January 2018
Is Point Village still there? Sailed round Booby Cay from the hotel.
Written 16 February 2017
Yes it is. Privately owned condos. But they rent them out.
Written 19 February 2017
Just wondering what you paid for the boat/snorkeling trip to Booby Cay so I have an idea of what to expect. Thanks!
Written 14 January 2017
We were quoted $60.00 at the Rockhouse but we were charged $70.00, so confirm the price before getting on the boat. I could have argued, but $10.00 doesn't break me. I felt sorry for the guys and gave them the extra $10.00 and a tip as well.
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Written 26 January 2017
How do I get in touch with Captain Moses if I want to visit Booby Cay?
Written 4 January 2017
Kris H
Prior Lake, Minnesota
Captain Moses has a little shop between Alfred's and the Pineapple Beach Resort located in the middle of Seven Mile Beach. He also walks the beach in a white T-shirt with "Captain Moses" on the front of it in red. My sister and I have taken the Booby Cay trip with him for the past 5 years. He and his crew are tons of fun and his grilled lobster is the best I've ever had. Watch out for the rum punch. It sneaks up on you quickly. Tell him Kris and Jeannie say hello!
Written 19 January 2017
We are staying at Sunset at the Palms on Booby Bay and would like to go to Booby Cay to snorkel. What price should we expect to pay for a round trip? How good is the snorkeling there?
Written 14 September 2016
We are going to be staying at Sunset at the Palms on Booby Bay, how much should we expect to pay to get over to Booby Bay Island? Also can you snorkel from the beach and see much ?
Written 14 September 2016
We paid 60 dollars on the glass bottom boats. Confirm the price before boarding. I have heard they will try and gaffe you if you don't do this. They picked us up at the Rockhouse hotel where we were staying. I am not sure how you will meet them at your hotel.
Written 15 September 2016
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