Green Grotto Caves and Attractions

Overview

Description

The Green Grotto Caves & Attractions is located in Discovery Bay, St. Ann Jamaica. The caves, which are just over 1.5 miles from the spot at which Christopher Columbus landed in 1494, were sought after as a hideout by the Spanish during the takeover of the island by the English in 1655. The caves were a haven for runaway slaves in the 18th Century and between the two World Wars, were used by smugglers running arms to Cuba.

In close proximity to the Caves, is the world famous Dunn's River Falls & Park, Jamaica's signature attraction. Here visitors can embark on a guided climb of the 940-foot falls or just relax on the beach.

Making a Difference

Number of employees: 26

Percentage of local employees: 100%

The operations at the Green Grotto Caves & Attraction follow our Environmental Management System, which ensures that our guests/clients will enjoy the natural environment of our facilities. We recognize that our attraction has an important role to play in educating visitors about our environment, specifically, the sensitive eco-system found within and around our caves. Our actions are therefore committed to practicing environmentally sound behavior in all areas of our operations.

Accordingly, our specific actions to sustain the health or our local and global environment include:

a) Complying with all environmental laws and regulations
b) Minimizing the use of energy, water, raw materials, generation of solid waste and other pollutants, through the implementation of a reduction, recycle and reuse program
c) Educating our guests and staff on the sensitive eco-system found within and around our caves, with emphasis on the biodiversity, and to such extent, invite them to participate in monitoring activities
d) Working with others in the tourism industry, in public agencies and the community to achieve wider environmental goals
e) Openly and proudly communicating our environmental policies and practices to our employees, guests and interested parties
f) Maintaining a continuous commitment to improve environmental practice

Rates

Ages 4-12 years @ US$10.00 per person
Over 12 years @ US20.00 per person
Includes entry, guided tour of caves, access to nature trail, use of bump cap (protective head gear) for cave tour.

Getting There

Nearest international airport: Montego Bay (SIA)

Travel time to nearest airport: 90 minutes

Additional Information

Date This Information Was Provided

June 2009.

Photo courtesy of Green Grotto Caves and Attractions , Jamaica, for SustainableTrip.org.