Exotic Fruits & Flowers Plantation

Tour Highlights

Stroll vibrant gardens, taste rare tropical fruits, and explore the lush beauty of a working Jamaican plantation.
Exotic Fruits & Flowers Plantation

FROM:

$89.00

FROM:

$89.00
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Catadupa, St. James
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Year Round
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3.5 Hours (excluding transfer)
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10:00 AM
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Minimum Age: 6 years old
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OVERVIEW
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HIGHLIGHTS
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MEETING LOCATION
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Meet Your Facilitators

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Kareece is a dedicated practitioner with extensive training in various healing modalities. She is certified in Yin Yoga by LoveLightYoga and is completing her 200-hours yoga teacher training with Yoga Angels International. Her journey includes training in Shoden Reiki Level 1 with Iron Lotus Academy, and she utilizes reiki for self-healing and actualization. Kareece's path has connected her with traditional healers, indigenous communities, and shamans from around the world. She has profound experience in the ceremonial use of entheogenic plants, such as ayahuasca and sacred mushrooms, as well as cacao, kambo, san pedro, sananga, and sacred tobacco. As a plant medicine ceremony facilitator and musician, she also supports integration. An Ifa and Shamanic practitioner attuned to I-Ching, Kareece offers this divination tool to help people find answers to life's questions.

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Dylan Chong: As the super full moon illuminates our path above a sea of clouds in the enchanting mountains of Croydon, prepare to connect with nature and explore the mystical world of mushrooms. Embark on a transformative journey with our guided experience. Join us for an unforgettable evening of introspection, connection, and awe-inspiring natural beauty. With his diverse skill set and passion for sustainable living, Dylan Chong is a true renaissance man in the world of agriculture and wellness. He is a multi-talented individual with a diverse range of skills and passions, including over 10 years of practice in the holistic healing arts. A certified yoga teacher, with over 500 hours of training, he incorporates mindfulness and wellness practices into all of his offerings. Dylan has also apprenticed in myofascial release therapy, further expanding his knowledge of holistic health practices. The moon part should say sturgeon- not Surgeon.

Overview

Immerse yourself in the vibrant beauty of Croydon in the Mountains on this guided Exotic Fruits & Flowers experience. Stroll through lush tropical gardens blooming with orchids, hibiscus, and other native flora, and wander among the plantation’s thriving fruit trees. Taste freshly harvested exotic fruits—including up to 19 varieties of pineapple—picked straight from the estate.

As you explore, you’ll learn about Jamaica’s rich agricultural history and Croydon’s connection to national hero and abolitionist Samuel Sharpe. From hummingbird sanctuaries to fragrant spice trails, this tour is a feast for the senses, set against the stunning backdrop of the Catadupa Mountains.

Highlights

  • Stroll through Croydon’s lush, 130+ acre estate
  • Taste up to 19 varieties of sweet, juicy pineapples
  • Learn about the history of the estate and its ties to Jamaican heritage
  • Explore the diverse plantations of fruit trees, spices, and flowers
  • Visit a hummingbird sanctuary and learn about eco-friendly farming practices
  • Enjoy a relaxing lunch break surrounded by nature (food for purchase)

Meeting Locations

For example:

  • 10:00 – 10:15 Welcome
  • 10:15 – 10:40 History of Croydon in the Mountains
  • 10:40 – 10:50 19 variations of Pineapple tasting
  • 10:50 – 11:20 Explore different plantation fruits, spices, and flowers
  • 11:20 – 11:50 Explore the Garden of Blossoms
  • 11:50 – 12:00 Walk through the produce field and learn about different produce on the estate
  • 12:00 – 1:30 Lunch and leisure
  • 1:30 Departure

  • Guided walking tour of Croydon in the Mountains plantation
  • Educational presentation on the estate’s history, including ties to abolitionist Samuel Sharpe
  • Guided exploration of tropical fruit orchards, flower gardens, and produce fields
  • Tastings of up to 19 varieties of pineapples and other exotic fruits
  • Visit to the hummingbird sanctuary and introduction to eco-friendly initiatives
  • Lunch break and leisure time at the pavilion (food not included)
  • Round-trip transportation
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Group packages available (with welcome drink and 1 complimentary for every 25 guests)

  • Food and beverages (available for purchase on-site)
  • Vegetarian options available but not included (Callaloo Sandwiches, Ackee Patties, Fish Sandwiches)
  • No complimentary food/beverage unless part of a group package
  • Weight restriction: 350 lbs
  • Not recommended for individuals with mobility challenges despite wheelchair access due to the nature of the terrain

  • Comfortable clothes and shoes
  • Sunscreen
  • Water bottle (optional)
  • Spending money for snacks and beverages
  • Curiosity for nature, agriculture, and Jamaican culture

Got a Question?

Check out our FAQs page that you will find linked on the footer. If you have any problems booking email us.

Email: contact@croydon-estate.com