Although Negril is a destination that requires visitors to exercise safety precautions, this does not mean that you should alarmed, but rather be alert.
As long as you use your common sense, you shouldn’t have any problems during your visit to Negril.
Read on for the essential guide to safety in Negril.
Is It Safe to Go to Negril?
Yes, it is perfectly safe to go to Negril. Crime against tourists is very rare in Negril, except for some opportunistic crime such as petty theft. The risk of crime in Negril will be lower if you stick to some of the well-traveled areas such as the West End, which are generally safe.
The worst that can happen to you in Negril is probably that you’ll get approached by persistent and sometimes aggressive vendors. But if you just give them a polite but firm “no thank you” they will leave you alone.
The hotel security guards will not allow vendors onto the beach in front of the hotels and resorts. They are only allowed to walk along the high water line, but not to come up to guests until you invite them. So if you have a problem, just alert the security.
However, if you decide to walk along the beach, you will probably encounter the vendors. Although you may have to say “no thanks” a lot, there are no safety issues.
Is It Safe to Walk Around in Negril?
Negril is generally safe to walk around during the day time. However, it is recommended that you take safety precautions when walking around in the evening. If you must travel in the evening hours, be sure to take an official taxi cab to and from your destination and avoid walking late at night in the streets of Negril.
It is generally safe to walk the whole beach during the day. It is also fine to walk short distances (such as to 1 or 2 properties) on the beach in well-lit, populated areas at night. For instance, it’s fine to walk past bars and restaurants with other tourists on the beach. Avoid any dark or isolated areas. Always use your common sense and avoid any areas that don’t look safe.
It’s also safe to walk along the beach road at any time. But it is advisable not to take long walks on the beach road after 10pm. However, if there are other tourists out and about on the beach road, it should be fine. Just err on the side of caution, and take a taxi if you need to walk a distance of more than 10 minutes after 10pm.
Walking along the cliff road in the West End can be a bit nerve-wrecking both day and night as the roads are very narrow, poorly lit and cars drive by very fast.
Is Negril Safe at Night?
It depends on where exactly in Negril that you are walking around at night. If walking:
- Along the Beach: It is safe to walk short distances (such as to 1 or 2 properties) on the beach in well-lit, populated areas at night. For instance, you may walk past populated bars and restaurants where there are other tourists on the beach.
- Along the Beach Road: It is also safe to walk along the beach road at night. However, it is not recommended that you take long walks on the beach road after 10pm, unless there are other tourists out and about.
- Along the Cliff Road: Walking along the cliff road in the West End can be a bit nerve-wrecking both day and night as the roads are very narrow, poorly lit and cars drive by very fast.
When visiting Negril, it is recommended that you take extra care if out and about in the evening. It is best to use an official taxi cab to and from your destination instead of walking around at night.
Is Seven Mile Beach Safe?
Yes, Seven Mile Beach is perfectly safe to visit, as there are security guards who patrol the beach near the resorts.
It is generally safe to walk the whole Seven Mile Beach during the day. It is also fine to walk short distances (such as to 1 or 2 properties) on the beach in well-lit, populated areas at night. For instance, walking past populated bars and restaurants where there are other tourists on the beach. Avoid any dark or isolated areas. Always use your common sense and avoid any areas that don’t look safe.
It’s safe to walk along the beach road at any time. However, it is not recommended to take long walks on the beach road after 10pm. But if there are other tourists out and about on the beach road, it should be fine. Just err on the side of caution, and take an official taxi cab if you need to walk a distance of more than 10 minutes after 10pm.
Is Negril Dangerous in Any Way?
Walking around Negril at night can be dangerous, and should be avoided if possible. It is recommended that you take extra safety precautions when walking around Negril at night. Always use your common sense and avoid any areas that don’t look safe.
Here are some safety tips for avoiding danger in Negril:
- Avoid taking long walks in dark, poorly-lit or isolated areas.
- Avoid walking along the beach at night.
- Avoid walking along the beach road for a distance of more than 10 minutes after 10pm. Take an official taxi cab instead.
- Where possible, avoid walking along the cliff road in the West End as the roads are very narrow, poorly lit and cars drive by very fast.
- Always maintain a high level of awareness and alertness at night.
