- Water area: Caribbean Sea
- Length of the coastline: 0.35 km
- Type: sandy
- Address: Oracabessa, Jamaica
- Phone: +1 876-975-3665
- Opening hours: 9: 00-17: 30
James Bond Beach is one of the most famous and unique beaches in Jamaica . It is located on the north coast of the island in the north-western part of Orakabessa . The beach is near the resort town of Ocho Rios . The territory of the beach reminds a fairy tale: there is always warm sunny weather, changing the color of the waves of the Caribbean Sea, snow-white air sand and majestic palms. This paradise in Jamaica will not leave indifferent any traveler.
The legendary "Bondiana"
Previously, the nameless beach got its name after filming the first series of the cult saga of the adventures of the charming and brave James Bond. It was to this beach that the beautiful Ursula Andress - "Bond's first girl" - came out of the water.
Near the James Bond beach there is a villa called "Golden Eye" , where Ian Fleming lived, the "literary father" of 007. Here the novels that became the basis for the scenarios of the legendary "Bondiana" were born. Currently, part of the mansion is occupied by the writer's museum, where visitors can sit at the desk where Fleming performed.
What is unique about the beach?
The beach named after James Bond in its shape resembles an almost regular large square, which is fringed on three sides by crystal clear waters of the Caribbean Sea, and on the fourth side is guarded by a number of rocky ridges of St. Mary. The area of the beach is about 10 thousand square meters. m, and the total length of the coastline is close to 350 m. The middle of the so-called square is a large meadow where reggae and jazz musicians regularly attend concerts. These activities are often visited by Zigi Marley, the son of the famous musician and singer Bob Marley.
Near the beach there are many hotels, hotels and wooden houses. On the beach itself runs a two-storey Moonraker bar, with an entrance from all four sides. This bar is designed for 200 people, but on concerts days it is packed to capacity. There is also a restaurant here. Guests of the paradise lagoon can go diving or surfing, and for a fee everyone is provided with yachts for excursions.
Enough rich and diverse underwater world near the coast, as, indeed, throughout the Caribbean. There are thousands of flocks of exotic species of fish, huge sea turtles and dolphins. The James Bond beach is a fabulous place that will give you an unforgettable vacation.
How to get to the beach?
If you stayed in one of the hotels Orakabessa , then you can reach the beach by bike, taxi, bus or walk. From Ocho Rios , which is 16 km from the beach, you can easily reach the James Bond beach by taxi or a rented car.
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