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Seven Mile Beach

Пляж Севен-Майл
Jamaica · Beach · Negril
crystal
Best month: January

Best for

Ideal for all types of holidaymakers: families, couples, young people. Suitable for swimming, water sports and resort holidays.

Best month

January

Water
+27.8°C
Length
11 000 m
The main and most famous beach in Negril, stretching 7 miles along Long Bay. It features powdery white sand and crystal-clear turquoise water, popular for swimming, snorkelling and sunset watching.
Surface
sand
Waves
calm
Entry
gentle
Description Pros & Cons Best For Features Beach & Entry Water & Waves Swim Season Safety Infrastructure Vibe Nature Activities Tips Nearby
Description
General information about the beach
The main and most famous beach in Negril, stretching 7 miles along Long Bay. It features powdery white sand and crystal-clear turquoise water, popular for swimming, snorkelling and sunset watching.
Pros and cons
Main advantages and disadvantages

Pros

  • Powdery white sand
  • Crystal-clear water
  • Long shoreline
  • Numerous resorts and restaurants
  • Water sports
  • Beautiful sunsets
  • Suitable for everyone

Cons

  • Can be crowded
  • Many vendors
  • High prices at resorts
  • Paid parking
Best for
Who this beach is ideal for
Ideal for all types of holidaymakers: families, couples, young people. Suitable for swimming, water sports and resort holidays.
Features
What makes this beach unique
Seven Mile Beach is one of the most famous beaches in the world, renowned for its sunsets and powdery white sand. Despite its name, it stretches about 7 miles (11 km) including Bloody Bay.
Beach & Entry
Surface, sand, water entry and bottom
Surface Type
Main surface type
sand
Sand Color
Main sand colour
white
Sand Texture
Grain size
powdery
Water Entry
How steep the drop-off is
gentle
Shallow Distance
Metres to waist-deep water
30 m
Bottom Type
Main bottom type
sand
Water Shoes
Whether special footwear is needed
not needed
Beach Length
Beach length in metres
11 000 m
Water & Waves
Colour, clarity, temperature and waves
Water Colour
turquoise
Water Clarity
crystal
Average Water Temp
+27.8 °C
Max Water Temp
+29.0 °C
Wave Type
calm
Wave Height
0.3 m
Swim Season
When the swimming season starts and ends
Season start
December January February March April
Season end
April
Best month
January
Safety
Currents, water quality, dangerous creatures, hospital
Rip Currents
Likelihood of rip currents
low
Water Quality
Water purity rating
excellent
Jellyfish Risk
Likelihood of jellyfish
low
Shark Risk
Likelihood of sharks
minimal
Crime Level
Overall safety level
safe
Hospital Distance
Kilometres to hospital
5.0 km
Dangerous creatures
Jellyfish (in season)
Sea urchins
Stingrays
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Infrastructure
Amenities on and near the beach
Sunbeds
Yes
Umbrellas
Yes
Showers
Yes
Toilets
Yes
Changing Rooms
Yes
Lifeguards
Yes
First Aid
Yes
Parking
Yes
Wi-Fi
Yes
Kids Playground
Yes
Sports Ground
Yes
Restaurants Nearby
20 pcs
Best restaurants

Restaurants on Seven Mile Beach

Jamaican and International

Numerous restaurants and bars along the beach with local cuisine and seafood.

Nearby cuisines

Jamaican

Traditional Jamaican cuisine with jerk chicken, rice and beans

Must try: Jerk chicken, rice and beans, plantain

Seafood

Fresh seafood from the Caribbean Sea

Must try: Lobster, prawns, fish
Vibe
Energy, crowd, silence and sunsets
Energy
active
Crowd Level
crowded
Silence Level
noisy
Sunset Quality
exceptional
Nature
Trees and natural shade
Trees on Beach
Yes
Natural Shade
moderate
Activities
Snorkelling, diving, surfing, kayaking
Snorkeling
Yes
Diving
Yes
Surfing
Yes
Kayaking / SUP
Yes
Tips
What to bring, best time, local rules
What to Bring
SPF50+ cream Water Towel Swimsuit Flip-flops Cash Sunglasses
Best Time to Swim
Best time is December to April, in the dry season. In the evening — beautiful sunsets. In the morning there are fewer people.
Local Rules
Swimming in permitted areas. Littering is prohibited. Respect other beachgoers.
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Nearby
Attractions and places near the beach

Negril Cliffs

Scenic cliffs with restaurants and bars.

Bloody Bay

Northern part of the beach with a calmer atmosphere.

Rick-s Cafe

Legendary cliffside bar with sunsets.

Where to stay
Hotels and apartments near the beach
Frequently asked questions
Seven Mile Beach: what is the water like at this beach?
At this beach, water colour — turquoise, clarity crystal, average temperature +27.8°C, warms up to +29.0°C in the warmest season. Check the exact temperature by month in the chart section.
Seven Mile Beach: what are the waves like and is it safe to swim?
Waves at this beach are — calm. Average wave height — 0.3 m. Calm water is great for families with children and those who prefer not to deal with strong swell.
Seven Mile Beach: what is the water entry and bottom like?
Water entry is — gentle. The shallow area extends for 30 metres from the shore. Bottom — sand. Special shoes are not required — the water entry is comfortable. The gentle slope is safe for children and inexperienced swimmers.
Seven Mile Beach: what kind of sand and surface does the beach have?
Beach surface — sand. Sand colour — white. Texture — powdery. Beach length — 11 000 metres.
Seven Mile Beach: when is the swimming season?
The swimming season starts in December, January, February, March, April. It ends in April. The best month for a holiday is January. This is when the water is warmest and the weather is most comfortable.
Seven Mile Beach: is it safe to swim?
Water quality is rated as excellent. Rip currents are unlikely. Jellyfish risk — low. Shark risk — minimal. Always watch for warning signs and follow lifeguards instructions.
Seven Mile Beach: which dangerous creatures live in the water?
The water contains: Jellyfish (in season), Sea urchins, Stingrays. We recommend wearing protective footwear, not touching marine life and taking care when entering the water.
Seven Mile Beach: what infrastructure is available on the beach?
The beach offers: sunbeds, umbrellas, showers, toilets, changing rooms, parking, Wi-Fi, kids playground, sports ground. All amenities are listed in the "Infrastructure" section above.
Seven Mile Beach: are there lifeguards and a first aid station?
Lifeguards are on duty on the beach — an important safety factor. A first aid station is available.
Seven Mile Beach: where can I eat near the beach?
Popular places nearby: Restaurants on Seven Mile Beach. Cuisines available: Jamaican, Seafood. See the "Infrastructure" section for details.
Seven Mile Beach: what should I bring to the beach?
We recommend bringing: SPF50+ cream, Water, Towel, Swimsuit, Flip-flops, Cash, Sunglasses.
Seven Mile Beach: when is the best time to swim?
Best time is December to April, in the dry season. In the evening — beautiful sunsets. In the morning there are fewer people.
Seven Mile Beach: what are the rules and restrictions on the beach?
Swimming in permitted areas. Littering is prohibited. Respect other beachgoers.
Seven Mile Beach: what activities are available?
The beach offers: snorkelling, diving, surfing, kayaking and SUP. See the "Activities" section above for details.
Seven Mile Beach: who is this beach best for?
Ideal for all types of holidaymakers: families, couples, young people. Suitable for swimming, water sports and resort holidays.
Seven Mile Beach: what makes this beach unique?
Seven Mile Beach is one of the most famous beaches in the world, renowned for its sunsets and powdery white sand. Despite its name, it stretches about 7 miles (11 km) including Bloody Bay.
Seven Mile Beach: what are the pros and cons of the beach?
Pros: Powdery white sand, Crystal-clear water, Long shoreline, Numerous resorts and restaurants, Water sports, Beautiful sunsets, Suitable for everyone. Cons: Can be crowded, Many vendors, High prices at resorts, Paid parking.
Seven Mile Beach: what is near the beach?
Nearby you can visit: Negril Cliffs, Bloody Bay, Rick-s Cafe. Detailed descriptions in the "Nearby" section above.
Seven Mile Beach: how do I get to the city of Negril?
The beach is located near the city of Negril. Full information about the city — hotels, restaurants, attractions, transport — is available on the city page for Negril.

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Negril

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