Holiday Jamaica

Overview

🏝️ Jamaica Swamp Safari Village: Where James Bond's Crocodile Jump Was Born and "Trespassers Will Be Eaten"
✨ Vibe Check: Movie-famous, wildly adventurous, prehistorically awesome
This is the actual James Bond filming location where Ross Kananga performed that legendary crocodile jumping stunt in 1972's "Live and Let Die" – and yes, the movie villain was named after him! What started with a "Trespassers Will Be Eaten" sign that caught Hollywood's attention has become Jamaica's most thrilling wildlife adventure. Watch expert Donald 'Buddy' Roach fearlessly enter crocodile pens with massive adults while you learn about these prehistoric creatures in every development stage. Hold baby crocodiles and Jamaican Boas, spot the once-thought-extinct Jamaican Coney, and see Jamaica's only Green Anaconda in 50 acres of natural mangrove habitat. It's movie history meets real-life adventure in the wildest way possible.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Who Should Come? Yes for brave families with older kids – The hands-on experiences with baby animals are incredible, and kids love the James Bond connection. Perfect for adventure seekers and movie buffs who want to experience real filming locations. Great for wildlife enthusiasts interested in seeing rare and endemic Jamaican species in their natural mangrove habitat.
🔍 What's There:
James Bond filming location from "Live and Let Die" (1972)
American Crocodiles in all development stages (hatchlings to adults)
Expert crocodile demonstrations by Donald 'Buddy' Roach
Hands-on experiences holding baby crocodiles and Jamaican Boas
Walk-through aviary with native and endemic doves and pigeons
Jamaican Coney (once thought extinct species)
Jamaica's only Green Anaconda on display
50 acres of natural mangrove habitat for authentic wildlife viewing
Guided walking tours with storied historical information

💡 Insider Tip: Ask about the James Bond stories – the guides love sharing behind-the-scenes details about how that famous "Trespassers Will Be Eaten" sign caught the movie producers' attention! Watch for Donald 'Buddy' Roach's demonstrations – seeing an expert fearlessly enter crocodile pens is absolutely mind-blowing. Best photos are during the hands-on baby crocodile holding – it's a once-in-a-lifetime shot. Don't miss learning about the Jamaican Coney – seeing a species that was once thought extinct is incredibly special. Bring a camera – this place has movie history, prehistoric creatures, and rare wildlife that create amazing storytelling opportunities.