What is the importance of the major rivers in Jamaica?

Three of the most popular rivers used for rafting in Jamaica are the Great River, the Rio Grande and the Martha Brae River. The Black River is the widest river in Jamaica. For 28 kilometers from its mouth it is navigable for small vessels, and it is used for ecological tours. read more

For the most part though, the rivers in Jamaica are still used for irrigation and domestic purposes particularly by the rural folks. The Rio Minho is the longest river in Jamaica. It rises close to the mainland's geographic centre, flowing generally south-southwest, reaching the Caribbean Sea at Carlisle Bay in the central south coast, to the west of the island's southern-most point, Portland Point. read more