Private Transfers to the South Coast, Westmoreland
- Aurum Transfers
- Oct 13, 2025
- 5 min read
Updated: Feb 24
Jamaica's south coast does not compete with the north for attention. It does not need to. While the resort-packed corridors of Montego Bay and Ocho Rios draw the crowds, the parishes of Westmoreland and St. Elizabeth quietly guard a coastline that feels like the Jamaica of forty years ago -- unhurried, undeveloped, and unapologetically authentic.
Overwater bungalows sit above shallow turquoise waters. A 275-year-old rum estate still produces some of the finest spirits on the planet. Crocodiles glide through dark rivers lined with mangroves. And a wooden shack built on stilts in the middle of the Caribbean Sea serves cold Red Stripe to anyone willing to make the boat ride.
This is Jamaica's unhurried south, and getting there in comfort is worth every mile.
Transfer Prices to the South Coast
All prices are for up to four guests in a private vehicle. Fixed pricing, no surprises.
The South Coast sits on Jamaica's southwestern shore, spanning the parishes of Westmoreland and St. Elizabeth. Most international visitors fly into MBJ, making the Montego Bay route the most popular option at $320 for up to four guests. The drive heads south through the interior, passing sugarcane fields and small towns before the coastline opens up near Whitehouse.
From Kingston, the route follows the southern coastal road through Mandeville and the Santa Cruz Mountains. It is a longer journey, but the changing landscape -- from city to mountains to coast -- is genuinely rewarding.
Every Aurum vehicle comes equipped with Starlink satellite WiFi, so the drive becomes productive or entertaining rather than dead time.
What Makes the South Coast Special
The South Coast is the antidote to the all-inclusive formula. Here, the tourism infrastructure is lighter. The beaches are emptier. The pace is set by fishing boats coming in with the morning catch, not by cruise ship schedules.
Westmoreland's coast around Whitehouse and Bluefields feels genuinely different from anywhere else in Jamaica. The water is calmer, the sand stretches are less manicured, and the communities along the shore have maintained a way of life that predates tourism entirely.
This stretch also sits in the rain shadow of Jamaica's central mountains, making it one of the driest and sunniest parts of the island -- a fact that the resort developers at Sandals clearly understood when they chose this location for their overwater bungalow concept.
South Coast Resorts and Properties
Sandals South Coast
The flagship property on this stretch, Sandals South Coast is the only resort in Jamaica offering overwater bungalows -- standalone suites built on stilts over the Caribbean with glass floors, private plunge pools, and butler service. The main resort sits on a curved bay with three distinct village areas, each with its own personality and restaurants. It is one of the most ambitious Sandals properties anywhere in the chain.
Bluefields Bay Villas
For travelers who want privacy over programming, Bluefields Bay Villas offers fully staffed luxury villas on a private beach. Each villa comes with a personal chef, butler, and housekeeper. There are no shared pools or buffet lines -- just your villa, your staff, and the sea. It is one of Jamaica's most exclusive accommodation experiences.
Naturia Whitehouse
A more intimate option along the Whitehouse coast, Naturia offers a boutique experience with direct beach access and the kind of personal service that smaller properties deliver naturally.
Sunset Resort & Villas
Blending resort amenities with villa-style accommodation, Sunset Resort provides a comfortable base for exploring the South Coast while maintaining the laid-back atmosphere that defines this region.
Attractions on the South Coast
The South Coast packs genuine, one-of-a-kind experiences into a relatively compact area.
Black River Safari
The Black River is Jamaica's longest navigable river, and a boat safari through its mangrove-lined channels is one of the island's best wildlife experiences. American crocodiles sun themselves on the banks, and the birdlife is exceptional -- herons, egrets, and jacanas populate the waterway. The safari boats depart from the town of Black River, roughly thirty minutes east of Whitehouse.
Pelican Bar
There is nothing quite like Pelican Bar anywhere in the Caribbean, or possibly the world. A wooden bar built on a sandbar roughly a mile offshore, accessible only by boat. The structure looks like it should not survive the next storm, but it has stood for over two decades, serving cold beer and grilled fish to anyone who makes the trip. Getting there is half the experience -- local fishermen run boat taxis from Treasure Beach and Parottee.
YS Falls
A privately owned waterfall complex on the YS River, these cascading falls are less crowded than Dunn's River and arguably more beautiful. You can climb, swing on rope swings into natural pools, or simply float beneath the falls. The property also maintains a small farm with horses and ostriches, and the grounds are impeccably maintained.
Lover's Leap
A dramatic cliff rising over 1,700 feet above the sea on the south coast, Lover's Leap offers panoramic views that stretch for miles in every direction. The site comes with its own legend -- two enslaved lovers who chose to leap from the cliff rather than be separated. A small museum and restaurant sit at the top, making it a natural stop on any south coast itinerary.
Your Transfer Experience with Aurum Transfers
When you book a transfer to the South Coast with Aurum Transfers, here is what to expect:
From MBJ: Your driver meets you inside the arrivals terminal at Sangster International with a name board. We track your flight in real time, so delays never leave you stranded. The drive south takes roughly two and a half to three hours through Jamaica's interior -- sugar estates, small parishes, and rolling farmland before the coast opens up.
From KIN: Your driver meets you inside the arrivals terminal at Norman Manley International. The route west follows the southern coast through Old Harbour, May Pen, and the Santa Cruz Mountains. Starlink WiFi keeps you connected through stretches where mobile signal drops away.
From OCJ: Your driver meets you right outside the arrivals area at Ian Fleming International. The route heads west along the north coast before cutting south through the island's interior. It is the longest route, but the scenery makes up for it.
Every vehicle in our fleet is owned and maintained by Aurum Transfers. We do not subcontract. Your driver is an Aurum employee, JTB certified, and trained to our standards.
Why Book a Private Transfer to the South Coast?
The South Coast is not a destination you can easily reach by shared shuttle. Most transfer services focus on the north coast resorts, leaving the south underserved. A private transfer with Aurum means:
Fixed, transparent pricing for up to four guests
Inside-terminal meet and greet at MBJ and KIN
Starlink satellite WiFi in every vehicle
Real-time flight tracking so your driver adjusts to your actual arrival
Cold water and refreshments for the ride
JTB-licensed, Jamaican-owned service based in Drax Hall, Ocho Rios
The South Coast rewards the traveler willing to go further. Let us make sure the journey there is just as good as the destination.
Aurum Transfers Limited is a JTB-licensed, Jamaican-owned private transfer company based in Drax Hall, Ocho Rios. We operate a 100% owned fleet with Starlink satellite WiFi in every vehicle.
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