Occasionally you may spot a nurse shark but they are harmless. Spiny sea urchins can hide in sea grass and along the cliffs and reefs, the spines are painful if you step on one of these creatures. Many people advise wearing watersocks. If a spine does lodge in your foot, remove the spine and have a local tell you about the ammonia cure for stopping the pain. Jellyfish are most often spotted in harbors on the north coast rather than in Negril.
Shopping is available from craft stalls, both on the street and at the two craft markets.
Something to catch your interest will also be found in tourist souvenir shops, and duty-free stores. Woodcarvings, straw goods, indigenous art, perfumes, watches, and jewelry are available. One can also buy an array of cooking spices and sauces, Blue Mountain coffee, rums and liqueurs, and cigars. Jamaican music is available on CDs or cassette tapes. There are three shopping centers in town.