I passed the entrance to SMH many times, but never got back there to look at the property, but I hear it’s lovely. You’ll be submerged in Portland’s lush vegetation. Drapers is a nice location about 10-15 minute drive from town. You can get a route taxi from the main road. Not sure what a chartered ride would cost.

I’ve been to Woody’s on a previous visit, but wasn’t hungry so I didn’t taste one of those famous burgers. However my friend said she enjoyed her. I can tell you they are huge.

As far as lobsters…besides Dickies you can get a lobster meal at Anna Banana and Norma’s on the pier/marina.

I was informed the Jerk Center sells grilled lobster also. I wish I knew that while I was there. They have a separate grill for seafood. Was told the roasted fish is excellent.

Chicken at the Jerk Center is sold at 300J a quarter.
Jerk pork is 900J a pound
Sausage is 1,200J a pound (oh my mouth is watering!)

Fish and lobsters are priced according to size.

The organized tours to Navy Island have stopped. Like you, I became fascinated by its past and wanted to still go if it were safe to do so. I searched and found a boat captain who was willing to putter me over, but he was having maintenance done on his boat. I was leaving before it would be back on the water. But I’ve kept in touch with him to arrange a drift over on my next visit. I’ll definitely let you know how that goes.

Oh do consider the rafting experience. The 2-3 hour drift is exceptionally relaxing as well as stimulating to the eyes. The view of the Blue Mountains and surrounding, thick greenery will take your breath away. The cost depends on where you book. Going through a tour company ($60 - $75 a raft) is more than directly contacting a licensed captain who owns his own bamboo raft. If you are interested, I can get in contact with a captain and pass on a price and his number to you that way you can decide at your leisure.

I see you and I could travel together as we have another interest in common. Moore Town, the home of the Maroons. Let me tell you, going to MT that was the highlight of my visit. Everything about that place, the people, the culture and the vast land is awesome. I’ll post a view pictures soon.