Emancipation Day (August 1) and Independence Day (August 6) are two of Jamaica's biggest celebrations back to back. If you're sending flags, clothing, or a care package for the occasion, book early — barrel shipping takes 4-6 weeks total.
Barrel shipping takes about 4-6 weeks total, including ocean transit and Jamaican customs clearance. Here's roughly how the timing works out — the exact final departure before the holiday changes year to year based on the sailing schedule.
Rough booking windows:
Contact us for the exact next departure date — it changes based on the sailing schedule.
Seasonal doesn't mean marked up — you pay the same flat rate as always.
Flat rate, fill it to the top.
$90 CAD40% more volume for $30 more.
$120 CADAlways an option, no pickup fee.
Always FREE"Sent flags and clothes for the whole family in time for Independence Day. Booked in June just to be safe and it arrived with plenty of time to spare."
"Didn't realize how quickly the summer books up. Glad I asked Keisha about the deadline before waiting until July."
"My aunt loved the care package for Emancipendation. Same price as any other month, just had to plan the timing."