Things to do in

Ocho Rios

Book this worry-free one-way or round-trip transfer service between the Montego Bay Airport (MBJ) and hotels in any of the major resort towns in Jamaica, including Montego Bay, Negril, Lucea, Ocho Rios, Runaway Bay, Trelawny, and Rosehall. Start your vacation off right without having to negotiate with taxi drivers or arrange your airport transfer. Get to and from your hotel comfortably and with the minimum of fuss and stress. Choose from shared, private, and luxury transportation options. VIP Services Available VIP Arrival Meet and Greet service includes: • Fast-track escorted service through Customs & Immigration • Dedicated seating area while your luggage is being retrieved • Arrivals lounge with complimentary WIFI and snacks and beverages, and private restroom and changing facilities VIP Departure Service includes: • Fast-track privileges through Immigration & Security • Complimentary fresh fruits, pastries, snacks, sandwiches, tapas, and patties • Complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (hot/cold) • Unlimited WIFI and fully equipped business center • Shower facilities • Free phone calls to US, Canada, and UK landlines

With this excursion, instead of taking 3 days out of your vacation to see all of these popular Jamaican attractions you can visit them all in just 1 day. Climb Dunn’s River Falls. With the help of your guide, you’ll climb 600 feet to the top of this magnificent waterfall that’s tiered like a wedding cake. Stop for a swim in the refreshing rock pools. With the guide’s help, it’s an easy climb that everyone can enjoy. After the falls, you’ll have a tour of the town of Ocho Rios with a stop for souvenir shopping and to enjoy a typical Jamaican lunch. Next, you’ll head off on a drive through small market towns and hills to 9 Mile, the birth and final resting place of reggae superstar Bob Marley. Hear the story of his childhood and rise to stardom. Option Bioluminescent Lagoon Cruise and Dinner As you head back towards the coast you’ll stop at the Joe James Restaurant and Art Gallery. Enjoy Mr. James’s artwork and sit sown for a Jamaican family-style dinner (included). Finish your tour with a visit to the Luminous Lagoon, inhabited by microscopic organisms that emit a phosphorescent light when the water is agitated. Shortly after sunset, you’ll board a boat that takes you across the lagoon. As the water is disturbed, you’ll see the water illuminated behind the boat. Stop to enjoy a swim and watch your body glow. This luminous phenomenon is only seen in 3 locations on the planet.

Board a boat for a ride on the bioluminescent lagoon to see the illumination of the water that occurs as the boat disturbs the microscopic organisms inhabiting the lagoon. On this boat ride after the sun goes down your boat captain and guide will tell you the story of the lagoon and why it glows. As your boat approaches the center of the lagoon, your captain will tell you about the folklore around swimming in the lagoon. Then you’ll have a chance to slip into the lagoon, which is less than 5 feet deep. As you swim, the water around you will begin to glow. Watch as your hands begin to sparkle as if covered in glitter. After exploring this Jamaican natural wonder, you'll be transferred back to your hotel.

Your adventure begins with a trip to the stunning azure waters of Blue Hole. The clear turquoise water of this quintessential swimming hole will entice you to dive right in. You can climb the mini waterfalls, explore hidden caves, and snap memorable pictures surrounded by lush flora and native plants. Next stop is Dunn's River Falls. Join hands for an exciting climb up the famous waterfall. Your climbing guide will take you along the best route and point out the many cool plunge pools you can slide into as you journey upwards. Then it's off to Bamboo Beach Club for some sun, fun and relaxation. Relax in your complimentary beach chair and enjoy light entertainment, reggae music and cocktail demonstrations. Enjoy an included tapas lunch along with with house cocktails and beverages, all served to your chair by smiling and friendly hostesses.

Connect with nature on a day trip from Montego Bay or Negril, with hotel transfers included. Drift down the Martha Brae River on a bamboo raft on a truly Jamaican experience, and witness the natural phenomenon of bioluminescence at Luminous Lagoon. End the day with a Jamaican dinner and limbo show. At Miss Martha's Herb Garden, learn how to build a bamboo raft before hopping onto one. Sit back and take in the tropical scenery as your raftsman pilots you downriver. Along the way, hear tales of local folklore and learn the importance of wild herbs in traditional Jamaican medicine and cuisine. After rafting, drive through the historic town of Falmouth, a childhood stomping ground of the world's fastest man Usain Bolt, and see St Peter's Anglican Church, one of the oldest churches in Jamaica. Next up is the star of the show, the Luminous Lagoon. Just after sunset, time to take a swim in the glowing neon waters of this bioluminescent bay. Finally, savor a welcome drink and a Jamaican dinner made from locally sourced ingredients as you watch an entertaining limbo dancing show.

Get to know the dolphins of Ocho Rios with an unforgettable swim encounter and day under the sun at Dolphin Cove, Ocho Rios! Take the plunge into adventure at Jamaica's most popular marine park and enjoy swimming, playing, or just relaxing in the natural lagoon. After a brief presentation on interacting with the friendly marine mammals, it's into the deep for a 30-minute frolic with your slippery friend. Pucker up for a dolphin kiss, do a water dance... you may even get a belly ride! Enjoy splashing around with your new friend in an exciting experience you'll remember forever. Spend the rest of the day basking in the sun and enjoying the cool water lagoon at Dolphin Cove, Ocho Rios!

Spend a full day taking in the best of Negril: hang out on the beach, browse the shopping center, and go cliff-jumping at Rick's. Start your day with a drive along Jamaica’s beautiful north-western coastline, which takes you past rural villages and the Lucea Harbor, to arrive at Negril’s famous beach. The Seven Mile Beach is a gorgeous stretch of sugar-white sand and bright turquoise water. Here you'll have 3 to 4 hours of free time at the beach to enjoy as you please: go swimming, sunbathing, or visit a beach bar for snacks and drinks. Next, head with your guide to Times Square, a popular Negril shopping center where you can look for souvenirs and gifts at a variety of shops. During your 1 hour here, browse the selection of duty-free goods like jewelry and watches, as well as Jamaican items like rum, coffee, cigars, and textiles. Restaurants and snack bars are also available if you get hungry or thirsty. Finish your Negril experience with a 1-hour stop at Rick’s Café, the area’s iconic bluff-top restaurant where visitors line up to jump from the cliffs into the clear sea below. Take part in the action or just watch—it’s up to you. Purchase an ice-cold beer or a cocktail and settle in to watch the Negril sunset.

All aboard a fantastic catamaran cruise to one of Jamaica's natural treasures, Dunn's River Falls. Enjoy drinks, music, dancing and, a secret-ingredient signature cocktail. Relax as the DJ spins a reggae soundtrack, and the crew plays host on this luxury catamaran adventure. Take in the panoramic views as you sail across crystal, blue waters. Stop to swim and snorkel in the warm ocean, meeting a variety of underwater wildlife. Back on board for another delicious cocktail, as you head toward towards more breathtaking natural beauty.  As a highlight, experience the majesty of Dunn’s River Falls, led by expert guides. Join hands to form a human chain, as you wind your way up the rocky slopes of this 600 foot waterfall. Pose for snapshots amid the luxuriant foliage that lines the sides of the ascending falls. Cascading down from its untainted source high in the mountains, feel refreshed as the water hits your skin.

Board your bus for a short drive to Dunn’s River Falls, a much-loved Jamaican national treasure. Join hands for an unforgettable climb up the 600-foot natural limestone staircase. Guides are provided to assist you when ascending the rushing waters as it plunges directly into the pristine Caribbean Sea. They will take you along the best route and point out the many cool plunge pools you can slide into as you journey upwards. Then visit Reggae Hill. Jamaica is often called the “land of wood and water” and there is no more perfect portrayal of this than that which you will find here. Situated on the bank of the beautiful White River in Ocho Rios, a visit to the lush and tropical setting of this lovely hidden gem is a treat for the whole family. Here you can take part in a favorite Jamaican pastime – river swimming! Stroll along the riverbank, jump in for a swim, or simply dip your toes in the cool spring water. Relax in your complimentary chair and enjoy the beauty of the tropical plants and flowers that abound. The sounds of reggae music play throughout the property, creating a chill atmosphere and a cool Jamaican vibe. Enjoy light entertainment, including line dancing and hand-crafted cocktail demonstrations while savoring a Jamaican tapas lunch along with rum punch and lemonade. If time permits and at discretion of tour guide, there will be a stop for souvenir shopping along the way.

Listen to the rhythm of Caribbean calypso, hold friendly stingrays, and visit Little Port Royal - a replica of Jamaica’s most famous pirate haunt - to watch pirates roam through town, with a full-day admission pass to Dolphin Cove in Ocho Rios, Jamaica’s top marine attraction. Your ticket gives access to a full range of activities and adventures, including the chance to cross the crystal clear Caribbean waters in a glass-bottom kayak, and stroll through the jungle looking for snakes, iguanas, and exotic birds. Pet and feed stingrays, while swimming among the graceful creatures in complete safety. Watch dolphins at play, and hunt for treasure in the shops of Little Port Royal pirate’s village. Captain your own boat on the waves of the Caribbean Sea, enjoying spectacular views of the coast as you go. Sample tropical fruits and spices, and the legendary Blue Mountain Coffee of the Star Buccaneer’s Coffee Shop. Get some braids in your hair, or just relax and unwind as you enjoy your day in the sun.