Ocho Rios Bay Beach from the Ocho Rios cruise port
Beach2-3 hours
The public white-sand beach beside the terminal, with water sports, a snack shop and picnic areas, so you can swim without a transfer.
Getting there from the ship
From
Turtle Bay Pier
Ocho Rios has 2 cruise piers; your line confirms which one the evening before. Pier guide.
Travel time
Ask at the taxi stand · 0.3 km
Allow about 20 minutes to get off the ship first. Ocho Rios taxi fares.
Cost
Non-residents US$10 adult, US$7 child (UDC). Older third-party reports of J$200 refer to resident-level prices.
Time to allow
2-3 hours
Will you be back for all aboard?
Plan on 2-3 hours, and check the travel time with a taxi dispatcher at the pier before you commit on a 8:00 am–3:30 pm call.
Tip
Walk-off distance from the pier is a few hundred yards. UDC lists hours as 8:30 to 16:00, so check the closing time against your all-aboard time.
Ocho Rios cruise port: Ocho Rios Bay Beach FAQ
How much does it cost to visit Ocho Rios Bay Beach?
Non-residents US$10 adult, US$7 child (UDC). Older third-party reports of J$200 refer to resident-level prices.
How much time do you need at Ocho Rios Bay Beach?
Allow 2-3 hours. Plan on 2-3 hours, and check the travel time with a taxi dispatcher at the pier before you commit on a 8:00 am–3:30 pm call.
Can you visit Ocho Rios Bay Beach on your own from a cruise ship?
Yes, it is easy to do on your own. Walk-off distance from the pier is a few hundred yards. UDC lists hours as 8:30 to 16:00, so check the closing time against your all-aboard time.
More things to do near Ocho Rios Bay Beach
- Turtle River Park · Attraction
- Konoko Falls · Nature · 5-10 minutes by taxi from the pier · 1.2 km from Ocho Rios Bay Beach
- Mahogany Beach · Beach · 5 minutes by taxi from the pier · 1.5 km from Ocho Rios Bay Beach
- Fern Gully · Nature · 1.7 km from Ocho Rios Bay Beach