Blue Hole and Dunn’s River Falls Tour with Lunch and Cocktails at Reggae Hill
Too long for this call: you'd be back about 5:50 pm, 2 h 20 min after all aboard. Look for a shorter version or a longer port day.
Safety margin
- 8:00 amShip docks in Ocho Rios20 min to get off the ship and through the terminal
- 8:20 amLeave the pierThis tour meets at the pier
- 8:35 amEarliest tour startTour runs 7 h–9 h; we plan for 9 h. Latest sensible start: 5:15 am.
- 5:35 pmTour ends15 min back to the pier
- 5:50 pmBack at the gangwayAfter all aboard
- 3:30 pmAll aboardGangway closes; the ship won't wait for independent tours
Estimates based on the tour's longest published duration, our researched travel times and typical pier queues. Confirm the departure time on the booking page and keep your watch on ship's time.
Our verdict
Too long for a typical Ocho Rios call (8:00 am–3:30 pm). At up to 9 h plus travel from Turtle Bay Pier (main Ocho Rios cruise pier), the earliest you could be back is about 5:50 pm, after all aboard. It only works on a long call — your ship would need to stay until at least 6:50 pm.
The operator offers pickup, but the listed pickup points are hotels, not the cruise port. Choose "I will meet at the departure point" when booking and allow 15 min each way by taxi — that is what we counted above.
Among the 100 Ocho Rios shore excursions we track, this is one of the longer ones (the median runs 4 h); 79% of them fit a typical call.
Computed from the tour's published duration, the distance from the cruise pier to its start point and the typical Ocho Rios call. Adjust your ship's times above to recheck.
About this tour
This is a triple combination experience for those who want to visit the most unique water related attractions on the island. Your adventure begins with a trip to the stunning azure waters of Blue Hole, a climb up the famous Dunn's River Falls, and lunch and cocktails at Reggae Hill.
Max 150 per group English
What's included
- Beach chair
- Round-trip transportation
- Light entertainment performed by the beach hostesses and tour guide team
- 4 course tapas lunch and 3 alcoholic & 3 non-alcoholic house beverages
- Experienced and certified life guard for your safety
- Entrance to Reggae Hill
- Entrance to Dunn's River Falls & climbing guide
- Certified tour guide accompanying you from pick-up until final drop-off
- Entrance to Blue Hole & guide
Itinerary
- 1Blue HoleYour adventure begins with a trip to the stunning azure waters of blue hole where you can feel at one with nature. 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.
- 2Stop 2Next stop is Reggae Hill, a fertile green park situated along the White River. You will be given a complimentary chair where you can relax and enjoy the lush surroundings, colorful native plants, and hundred-year-old trees that abound on the property. Take a dip in the river, listen to reggae music, enjoy light entertainment by our staff and hostesses, and watch our bartender’s daily mixology as they create the secret cocktail of the day. For an authentic taste of Jamaica, savor an included tapas lunch of island-fusion dishes, including jerk chicken, jerk sausage, festivals, plantains, and more, along with house cocktails and lemonade.
- 3Dunn's River Falls and ParkThe adventure continues with a visit to the world-renowned Dunn’s River Waterfall and Park for an exciting climb up the limestone terraces. Your climbing guide will take you along the best route and point out the many natural cool plunge pools you can slide into as you journey upwards. For those who do not want to climb the waterfall, there is an observation deck where you can watch all the fun. (Climbing shoes are available for purchase at a designated stop or at the falls)
Meeting point and getting there
Start point
See booking page
From the cruise pier
Meets at the pier
Allow 20 min to get off the ship first. Taxi fares and pier details.
Returns
Back to the start point
Good to know
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. If the operator cancels for bad weather, you can rebook or get a full refund.
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children under 6 may find it difficult to climb the waterfalls.
- Guests are required to wear water shoes while climbing the falls. Water shoes are available for purchase from your tour guide.
- Guests should not carry or wear valuable items for this active excursion. Cash and/or valuables should not be left on the bus.
- Guests must be 18 years old to drink alcohol.
- The order of the tour is subject to change
Traveler reviews
Operated by Bamboo Beach Club. Prices, availability and tour details come from the booking partner and can change; the booking page is authoritative.
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