Blue Hole Tour from Ocho Rios
Back at the ship by about 11:40 am, 3 h 50 min before all aboard. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 2 h 50 min to spare.
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
- 8:30 amEarliest tour startTour runs 3 h. Latest sensible start: 11:20 am.
- 11:30 amTour ends10 min back to the pier
- 11:40 amBack at the gangway3 h 50 min before 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
This tour fits a typical Ocho Rios call (8:00 am–3:30 pm). It runs 3 h; ashore by 8:20 am, you can start by 8:30 am and be back at the gangway around 11:40 am — 2 h 50 min to spare on top of a 1 h safety margin.
Rule of thumb: it keeps the safety margin as long as all aboard is 12:40 pm or later. Even a short 7:00 am–2:00 pm call works.
The operator picks up at the cruise port (it is on their pickup list), so the trip to the start point is part of the tour. We allow 10 min to walk off and find the pickup; look for the ground-transportation area outside Turtle Bay Pier (main Ocho Rios cruise pier).
Among the 400 Ocho Rios shore excursions we track, this is one of the shorter ones (the median runs 4 h); 76% 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
Visit the hidden treasure and the number one place to see in Ocho Rios - Blue Hole. This is a must see when you visit the beautiful island of Jamaica!
Max 20 per group English
What's included
- Driver/guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in air-condition vehicle
Not included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food
- Gratuities
Itinerary
- 1Blue HoleThe Blue Hole is now a must see whenever you visit Jamaica. Your private vehicle will pick you up at the schedule pick up time. Pick is include in price for hotel within a 3 miles radius of Ocho Rios and the cruise ship port. The ride to the Blue Hole is approximately 30 minutes, along this drive you will have a sight tour and a bit of history of surrounding communities. Be ready to have a time of your life at the Blue Hole, upon arriving at the location you will be introduced to your guide for the 10 minutes hike upstream. This place is breathtaking as this river is spring fed with Crystal clear water flowing all year round. The beautiful pools of blue water is just ready for you to plunge in, give us your best dive, somersault, backflip or just jump right in and enjoy the refreshing waterfalls. Be ready to explore the hidden cave while playing around at the biggest pool. Your are not done yet, it's time for the rope swing at the final pool this is like Tarzan in the jungle.
- 2Taj Mahal Shopping CenterThis tour only include the Blue Hole and a stop at the shops which is optional. See lush green landscape of Jamaica as you travel to the Blue Hole through the small community of exchange, this is a taste of the real culture you will no where else, book Dr.fun fun tours.
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.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A minimum of 2 adults per booking is required
Traveler reviews
Operated by Dr.fun tours. Prices, availability and tour details come from the booking partner and can change; the booking page is authoritative.
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