Blue Hole And White River Tubing from Ocho Rios & Runaway Bay
Back at the ship by about 12:40 pm, 2 h 50 min before all aboard. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 1 h 50 min to spare.
- 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–4 h; we plan for 4 h. Latest sensible start: 10:20 am.
- 12:30 pmTour ends10 min back to the pier
- 12:40 pmBack at the gangway2 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 up to 4 h; ashore by 8:20 am, you can start by 8:30 am and be back at the gangway around 12:40 pm — 1 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 1:40 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 about average in length (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
Find the ultimate fun filled adventure when visiting the Blue Hole and White River Tubing an Ocho Rios hidden gems! From exhilarating cliff dives or jumps, to rope swing like Tarzan, exploring under water caves, get a back massage from the gushing waters and enjoy a breathtaking journey in inner tubes through rushing rapids and gentle pools as you drift along the White River.
What's included
- Hotel/Port pickup and drop-off
- Life jacket
- Driver/guide
- Entrance Fees/Tickets
- Round-trip Transportation by air condition mini-van or bus.
- A MINIMUM OF 3 PEOPLE PER BOOKING IS REQUIRED FOR THIS TOUR
Not included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks available to purchase
Itinerary
- 1Blue HoleThe Blue Hole is a peaceful and secluded spot located in the White River Valley which borders both St Ann and St Mary. At the Blue Hole you will get an attentive guide that will assist you to an adventure and a once in a lifetime experience. You will get to climb along the many cascades, jumping off the rocks into the natural swimming pools. Explore hidden underwater caves, daring dives and an exciting Tarzan rope swing.
- 2White RiverAt the White River each participant will get a tube to begin there breathtaking journey through rushing rapids and gentle pools as you continue to drift along the White River which takes approximately 45 minutes. At the Midway way point you will have the option to take a breathtaking 15ft. plunge into the deep crystal river water while having your photo taken by a photographer of which you can purchase at the end of the trip. NOTE: There are changing facility and life jackets are available for non swimmers.
Meeting point and getting there
Good to know
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A MINIMUM OF FOUR (4) PEOPLE PER BOOKING IS REQUIRED FOR THIS TOUR
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given a full refund.
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 3 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- A full refund will be offered if your cruise ship cannot dock on the day of your tour.
Traveler reviews
Operated by Jacques Tours Jamaica. Prices, availability and tour details come from the booking partner and can change; the booking page is authoritative.
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