Private Dunn's River Falls, Ocho Rios Sightseeing and shopping
Back at the ship by about 1:40 pm, 1 h 50 min before all aboard. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 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 4 h–5 h; we plan for 5 h. Latest sensible start: 9:20 am.
- 1:30 pmTour ends10 min back to the pier
- 1:40 pmBack at the gangway1 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 5 h; ashore by 8:20 am, you can start by 8:30 am and be back at the gangway around 1:40 pm — 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 2:40 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
Visit the world-famous Dunn's River Falls where you experience the White River waterfall from the mountain cascading 1000 feet or (300 meters) down naturally terraced steps. This attraction famous for being featured in the James Bond movie Dr. No. as well as the 1988 film Cocktail featuring Tom Cruise.
This excursion gives you the opportunity to climb the world-famous Dunn's River Falls with a certified guide and enjoy some time in the majestic, warm ocean.
Enjoy scenic views of the lush vegetation of Ocho Rios while basking in its culture.
Experience the authentic islanders who are willing to share their knowledge and love of the area while shopping at with the locals or duty-free shops.
Please note that Entrance fee fo Dunn's River is not included.
Private tour English
What's included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Lunch
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Entrance fee for adults to the falls is 25 USD per person
- Entrance cost for the falls for kids 4-11 years is 17 USD
Itinerary
- 1Dunn's River Falls and ParkClimb/hike of the waterfalls with a guide then enjoy the Caribbean Sea and white sandy beach.
- 2Ocho RiosOcho Rios Highlight Tour - scenic route of the hills and valleys of Ocho Rios, Jamaica. Through the turns of Fern Gully to the panoramic view of Ocho Rios from Ocean Ridge. Experience local vendors and shopping.
Meeting point and getting there
Start point
Once guest disembark the vessel please proceed to the sign that says welcome to Ocho Rios. There you will ask for MR Andre Harris or any other representative who is available. Once you made contact they will inturn contact our representative to proceed to pick you up.
Once guest disembark the vessel please proceed to the sign that says welcome to Ocho Rios. There you will ask for MR Andre Harris or any other representative who is available. Once you made contact they will inturn contact our representative to proceed to pick you up.
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 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
Traveler reviews
Operated by C.L.A Tours and Excursions. Prices, availability and tour details come from the booking partner and can change; the booking page is authoritative.
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