Ocho Rios White river tubing along with beach and lunch stop
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 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 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
This 3-mile journey in perfect tubing conditions will take you through pools and gentle rapids as you admire the ever-changing scenery alongside riverbanks and tropical forests. Breathe in the fresh air as you pass relaxing lagoons providing perfect breaks from the rapids that serve as your natural guide downstream. You will be escorted by a local expert on this 45-minute journey that serves as an awesome adventure.
Once at the beach, you can swim in Jamaica's inviting waters or kick your feet up on your personal lounge chair. With palm trees behind you, blue waters in front of you, and sand under your feet, this day at the beach will certainly meet you in your daydreams back home. After our time at the beach we will head to Scotchies Restaurant for a classic Jamaican meal. The famous Jamaican jerk chicken will leave your taste buds and stomach satisfied as your beautiful surroundings allow you to subconsciously savor your food a little bit longer. The perfect day in Jamdown!
What's included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch stop at one of the best jerk spots Scotchies . Includes jerk chicken, rice or festival with a non-alcoholic beverage (sodas,water)
Not included
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
Meeting point and getting there
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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 Jamaica Unique Tours. Prices, availability and tour details come from the booking partner and can change; the booking page is authoritative.
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