Poko Loko Floating Bar: Island Chill

4.7 (11 reviews)3 hOcho RiosFood & drinkFits a typical call
Fits your day

Back at the ship by about 11:50 am, 3 h 40 min before all aboard. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 2 h 40 min to spare.

Safety margin
Ship in portGetting ashore (20 min)Safety margin (1 h)All aboard 3:30 pm
  1. 8:00 am
    Ship docks in Ocho Rios20 min to get off the ship and through the terminal
  2. 8:20 am
    Leave the pierThis tour meets at the pier
  3. 8:35 am
    Earliest tour startTour runs 3 h. Latest sensible start: 11:15 am.
  4. 11:35 am
    Tour ends15 min back to the pier
  5. 11:50 am
    Back at the gangway3 h 40 min before all aboard
  6. 3:30 pm
    All 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 8:35 am and be back at the gangway around 11:50 am — 2 h 40 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 12:50 pm or later. Even a short 7:00 am–2:00 pm call works.

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 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

Dive into adventure with your Morning Splash and Island Chill tour, where snorkeling and swimming unveil the vibrant marine life of our stunning waters. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon lounging on your spacious deck, sipping refreshing beverages crafted by skilled bartenders, and soaking up the sun. As the day winds down, indulge in your Sunset Sips experience, complete with music and entertainment against a backdrop of the breathtaking sunset. Satisfy your cravings at your onboard pizzeria with delicious pies while enjoying panoramic ocean views. And last but definitely not lease indulge in your Laser light show while allow yourself to let loose in your adults only segment Moon Light Vibes.

- Discover vibrant marine life while snorkeling and swimming

- Relax with refreshments and entertainment on a spacious deck

- Savor mouthwatering pizza with stunning ocean views

- Enjoy a sunset experience that enhances the perfect day on the water

- Let Loose with Laser light shows and good vibes

Max 250 per group

What's included

  • Music and Entertainment
  • Ferry Ride to and from the Floating Bar
  • $40 voucher to use towards food and drink
  • Complementary 20-minute Snorkeling
  • Depending on the tour package that you've purchased from the website, your package may include transportaition to and from your hotel
  • A Complimentary Titos Lemonade or Bottled Water

Itinerary

The driver meets you in the lobby of your hotel at your pickup time they will take you from there to Poko Loko. After your excursion have been completed the driver will then take you back to your hotel.

Meeting point and getting there

Start point
Guests who don't require pickup can make their way to mahagony beach in pineapple Ocho Rios
Guests who don't require pickup can make their way to mahagony beach in pineapple Ocho Rios
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.
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Operated by Poko Loko Jamaica. Prices, availability and tour details come from the booking partner and can change; the booking page is authoritative.

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