Ocho Rios · NEGRIL, BLUE MOUNTAIN & DAY TRIPS
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Ocho Rios makes a good base for the rest of the island, from Negril’s seven-mile beach to Blue Mountain coffee country. These are the best day trips out, how long each drive runs, what’s included once you arrive, and which are worth the early start.
Ocho Rios to Negril catamaran day with an open-bar cruise, snorkeling, Seven Mile Beach time, and Rick’s Cafe sunset.
“Loved the beach, the music, the lit day party on the Catamaran. Open bar and music. Needed better snacks. We enjoyed it.”
Downhill biking through Jamaica’s Blue Mountains from Ocho Rios, with brunch, a coffee roasting demo, and a waterfall swim included.
“- Pickup 1 hour too late, no information of delay - bad driving - bad bikes + beautiful landscape + good breakfast and lunch + well organized at the location”
Private Blue Mountains day trip from Ocho Rios with hotel pickup, waterfalls, and a hands-on Blue Mountain coffee farm visit.
“This was our favorite trip while we were in Jamaica. Delton made us feel welcome and safe. The trip to the Blue Mountains and a local coffee farm was amazing. Delton provided so much insight on Jamaican history, culture and naturRead more”
Private Negril day trip from Ocho Rios or Runaway Bay with Seven Mile Beach time and a fun stop at Rick’s Cafe.
“We went on a tour of Ocho Rios and to Rick Cafe with Winston. Winston was great, he was very informative and patient because we asked a ton of questions. I will definitely recommend his tours. We when come to Ocho Rios we definitely will be booking him again. Thanks so much Winston, me and my family had a ball.”
Half-day Martha Brae bamboo rafting with roundtrip hotel transport, a guided herb garden visit, and a calm 30-foot river ride in Jamaica.
“Our transportation, Coopa Tours, was great. He told us so much about the island on the way to the tour and he was super nice. The Martha Brae tour was fun and relaxing.”
Full-day Blue Mountains tour from Ocho Rios with biking, coffee roasting, Jamaican meals, and a refreshing swim.
“Be weary of the itinerary description as I did not receive what was described. I was picked up by the driver on time, no issues there(great guy). Upon getting to the blue mountain coffee shop, where we were met by the staff, I was told that tRead more”
Private Negril day trip from Ocho Rios with Seven Mile Beach, Margaritaville, optional Rick’s Cafe, and smooth round-trip transport.
“Kenneth was a great host to close out our last day. He was available when we needed him and answered all of our questions.”
Blue Hole swims and cliff-edge thrills, then White River tubing in Ocho Rios with a narrated guide and small group comfort.
“Amazing experience and would recommend as a must when in Jamaica. Our tour guide Rajaye is the best and really enjoyed how he took care of all of us. Rajaye gave us a personalized adventure. Thank you soo much Rajaye!!!!”
Climb Dunn’s River Falls by handhold, then relax in Bamboo Beach Club VIP with padded chairs, reggae, cocktails, and a 4-course lunch.
“La excursión a las cascadas estuvo bien aunque estaba muy masificado. El Bamboo club, es un chiringuito muy normal en una cala en medio de la nada, no merece la pena.”
A private Port Antonio day trip from Ocho Rios with air-conditioned transport, Somerset Falls, Rio Grande bamboo rafting, jerk lunch, and beach time.
“We had a great day out with Mr T and he shared so many details about Jamaica that we felt we got to know the country so much more. We thoroughly enjoyed all the activities but the Somerset Falls was the standout highlight of the day. Be Read more”
Private Blue Mountains hike from Ocho Rios with a guide, Holywell Park trails, Irish Town and Newcastle stops, and included entrance fees.
“Good walk through Holywell park. Shame that it ended so soon”
See Jamaica’s Luminous Lagoon at night on a guided swim and boat ride from Ocho Rios/Runaway Bay, built for moonless skies.
“L’autista è venuto a prenderci in hotel. È stato super puntuale e ci ha spiegato diverse cose nel tragitto. L’esperienza è favolosa. Abbiamo avuto la fortuna di essere poche persone in barca e abbiamo goduto appieno del fenomeno che era molto visibile sia durante il bagno sia quando la barca è ripartita e muove l’acqua. Consigliato.”
Private Negril day trip from Runaway Bay: Seven Mile Beach, Rick’s Café sunset and cliff jumping, plus round-trip transport on a dedicated guide.
“Came with the family on a evening out to watch the sunset witch was very nice a good view. However everything is so expensive 7 dollars for a redstripe is expensive but it was good fun watching people dive of the cliffs into the water and the dj played some good music seemed to be like a fast and furious type of place with people just chilling.”
