Blue Hole and Martha Brae tour from Montego Bay: Jump and raft

Waterfalls with a choice: jump them or walk around them, then float the river

A full-day tour from Montego Bay takes you to Blue Hole in the Ocho Rios hills, where you can jump between pools, swim through caves and dive from cliffs, then raft 3 miles down the Martha Brae River. Your guide tailors the waterfall experience to your group, and lunch is a stop you arrange yourself.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Blue Hole2h · entry included
2. Martha Brae River1h · entry included

Blue Hole and Martha Brae Tour

• Depart hotel in Montego Bay
• Travel 2 hours to Ocho Rios
• Arrive at Blue Hole
• Explore waterfalls, swim, and cliff dive
• Raft down Martha Brae River
• Enjoy local jerk cuisine
• Return to hotel

The experience

The tour starts with a 2-hour drive from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle. Your driver highlights points of interest along the way and shares commentary about the region. Once you reach Blue Hole, a professional guide meets you and builds the waterfall portion around what your group wants to do. The site has multiple levels: you can walk or jump your way down, swim in the pools, swing on ropes, dive from cliffs, or swim through caves. If climbing and jumping aren't for you, you can stay at the side, take photos and watch the falls from there.

After Blue Hole, you head to Martha Brae River for a 3-mile raft down the water. The river winds through Jamaican wilderness, and you'll see the local flora and fauna from the raft. The day wraps with a stop for lunch. The cost is on you, but your driver knows where to eat.

What’s included

• Private transportation from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• a professional guide at Blue Hole who customizes the experience for your group.
• access to the waterfall pools, caves and cliff-diving areas.
• a 3-mile raft down Martha Brae River.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day10 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 11:30

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 29 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 15 days ago

Good to know

Physically demandingInfant seats availableNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Byrons Jamaica Tours

Is this one for you?Your guide speaks English and builds the Blue Hole portion around what your group wants to do, so whether you're jumping between pools or watching from the side, the pace works for you. The full day is physically demanding (climbing, jumping and swimming are options, not requirements), so come ready to move or content to observe.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What exactly is the Blue Hole and what can I do there?

Blue Hole is a series of secluded waterfalls in the hills near Ocho Rios with multiple levels and pools. You can jump between the pools, swim through caves, dive from cliffs, swing on ropes, or simply view the falls and photograph them from the side if you prefer not to climb.

How long is the raft ride down Martha Brae River?

The Martha Brae raft is a 3-mile float down the river through the Jamaican wilderness, where you'll see local plants and wildlife from the water.

Is there time to eat during the tour?

Yes, your driver stops for lunch, but you pay for your own meal. The driver can recommend where to eat.

How much of the day is spent traveling versus at the attractions?

The drive from Montego Bay to Blue Hole takes 2 hours. The rest of the 7-hour day is split between the waterfall site and the river raft, with a lunch stop in between.

Do I have to jump or climb at Blue Hole if I don't want to?

No. Your guide tailors the experience to your group. If you don't want to jump or climb, you can stay at the side of the falls, take pictures, and watch others from there.