Blue Hole tour from Runaway Bay: Swim and skip the line

Swim in Blue Hole's river pool, guided and without the gate queue

A private tour from Runaway Bay to Blue Hole near Ocho Rios, with hotel pickup, skip-the-line entry and an English-speaking guide. You swim in the river, hear about the area from your driver as you travel the North Coast, and stop for shopping. The tour runs 3 to 5 hours and fits groups up to 15 people. Children 4 to 11 pay half price and children under 4 travel free.

Step-by-step itinerary

Tour from Runaway Bay to Blue Hole

• Travel from Runaway Bay to Ocho Rios
• Pass various attractions and landmarks
• Enjoy an exciting river swim at Blue Hole
• Listen to guide's cultural and area insights
• Shop and explore Ocho Rios

The experience

The tour picks you up at your Runaway Bay hotel and heads north along the coast toward Blue Hole, passing landmarks and attractions your guide will point out. You're free to ask questions along the way. The pace is yours, not a fixed schedule. Bottled water is included, and the driver keeps you informed about what you're seeing.

At Blue Hole, you skip the line at the gate and swim in the river pool. The guides there make sure the experience stays memorable and safe. After the swim, the tour includes a stop for shopping before the return to your hotel. Bring your own water shoes and towel. The whole outing takes between 3 and 5 hours depending on how the day unfolds.

What’s included

• Entry to Blue Hole.
• skip-the-line admission.
• transportation to and from your Runaway Bay hotel.
• room temperature bottled water.
• an English-speaking guide for the full journey along the North Coast.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00, 10:00 and 11:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 20 pickup points.

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

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearby

Operated by Tour Jamaica Today

Is this one for you?Hotel pickup from Runaway Bay means you don't need a car or arrange your own transport to reach Blue Hole. The tour collects you and handles the drive, so you can focus on the swim and the scenery.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years); Infant (under 4): free.

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

Blue Hole is a river pool fed by a freshwater spring near Ocho Rios. You swim in the water during the tour. The guides ensure you're comfortable and safe the whole time.

Does the tour include entry to Blue Hole, or do I pay separately?

Entry is included in the tour price, and you skip the line at the gate: a major advantage since the site sells out regularly.

How long does the whole tour take?

The tour runs 3 to 5 hours from pickup at your hotel to drop-off, depending on how long you spend at Blue Hole and shopping.

Is hotel pickup really included, or is that extra?

Hotel pickup and return transportation from your Runaway Bay hotel are included in the tour price.

What should I bring with me?

Bring water shoes and a towel. Bottled water is provided, but you may want to bring sunscreen and a change of clothes for after the swim.