Bob Marley Nine Mile and Dunn's River Falls tour from Ocho Rios

Walk through Bob Marley's childhood home, then hike 180 feet up cascading waterfalls

A full-day guided tour from Ocho Rios combines two of Jamaica's most visited landmarks: Bob Marley's Nine Mile, the birthplace and final resting place of reggae's founder, and Dunn's River Falls, a tiered waterfall where you trek to the summit for views of the surrounding coast. The tour includes hotel or cruise ship pickup, round-trip transport by air-conditioned minivan, a professional English-speaking guide, and a meal at a local jerk restaurant.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Bob Marley's Nine Mile1h 30m · entry included
2. Dunn's River Falls1h 30m · entry included

Visit Bob Marley and Dunn's River Falls

• Pick up from Ocho Rios port or hotels
• Visit Bob Marley's birthplace in Nine Mile
• Enjoy optional Jamaican cuisine at Scotchie
• Hike up Dunn's River Falls
• Relax on beach or in kiddies pool

The experience

The day starts with pickup from your hotel or cruise ship in the Ocho Rios area at 9am (cruise passengers are collected 30 minutes after disembarkation). The minivan carries you inland to Nine Mile, St. Ann, where you'll tour the house where Bob Marley was born and the home he lived in from infancy through his teenage years. A professional guide walks you through the spaces and shares the history of Jamaica's reggae legend before the group moves on to lunch at Scotchie, a local spot known for authentic Jamaican jerk chicken.

The afternoon takes you to Dunn's River Falls, one of Jamaica's most recognizable natural attractions. The falls drop 180 feet in a series of terraced limestone steps that flow directly onto a beach. You'll hike up the cascades to the top, where the landscape opens onto views of the surrounding coastline and forest. The park also has a kiddies pool and beach area if you prefer to swim or rest between the main climb. Bring water shoes, a camera, swimwear and a towel. Bottled water is provided throughout the day.

The tour runs about six hours total and returns you to your hotel or ship in the early afternoon. The minivan is air-conditioned, and the guide provides live commentary during the drive. A minimum of two adults per booking is required. Children are welcome from age one, and specialized infant seats are available if needed.

What’s included

• Bottled water.
• professional English-speaking guide.
• all fees and taxes.
• round-trip transport by air-conditioned minivan.
• hotel or cruise ship pickup and drop-off from the Ocho Rios area.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Infant (1 to 2 years): free

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortInfant seats available

Operated by Marvyn's Paradise Tours Limited

Is this one for you?Join this full-day shared tour if you want to visit both Bob Marley's Nine Mile birthplace and Dunn's River Falls with a guide, departing mornings from Ocho Rios to fit cruise ship schedules.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (1 to 2 years): free.

What is there to do at Dunn's River Falls besides hiking the waterfall?

Dunn's River Falls has a kiddies pool and a beach area at the base where you can swim and relax between sections of the hike or if you prefer not to climb the full height of the cascades.

Can I book this tour if I'm arriving on a cruise ship?

Yes. The tour includes pickup from cruise ships in Ocho Rios. The operator will collect you 30 minutes after you disembark and return you in time for the ship's departure.

Is lunch included in the price?

Lunch at Scotchie, a local jerk restaurant, is optional and arranged during the tour. You can choose whether to eat there or skip it.

What should I bring for the waterfall part of the tour?

Bring water shoes, a camera, swimwear and a towel. The tour provides bottled water, but you'll want your own gear for the hike and swimming.

How physically demanding is this tour?

The operator recommends at least a moderate level of physical fitness, mainly for the hike up Dunn's River Falls, which involves climbing wet limestone steps.