Diving at Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls, Ocho Rios

Jump, swim and climb two waterfalls in one morning

Dive and swim at Blue Hole, a secluded waterfall site in the Ocho Rios hills, then climb the 600-foot cascade of Dunn's River Falls. The activity includes a driver guide, hotel or port pickup, entry to both sites, and a choice between private and group departures. You hike through mineral pools, jump from cliffs, use the rope swing and navigate caves before moving to the second waterfall.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Blue Hole1h · entry included
2. Dunn's River Falls1h · entry included

Visit Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls

• Arrive at Blue Hole
• Hike through waterfalls
• Swim in mineral pools
• Explore caves
• Cliff jump and rope swing
• Stroll through forest
• Travel to Dunn's River Falls
• Climb Dunn's River Falls

The experience

Blue Hole sits in the hills above Ocho Rios, unmarked and undeveloped. The site is a series of waterfalls feeding deep pools where you swim, dive and jump from the rocks. You hike through the falls themselves, wade through mineral pools and explore caves carved into the stone. A rope swing hangs over one of the pools. The water is cold and clear, and the place stays quiet because it sits away from the main tourist routes.

After Blue Hole, you move to Dunn's River Falls, the 600-foot cascade that is Jamaica's most recognizable waterfall. Climbing it means ascending a natural staircase of rock and water, moving from one pool to the next. The climb takes focus and balance but no technical skill. Your guide leads both sites and handles the logistics. Hotel or port pickup is included, depending on where you're staying. The whole outing runs between two and four hours.

You choose between a private tour and a group option that holds up to fifteen people. Groups require a minimum of four adults to depart. Private bookings need at least two. Children aged four to eleven pay half price, and infants travel free. Bring water shoes and a towel, as both are essential for moving safely over the rocks and through the water.

What’s included

• Entry to Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls.
• driver guide in English.
• hotel pickup and drop-off or port pickup and drop-off.

Options for this experience

2 options

Group of 4 to 15 peopleUp to 15 per booking · Guide in English · 09:00, 10:00 and 11:00Coaster and minibus, pickup is included

Private combo tour from Ocho RiosUp to 3 per booking · Guide in English · 09:00, 10:00 and 11:00Includes pickup

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

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

Book up toStart time

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 35 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Tour Jamaica Today

Is this one for you?Choose the private option if your group is smaller than four adults and you want to set your own pace at each site. Pick the group departure if you're traveling with at least four adults and prefer to share the cost with other visitors.

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Top questions

Can children come?

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

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What exactly is Blue Hole and why is it different from Dunn's River?

Blue Hole is a secluded waterfall site in the hills above Ocho Rios with a series of cascades feeding into deep pools. It stays undeveloped and quiet because it sits away from the main tourist areas. Dunn's River Falls is Jamaica's most famous waterfall, a 600-foot climb that is well-known globally. The two are separate attractions visited in the same outing.

Can I dive and cliff jump at both waterfalls?

Blue Hole is built for diving, jumping and swimming in its pools. You jump from cliffs, use the rope swing and explore caves. Dunn's River Falls is a climbing waterfall where you ascend the natural rock staircase from pool to pool. It is not a diving site.

How long does the whole activity take?

The outing runs between two and four hours, including time at both Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls, plus travel between them and hotel or port pickup and drop-off.

What's included in the price?

Entry to both Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls, a driver guide, and hotel or port pickup and drop-off are included. Bring your own water shoes and towel.

Is this a private tour or will I be with other people?

You choose at checkout: private tour for your group, or a shared group departure with up to fifteen people. Private bookings need at least two adults. Group tours require a minimum of four adults to depart.