Green Grotto Caves & Blue Hole: Cave & Cliff Jump Adventure

Navigate two cave systems and jump into turquoise pools in one morning

This guided activity in Ocho Rios combines exploration of Green Grotto Caves (an underground labyrinth with stalactites, stalagmites and an illuminated lake) with cliff jumping, rope swinging and swimming at Blue Hole, a natural pool surrounded by jungle. The experience runs 3 to 4 hours and includes private transportation and hotel pickup from either Falmouth or Montego Bay. Children from age 6 are welcome. Moderate fitness is required.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Green Grotto Caves1h 20m · entry included
2. Blue Hole2h · entry included

Explore Green Grotto Caves and Blue Hole

• Tour Green Grotto Caves
• Learn cave history and geology
• See underground lake and chambers
• Travel to Blue Hole in Ocho Rios
• Swim in crystal-clear waters
• Cliff jump and rope swing
• Explore hidden caves and waterfalls

The experience

Green Grotto Caves opens the day: you walk through a guided route into passages carved by limestone, past stalactites and stalagmites, and discover an underground lake lit by atmospheric lighting. The caves hold layers of history (used by the Arawak people, later by Spanish conquistadors and runaway slaves), and the guide walks you through the chambers and hidden features as you move through. The passages are navigable but require some climbing and ducking. The cave stays cool and damp year-round.

From there you transition to Blue Hole, a natural pool in the jungle near Ocho Rios where the water runs turquoise and clear. This is where the activity shifts: you can swim in the pool, jump from the cliff edge into the water below, or swing on a rope out over the pool and drop in. The site sits surrounded by tropical foliage and rock formations, and your guide points out hidden caves and small waterfalls tucked into the jungle around the pool. The water is deep enough for jumping and rope swinging, and you'll have time to explore and cool off between activities.

Private transportation picks you up from your hotel in either Falmouth or Montego Bay and brings you back after the activity ends. The vehicle is air-conditioned, and all entry fees and taxes are included in the price. Bring a swimsuit, towel and water shoes or sandals that can get wet. The cave floor is uneven and the pool area has rocks. Lunch is not part of the package, so eat before you go or plan to grab food after.

What’s included

• Private transportation from your hotel in Falmouth or Montego Bay.
• guided access to Green Grotto Caves with the underground lake and chambers.
• entry to Blue Hole with time for swimming, cliff jumping and rope swinging.
• air-conditioned vehicle for the round trip.
• all fees and taxes.

Options for this experience

2 options

From Falmouth Hotels08:30 and 09:00Pickups from hotels in Falmouth: pickup is included

Pickups from hotels in Montego Bay08:00, 08:30 and 09:00Pickups from hotels in Montego Bay: pickup is included

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 08:00, 08:30 and 09:00

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (6 to 12 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 10 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.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

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Is this one for you?Book from Falmouth if you're staying on the north coast near there, or from Montego Bay if that's your base. The pickup point determines your travel time. Moderate fitness is necessary because of the cave passages and the pool activities, so this suits travelers comfortable with climbing, uneven ground and optional cliff jumping rather than those looking for a relaxed sightseeing day.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 12 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.

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's inside Green Grotto Caves that makes it worth the visit?

Green Grotto Caves is an underground system of passages and chambers filled with stalactites and stalagmites, plus an underground lake illuminated by lighting. The guide explains the cave's history (from use by the Arawak people to its role as a hideout during Spanish colonial times and later periods) as you walk through the different sections and hidden chambers.

Can I actually jump off the cliff at Blue Hole, or is that just for experienced swimmers?

Cliff jumping at Blue Hole is optional and part of the activity. The pool is deep and the guides are experienced with it. You can also rope swing into the water or simply swim. Your guide will assess the conditions and your comfort level before you jump, and swimming alone is a perfectly valid choice if you prefer that instead.

How long does the whole thing take, and what time does pickup happen?

The activity runs 3 to 4 hours total, covering both caves and the pool. Pickup time depends on which hotel you're staying at (Falmouth or Montego Bay), and will be confirmed when you book. The operator will arrange the specific pickup window based on your location.

What should I bring, and is there anywhere to change or shower after?

Bring a swimsuit, towel, water shoes or sandals that can handle wet conditions, and sunscreen. The cave floor is uneven and the pool area has rocks, so footwear matters. Shower facilities are not mentioned as part of the package, so plan to change into dry clothes in the vehicle or back at your hotel.