Montego Bay: ATV Adventure & Bamboo Rafting with Massage

Summary

Explore Montego Bay’s hills by ATV then float the Great River

You’ll ride ATVs through Montego Bay’s hills with a local guide, then drift along the Great River on a bamboo raft while hearing stories from your rafter. The limestone foot massage is unexpectedly soothing — you might even laugh at yourself trying not to slip getting on board. Includes hotel pickup and plenty of chances for photos or food stops if you want them.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect to start the day bouncing along red dirt roads above Montego Bay, but there we were — helmets on, dust in our teeth, laughing every time someone hit a bump too hard. Our guide, Andre, kept calling out “easy now!” like he’d seen way too many tourists get overconfident. The air smelled like wet earth and something sweet I couldn’t place. Maybe mango trees? Anyway, the ATV part was wild — not scary exactly, just enough to make you feel awake.

After that rush, it felt almost strange to slow down for the bamboo rafting. We drove up into Lethe — tiny place, kids waving from porches — and met Mr. Campbell at the riverbank. He showed us how to step onto the raft (I nearly slipped; he grinned but didn’t say anything). The water was greenish and cool against my hand. Floating down the Great River was quiet except for birds and the sound of his pole pushing off rocks. At some point he started telling stories about growing up here; I only caught half of it because I got distracted by sunlight flickering through leaves overhead.

The limestone foot massage was… honestly, I thought it would be gimmicky but it wasn’t. There’s this chalky paste they rub on your feet while you’re still on the raft — it feels cold at first and then kind of tingly. My friend tried to ask what was in it and Mr. Campbell just laughed and said “Jamaican secret.” I still think about that feeling sometimes when my shoes are too tight back home.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Bamboo rafting and ATV adventure

• Travel to Lethe community
• Enjoy guided bamboo river rafting
• Receive limestone foot massage
• Journey to Chukka or Mount Zion
• Experience off-road ATV ride

Top questions

How long does the bamboo rafting tour in Montego Bay last?

The bamboo river rafting tour lasts about 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Is hotel pickup included for this Montego Bay ATV & rafting tour?

Yes, pickup and drop-off from selected hotels or accommodations are included.

Can infants join the tour?

Infants and small children can join; prams or strollers are allowed and specialized infant seats are available.

Where does the bamboo rafting take place?

The bamboo rafting takes place on the Great River near Lethe village outside Montego Bay.

How long is the ATV ride?

The ATV adventure lasts about one hour.

Is lunch included in this tour?

No lunch is specifically mentioned as included in this tour.

Are there options to do only one activity?

Yes, you can choose to do either just bamboo rafting or just the ATV ride if you prefer.

What’s included

Your day includes private air-conditioned transportation with hotel pickup and drop-off, admission for both the ATV adventure and bamboo river rafting with a limestone foot massage, plus your own personal guide who’ll stop for photos or snacks whenever you ask before heading back to Montego Bay.