Montego Bay: ATV Adventure with Private Pickup & Guide

Summary

Ride through Jamaica’s rugged trails with a local guide and private pickup

You’ll ride an ATV through Jamaica’s rugged countryside with a local guide, starting right from your hotel in Montego Bay. Expect muddy trails, rocky climbs, laughter over safety goggles, and moments where the island feels wide open just for you. Includes private transport, all fees, and your own ATV.

What’s the experience like?

We bumped along the red dirt outside Montego Bay, helmets a little too big, goggles already fogging up. Our guide, Andre, grinned as he handed me the keys to my ATV — “Just follow my tracks,” he said, but I was already eyeing the muddy stretch ahead. The engine rumbled under me; it smelled like hot metal and wet earth. I didn’t expect to feel nervous, but there’s something about that first twist of the throttle that gets your heart going.

The trail cut through patches of bush and rocky bits where you had to stand up a little — Andre kept glancing back to check if we were still upright. At one point we stopped by a cluster of wildflowers (I think they were hibiscus?) and he pointed out some goats wandering nearby. The sun was heavy but not unbearable; sweat mixed with dust on my arms. I tried to say “thank you” in patois — Andre just laughed and shook his head.

I lost track of time somewhere between dodging puddles and trying not to spray mud on the person behind me (sorry again, Lisa). There was this moment when we crested a small hill and everything went quiet except for the cicadas — just green hills rolling out ahead. It wasn’t what I pictured when I thought “Jamaica ATV adventure,” honestly. Way more real than any brochure.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — ATV Adventure and Safety Briefing

• Attend safety briefing and orientation
• Receive helmets and goggles
• Learn ATV operation instructions
• Follow guides on ATV ride
• Navigate rocky, muddy, and forest trails

Top questions

Is hotel pickup included for this Jamaica ATV adventure?

Yes, private transportation is included from your accommodation.

Do I need prior experience to join the Montego Bay ATV tour?

No experience needed; guides provide full instructions before you start.

What should I wear for the ATV ride in Jamaica?

Wear comfortable outdoor clothes and closed-toe shoes with good grip.

Are safety gear and helmets provided on the tour?

Yes, helmets and goggles are provided for all participants.

Is this tour suitable for people with health concerns?

It’s not recommended for those with spinal injuries or heart conditions.

Can pregnant travelers join this Jamaica ATV adventure?

No, it’s not recommended for pregnant travelers.

How long does the ATV ride last near Montego Bay?

The exact duration varies; check with your guide for details on the day.

What’s included

Your day includes private hotel pickup in an air-conditioned vehicle, all entry fees and taxes covered up front, plus your own ATV along with helmet and goggles before heading out onto those muddy Jamaican trails together with your local guide.