Lethe River Bamboo Raft Limestone Foot Massage Tour
Drift down Lethe River in style with a private, tailored ride from your resort door
A private bamboo raft tour on the Lethe River near Montego Bay includes hotel pickup, a 30-foot raft for two, a limestone foot massage during the float, and a captain who shapes the route to your pace. The tour runs three to five hours and covers the drive through Hanover's green hills down to the river, the raft float itself, and the massage while you drift. Team Jamaica certified drivers handle the transport in an air-conditioned vehicle.
Step-by-step itinerary
Bamboo raft float and foot massage
- Driver picks you up at resort lobby
- Travel along Alice Eldemire Drive
- Pass Fairview Shopping Centre and Bogue Road
- Drive up Long Hill with bamboo views
- Continue on Wiltshire Road past nursing home
- Arrive at Lethe River for bamboo raft tour
- Enjoy 30ft bamboo raft float down river
- Receive limestone foot massage during tour
- Return to resort in air-conditioned vehicle
What’s included
- Private transportation from your resort or Airbnb in an air-conditioned vehicle.
- the 30-foot bamboo raft for two people.
- limestone foot massage during the raft float.
- all fees and taxes.
- Team Jamaica certified driver and captain speaking English throughout.
Times
- Every day No fixed time
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Float down the Lethe River on a private 30-foot bamboo raft in Montego Bay with a limestone foot massage included.
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The experience
The driver picks you up from your resort or Airbnb lobby and takes the route through Montego Bay's northern reaches: Alice Eldemire Drive, past Fairview Shopping Centre, then up Long Hill where the bamboo groves come into view. The road winds through Wiltshire toward the Lethe River in Hanover, and by the time you reach the raft launch, you've already seen the landscape shift from town to river country. The captain meets you there and boards you onto the 30-foot bamboo raft, which seats two people and floats the gentle current of the Lethe.
Once on the water, the raft moves at the river's pace. The limestone foot massage happens during the float. You stay on the raft while the captain or crew member works on your feet, using the mineral-rich limestone to scrub and massage. The captain customizes how long you stay on the water and where the raft goes, so if you want to drift slowly or stop at a particular bend, that's the arrangement. The whole experience (drive, raft, massage, return) takes between three and five hours depending on how the day unfolds.
All fees, taxes and the raft itself are included in the price. The vehicle is air-conditioned for the drive, and the captain is Team Jamaica certified and speaks English throughout, so there's no guessing about what you're seeing or what comes next. Bring cash if you want to stop for lunch on the way to or from the river. The captain can point you toward options along the route.
Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (under 3): 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 is the Lethe River like for a bamboo raft?
The Lethe River flows gently enough for a raft to drift without paddling, and the limestone foot massage happens while you're on the water. The captain adjusts the pace and route based on what you want from the afternoon.
Does the limestone foot massage happen on the raft or back on shore?
The massage happens during the raft float itself, so you're on the water the whole time. The limestone is applied and worked into your feet while the raft drifts.
How long does the whole tour take from pickup to drop-off?
The tour runs between three and five hours total, which includes the drive from your resort to the Lethe River, the raft float with massage, and the return drive.
Is the drive to Lethe River scenic, or is it mostly just getting there?
The drive passes through Montego Bay's northern hills and up Long Hill, where you'll see the bamboo groves and green landscape of Hanover before reaching the river. It's part of the experience, not just transit.
Can I bring my own food, or do I need to buy lunch along the way?
You can bring your own food or purchase lunch on the drive to or from the tour. The captain can suggest stops if you want to eat during the day.
What if I want to spend more or less time on the raft?
The captain customizes the tour to suit your needs, so you can adjust how long you float and where you go on the river.
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Prices and times updated 7 days ago
Lethe River Bamboo Raft Limestone Foot Massage Tour
3h–5h · EN · at your hotel
from US$ 124 per person
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