Private Blue Hole and River Tubing from Ocho Rios

Rope swings, cliff jumps and a river float in one afternoon

A private Blue Hole and river tubing adventure from Ocho Rios combines two water activities in a single outing: start at the Blue Hole with a rope swing, cliff diving and waterfall exploration, then float the White River on a guided tube run with a stop for another rope swing. Your guide and driver handle transport and safety throughout.

Step-by-step itinerary

Blue Hole and River Tubing Adventure

• Pickup from port at 9am
• Drive 20 minutes to Blue Hole
• Explore Blue Hole with guides
• Enjoy rope swing and cliff diving
• Hike along the river
• Drive 15 minutes to White River
• River tubing on White River
• Stop midway for rope swing and photos
• Return to cruise ship or optional shopping and lunch

The experience

You're picked up from your cruise ship or hotel and driven 20 minutes inland to the Blue Hole, where the real work starts. This is a deep river pool ringed by jungle, and the setup here is built for people who want to move: you swing on a rope and drop into the water, climb behind a waterfall, explore small caves carved into the rock, and jump off a cliff into the river below. A guide and trained lifeguard stay with you the whole time, and the pace is yours: swimmers and divers of all ages work through the property at their own speed. Count on roughly an hour and a half here before your driver collects you.

The second half is the White River tube run, a 15-minute drive toward the coast. You float downstream on a tube for about 45 minutes, and the river does most of the work: the first stretch has small rapids that keep things moving, then the current slows and the jungle closes in on both sides. Midway down, there's a stop where you can swing on another rope and jump back into the water while a guide photographs you. When you reach the takeout, your driver is waiting to bring you back to the ship, though you can also ask to stop for lunch or souvenirs on the way.

What’s included

• Private transportation from your hotel or cruise ship.
• entrance fee for the Blue Hole.
• entrance fee for the White River tubing.
• air-conditioned vehicle.
• guide and lifeguard assistance throughout.

Options for this experience

2 options

Travelers in a group of 4-15Up to 30 per booking · Guide in English · 11 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 14:00Includes pickup

Blue Hole and River Tubing Tour, PrivateUp to 3 per booking · Guide in English · 11 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 14:00Includes pickup

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery day11 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 14:00

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AgesAdult (4 and older) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Quest Transfers and Tours

Is this one for you?Choose the private tour if your group wants to control the pace at each stop. The shared tour runs on a fixed schedule.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (under 4): free.

What's the Blue Hole like when you arrive?

The Blue Hole is a deep river pool surrounded by jungle, with a rope swing, cliff, waterfall and small caves built into the rock face. You move through the site with a guide and lifeguard, choosing which features to tackle: the rope swing and cliff jump are the main draws, but you can also climb behind the waterfall or explore the caves.

How does the White River tubing work?

You float downstream on a tube for about 45 minutes, starting with small rapids and then settling into a slower, more relaxing drift through tropical scenery. A guide leads the run, and there's a midway stop where you can swing on a rope and jump into the water again.

What happens if I'm not a strong swimmer?

A trained lifeguard is present at the Blue Hole the entire time, and the guide on the river tubing is experienced with mixed ability groups. The river float itself is guided and does not require swimming skill. The Blue Hole activities are optional, so you can skip the cliff jump or cave exploration if you prefer.

How much time do I spend in the water versus traveling?

You spend roughly an hour and a half at the Blue Hole doing the water activities, then 15 minutes driving to the river, then 45 minutes on the tube float. Total time from pickup to return is around two to three hours, depending on how long you linger at each stop.