Snorkeling in Montego Bay: Catamaran & Bamboo Rafting

Snorkel the reefs, then party on the water

A full-day activity in Montego Bay combining bamboo rafting through the Jamaican rainforest, a catamaran cruise along the coastline with an open bar, and snorkeling the healthy reefs in front of the bay. Certified lifeguards guide the snorkeling portion, and hotel pickup is included. The experience runs 5 to 6 hours and is restricted to ages 18 and up.

Step-by-step itinerary

Bamboo rafting and catamaran party

• Bamboo rafting through Jamaican rainforest
• Lunch and shopping at Hip Strip
• Set sail on Dreamer Catamaran
• Enjoy reggae, soca, and afrobeat music
• Relax on front nets and enjoy scenery
• Snorkel in Montego Bay reefs
• Waterslide at Jimmy Buffet’s Margaritaville
• Final party leg on catamaran

The experience

The day starts with a bamboo raft ride down the river through lush green rainforest, where your captain guides the raft at a gentle pace so you can listen to the birds and take in the landscape. After rafting, you're driven to the Hip Strip in Montego Bay for lunch, shopping and time on your own before heading to the water.

The Dreamer Catamaran takes you along Montego Bay's turquoise coastline for three hours of music, movement and swimming. The boat has an open Jamaican bar with light snacks, and you can either dance with the crew to reggae, soca and Afro beat, or relax on the front nets and watch the Caribbean breeze move across the water. When it's time to snorkel, a forward staircase lowers into the water so entry is easy. Certified lifeguards are in the water to point out the marine life and the healthy reefs. After snorkeling, the catamaran heads to Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville for a waterslide, then returns to the boat for the final party leg back to the boarding point.

Private air-conditioned transportation picks you up from your hotel and handles all the logistics, so you don't need a rental car or arrange separate rides between stops. Bottled water and WiFi are on board the catamaran, and snorkeling equipment is provided.

What’s included

• Private transportation from your hotel.
• bamboo rafting through the rainforest.
• lunch time at the Hip Strip.
• three hours on the Dreamer Catamaran with reggae, soca and Afro beat music.
• an open Jamaican bar with light snacks.
• snorkeling equipment and certified lifeguards in the water.
• a waterslide at Margaritaville.
• bottled water and WiFi on board.
• a limestone foot massage.
• all fees and taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to SaturdayDepartures at 09:00, 09:30, 10:00 and 10:30

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (18 to 64 years) · Senior (65 and older) · Under 18: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

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Is this one for you?Hotel pickup means you don't need a rental car or arrange separate transport between the rainforest, the Hip Strip and the catamaran dock, so the whole day flows without logistics getting in the way. The 18+ age requirement keeps the party atmosphere consistent across the boat.

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Top questions

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 the snorkeling like in Montego Bay?

The reefs in front of Montego Bay are healthy and home to different marine life that certified lifeguards will help you spot. Entry to the water is from a forward staircase that lowers into the sea, making it accessible for all swimmers.

Do I need snorkeling experience to join?

Both first-time and experienced snorkelers can participate. Certified lifeguards are in the water with you during the snorkeling portion to assist and point out the marine life.

What happens during the catamaran part of the day?

You'll spend three hours aboard the Dreamer Catamaran cruising the coastline with reggae, soca and Afro beat music, an open Jamaican bar with light snacks, and the option to dance with the crew or relax on the front nets. Snorkeling and a waterslide at Margaritaville are included before the final party cruise back to the boarding point.

Is transportation from my hotel included?

Yes, private air-conditioned transportation picks you up from your hotel and takes you to each stop, including the bamboo raft location, the Hip Strip, and the catamaran boarding point.

What should I bring?

Bring a towel, as one is not provided. Snorkeling equipment, bottled water and WiFi on the catamaran are all included. The experience is strictly for ages 18 and up.