The 10 Best Montego Bay River Cruises

1.Blue Hole, Secret Falls, and Dunn’s River Falls Combo Day-Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 973 reviews · from $125Our pick

Spend about eight hours traveling from Montego Bay to Ocho Rios for cliff jumps, rope swings, Secret Falls, and a guided climb up Dunn’s River Falls. Drivers such as Copely, Marlon, and Danisha add Jamaican history and humor. Lunch costs extra, and water shoes are essential.

“This excursion was definitely worth the money. The experience was everything. From jumping to climbing. Be prepared to walk.”

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2.Blue Hole and Dunn’s River Falls Private Tour from Montego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 420 reviews · from $115Top rated

Travel privately from Montego Bay to Blue Hole and Dunn’s River Falls in an air-conditioned vehicle. Spend about three hours at each site, with time for swimming, cliff jumps, hiking, and climbing. Drivers such as Darien, Jermaine, and Nikoy can also suggest food stops and help adjust the day.

“Driver was very kind and courteous, showed up at resort early for pickup and gave lots of insights and facts about jamaica for us and even tipped us off on a merchant scam at dunns river falls. Blue hole had a great tour guide that took lots of photos for us and helped us navigate up the falls. Dunns River Falls was great little hike up the falls, we did it without a guide but a guide will definitely help you get around and take photos for you. Our driver afterwards took us to an authentic spot for jamaican cuisine and it definitely did not disappoint! Overall this was the…”

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3.River Rapids Waterfalls Tubing and Beach Adventure with Transport

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 339 reviews · from $89

You’ll float the Rio Bueno with a guide such as Andre, Travis, or Pelican, stopping for a rope swing and possible waterfall swim before paddling to Bengal Beach. Life jackets, helmets, tubes, transport, and beach time are included, though river conditions can change the route.

“Do it! Fun! Relaxing! Beautiful countryside. Iatolla, our guide, was entertaining and funny! Rafting was a great surprise!”

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4.Margaritaville Hip-Strip and Great River Rafting Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 245 reviews · from $30

Start with hotel pickup, then cruise the Great River on a two-person bamboo raft with a local captain such as Toto, Pompeii, or Big Chain. Add the limestone foot massage, then visit Montego Bay’s Hip Strip and Margaritaville area for food, shopping, and sea views. Guides such as Kemar and Ramon are often praised for safe, friendly service.

“If you go to Montego Bay and don't go down to the Hip Strip you are truly missing out. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and exceptionally nice. If we return, I will definitely ask for him again.”

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5.Montego Bay River Tubing & Bamboo Beach Club + Lunch & Cocktails

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 161 reviews · from $99

Float gentle Rio Bueno rapids with guides such as Dwayne, Davian, or Otis, then relax at Bamboo Beach Club with rum punch, cocktail demonstrations, and a four-course Jamaican tapas lunch. Expect a scenic drive, mild water, and some walking, with water shoes and sunscreen strongly advised.

“Our tour guide Peta-Gaye and driver Dell were amazing. Peta gave us great facts about Jamaica and even taught us a few Jamaican sayings. Xavier was our guide on the river tubing. He was very friendly and kind. Be sure to pack bug repellent for the mosquitoes. While at the Bamboo beach lounge we were served a delicious lunch and cocktails while relaxing in the beautiful water. I'm happy we booked this excursion.”

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6.Great River bamboo Rafting and Margaritaville from Montego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 130 reviews · from $25Best value

Ride from Montego Bay in a private air-conditioned vehicle, stop at Margaritaville if selected, then float Hanover’s Great River on a handmade 30-foot bamboo raft. Guides such as Oshane, Jamauri, Toto, and Smiley add local stories, music, fruit stops, and a limestone foot massage.

“The best part of this trip is the driver from Thriller transport who was so accommodating and helpful. The guys who rafted us was ok .. they stopped along the way. Had coconut and sugar cane . The ride was nice . Would definitely recommend”

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7.Bamboo Rafting and Limestone Foot Massage on Lethe River Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 114 reviews · from $155

Your private driver takes you from Montego Bay to Lethe Estate, where a local captain such as Peter, Marlon, or Terrick guides your 30-foot bamboo raft. Expect reggae, river stories, a limestone foot massage, optional food and drinks, and time for photos.

“FANTASTIC! From pickup to drop off & everything in between! Our driver Richie was EARLY & the car was super clean! . We learned all about the cities history & the Lethe community on the way up to the “country” as they call it! SouljaBoy our Raft Guide was super cool & entertaining! The river gives everything you need for a epic vacation day! And the foot massage…, where fo i begin! The whole day was an experience i will never forget! Thank you and thank you for remembering it was my husband birthday!!! NICE TOUCH!”

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8.Jamaica Martha Brae River Rafting/Dunn’s River Falls Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 90 reviews · from $301

You’ll raft the Martha Brae River, climb or view Dunn’s River Falls, and ride between Montego Bay and Ocho Rios in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Guides such as Leon, Ryan, and Omar can shape the day around lunch, shopping, photos, and your pace.

“Leon the driver/ tour guide was the best. He was very patient and knowledgeable about the guide. Leon provided is with history about and behind the scene of Jamaica. Leon will make your trip memorable and fun. Get Leon as your driver/ tour guide.”

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9.Private Transfer to Dunns River Blue Hole Tubing from Montego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $110

Ride from Montego Bay with Scott Jamaica Tours for a private day at River Rapids Jamaica, Blue Hole, and Dunn’s River Falls. Your driver shares local stories, points out Rose Hall and William Knibb Memorial, and returns you to the Hip Strip. Admission fees are extra.

“Scott was awesome! He is weath of information. Having his private service allowed our day to go our way! Thank you!”

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10.River Rapids Tubing and Beach Visit with Private Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 21 reviews · from $80

You’ll ride air-conditioned private transport from Montego Bay to Jamaica’s Rio Bueno, tube gentle rapids with river guides such as Damian or Xavier, then kayak toward a nearby beach. Guide Green or Cheap Charlie may add island stories along the drive. Bring water shoes, a towel, and a waterproof phone case.

“Had a great time. Wasn’t too crowded on the shuttle and the tour guide “Cheap Charlie” was fantastic. Made sure to remind us we had everyone and everything before we left the rapids. The drive was a little far but we didn’t mind because we learned plenty about Jamaica because of him, which is always appreciated.”

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