River Rafting in Montego Bay: the 6 to Book First

1.River Rapids Waterfalls Tubing and Beach Adventure with Transport

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

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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2.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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3.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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4.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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5.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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6.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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