Ocho Rios, a small town in Jamaica, is a port call for many cruise lines and is home to some of the most luxurious spas and resorts in the Caribbean. Step in to enjoy the natural attractions such as river tubing, rollercoaster ride in the rain forest, zip-lining. Carving for rain forest adventures, white sandy beaches, waterfalls. We have prepared a list of the 5 best things to do in Ocho Rios, Jamaica.
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Rainforest Adventures, Mystic Mountain
Are you looking for a tropical adventure? Rainforest Adventures, Mystic Mountain gives an adrenaline rush, and it should be on every backpacker’s bucket list. This amazing tourist spot boasts a plethora of adventures. To begin with, start climbing the mountain on the Sky Explorer, a thrilling chairlift perched high over the rain forest. The top of the mountain gives you breathtaking vistas of the cruise ship port and coastline below. At the top, you can fly through the mountain on the ziplines or descend the rainforest on the Bobsled, a single-person roller coaster ride. It also features a climbing wall, a rope course, an infinity pool with a waterslide, guided rain forest walks, and much more!
The Blue Hole
Usually less crowded than Green Grotto Caves, the lovely Blue is a series of gorgeous jungle lagoons with waterfalls in the lush mountains. Located about a 25-minutes drive from the Ocho Rios, also known as Secret Falls or Island Gully Falls. In recent years, it has become a popular site, and tourists flock in masses. To enjoy in seclusion or with fewer people, try to climb the several levels above, and the higher you climb, the fewer people you’ll probably encounter. The most popular thing to do in The Blue Hole as a climber is to climb over the slick rocks above the pool, where you can jump off the crystal-clear water or play the Tarzan on the rope swings. With the help of the guide, you can spot the best places to swim and cross the rivers. However, you can go alone if you’re not interested in taking a dip in the pools.
Ocho Rios Bay Beach
Want to feel soft sand under your feet? Once you’re in Ocho Rios, you can feel you’re in paradise! Filled with amenities and watersport activities, the vibrant coastline of Ocho Rios Bay Beach is the picture-perfect beach of your dreams. While the Bay might not be calm and peaceful, it’s a great spot to kick back on a sun lounger or to sign up for some water sports action. The Ocho Rios Bay Beach is a great place for people-watching. Most tourists head to this beach as it’s only a two-minute walk away, and even you can spot cruise ships looming offshore.
Green Grotto Caves
The Green Grotto Caves are the Jamaican’s well-reputed limestone caves, located about 30 minutes drive from Ocho Rios in Runaway Bay. Arawak Indians have stayed in these caves and treated them as their home, as well as Spanish slaves have made caves their favorite hideaway in attempts to flee from the British. Surprisingly, many James bond movies have depicted caves as a backdrop in their movies. However, nowadays, several snakes and bats have resided in caves. Visit the caves, know about the history of the caves, and explore the gorgeous stalagmites, stalactites, an underground lake, too.
Dunn’s River Falls
Dunn’s River Falls is one of the most well-known tourist attractions in Jamaica, which offers 180 meters of terraced cascades. Visit the Dunn’s River Falls, get a chance to slide down the sleek section of rocks, swim in the unruffled ponds, and climb the limestone ties to the top of the falls. It gets crowded when Cruise ship crowds flock when they get a chance, so it would be the best time to plan your visit. I recommend you bring a camera along and put on comfortable water shoes and appropriate clothes.