Private Blue Hole And Falls Combo

Private Ocho Rios: Dunn's River Falls and Blue Hole Combo

from $85.50 per person

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Duration: 4.5 hours
Meeting point: Confirmed after booking
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Run by: Exclusive Island Tours Ja

Overview

This tour from Exclusive Island Tours Ja packs Dunn's River Falls and the Blue Hole into roughly 4.5 hours. A driver collects you from your hotel, Airbnb, or cruise port in Ocho Rios or Runaway Bay, and you ride in an air-conditioned vehicle with rum punch, water, and light snacks on board. There is also a free rum tasting along the way.

The first main stop is Dunn's River Falls and Park, where you get about 2 hours to climb the famous falls with a guide. After that comes the Blue Hole, also listed as Island Gully Falls, a natural swimming hole where you can jump in from various heights or simply relax in the clear water for about 1.5 hours. On the way back the vehicle stops in Ocho Rios, where lunch and souvenirs are available at your own cost, and then you are dropped off at one of the listed drop-off locations.

It suits travellers who want both water sights in a single outing without arranging their own transport, and one reviewer reported that a 12 year old in their party had a great time. Admission and roundtrip transportation are included; food and gratuities are not.

What's Included

Included

Admission fee
Roundtrip transportation
Guided tour
Complimentary rum punch
Water
Light snacks
Free rum tasting

Not Included

Cost for food
Gratuity

Itinerary

PickupChoose from 11 pickup options at booking, covering hotels, Airbnbs, and the cruise port in Ocho Rios or Runaway Bay. The vehicle is air-conditioned and carries rum punch, water, and light snacks.
Dunn's River FallsSpend approximately 2 hours climbing the falls with a guide, surrounded by lush greenery.
Island Gully FallsVisit the Blue Hole for about 1.5 hours of swimming and jumping into the clear water from various heights, or simply relaxing.
Ocho Rios stopTwo stops in Ocho Rios, where lunch and souvenir shopping are available at your own expense.
Drop-offReturn to one of 11 drop-off locations.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will make the day easier, from footwear to how the stops run.

Footwear matters. The listing asks you to bring water shoes, and one reviewer warned about slippery rocks and rushing water on the climb. The rocks at both spots are wet underfoot, so proper shoes beat bare feet or flip-flops.
What to pack. Swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, and water shoes are the listed essentials. You will be in and out of water twice during the day.
Pace and effort. Climbing Dunn's River Falls means moving against flowing water for a sustained stretch, which reviewers describe as a lot of fun. The Blue Hole portion is the calmer half, where you can swim or just relax if you want a break.
Food and drink. Rum punch, water, light snacks, and a free rum tasting come with the tour. Lunch is not included, and there is a stop in Ocho Rios where you can buy a meal.
Guides and drivers. Reviewers praised their guides as knowledgeable about the area, and several singled out their drivers by name as good company on the ride to and from the falls. The consistent picture is of friendly, capable staff.
Kids and families. One reviewer reported that a 12 year old in their party had a great time. The jumping and swimming at the Blue Hole are optional, so you can simply relax in the surroundings instead.

Common issues. The tour needs a minimum of 2 participants to run; if the supplier cancels for low numbers, guests receive a full refund. Lunch and gratuities are not in the price, so budget for those separately. One reviewer flagged slippery rocks and rushing water at the falls, which is worth knowing if someone in your party has balance or mobility concerns. The same reviewer noted an extra stop was made so their group could buy water shoes.

Common Questions

Is Transportation Included?

Yes. Roundtrip transportation is included, and you choose a pickup point at booking from 11 options. Pickup covers hotels, Airbnbs, and the cruise port in Ocho Rios or Runaway Bay.

Are Entry Fees Included?

Yes, the admission fee is included, along with the guided tour, rum punch, water, light snacks, and a free rum tasting. Food and gratuities are not included.

How Long Is The Tour?

The total duration is approximately 4.5 hours. You get about 2 hours at Dunn's River Falls and about 1.5 hours at the Blue Hole, plus transfers and the Ocho Rios stops.

Is Lunch Provided?

No. The cost of food is not included, but the itinerary includes a stop where you can purchase lunch and shop for souvenirs before heading back.

Can I Cancel If My Plans Change?

Yes, you can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. If the supplier cancels because the minimum of 2 participants is not reached, guests also receive a full refund.

What Should I Bring?

Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, and water shoes. The water shoes matter most at the falls, where reviewers mention slippery rocks and rushing water.