Reggae Hill, Lunch And Cocktails

Blue Hole and Dunn’s River Falls Tour with Lunch and Cocktails at Reggae Hill

★ 4.9 317 verified reviews

from $159 per person

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Duration: 7 to 9 hours
Meeting point: Confirmed after booking
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Meal: Meal included
Run by: Bamboo Beach Club

Overview

This full-day excursion from Ocho Rios stacks the Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls into one trip, then adds a long lunch stop at Reggae Hill. It runs 7 to 9 hours and starts with round-trip transportation plus a certified guide who stays with the group from pickup to drop-off. First stop is the Blue Hole, where entrance includes a guide. Next comes Reggae Hill, a riverside spot with beach chairs, light entertainment from the hostess and guide team, a four course tapas lunch, and three alcoholic plus three non-alcoholic house beverages. The final stop is Dunn's River Falls, where a climbing guide takes the group up the waterfall itself.

Almost everything is bundled: transport, both attraction entries, the climbing guides, lunch, drinks, a beach chair at Reggae Hill, and a lifeguard on duty. Water shoes are the main on-the-spot expense, since they are required for climbing the falls and can be bought from the tour guide if you do not bring your own. Reviewers again and again single out the guides, at the wheel, on the bus, and in the water, as the strongest part of the day.

It suits travellers with moderate fitness who are happy to be wet for much of the day and want the logistics handled. The listing caps groups at 150 travellers, so it is a big-bus operation rather than a small-group one. Families do it, though the listing warns children under 6 may struggle with the falls climb.

What's Included

Included

Round-trip transportation
Certified tour guide accompanying you from pick-up until final drop-off
Entrance to Blue Hole & guide
Entrance to Dunn's River Falls & climbing guide
Entrance to Reggae Hill
Beach chair
4 course tapas lunch and 3 alcoholic & 3 non-alcoholic house beverages
Light entertainment performed by the beach hostesses and tour guide team
Experienced and certified life guard for your safety

Itinerary

Hotel pickupRound-trip transportation is included, with a certified guide riding along from pickup until the final drop-off. The order of the stops can change.
Blue HoleAbout 1 hour at the Blue Hole, with a guide included with the entrance.
Reggae HillAround 2 hours for a four course tapas lunch, three alcoholic and three non-alcoholic house beverages, beach chairs, and light entertainment from the beach hostesses and guide team.
Dunn's River FallsAbout 2 hours in the park, with an included climbing guide who leads the group up the falls. Water shoes are required and can be purchased from the tour guide.
Return transferDrive back to your pickup point. The order of the day's stops is subject to change.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points from the listing and from repeated reviewer comments will make the day go more smoothly.

Bring cash. Water shoes are mandatory for the falls and are sold by the tour guide, and one reviewer found that card payment was not practical on the day. Multiple travellers also recommend cash for tipping the guides, who rotate but are consistently praised.
You will get wet. Both main stops are in-water activities, so wear a swimsuit and bring a change of clothes and a towel. One reviewer's blunt advice was simply to prepare to get soaked.
Moderate fitness needed. The listing asks for a moderate physical fitness level for this active excursion. Several reviewers noted older travellers in their groups were helped through by accommodating guides.
Leave valuables behind. The listing advises against carrying or wearing valuables and says cash and valuables should not be left on the bus. One reviewer reported having to carry valuables on the hike because there was nowhere secure, so travel light.
Tell them dietary needs early. At Reggae Hill the food is ready around the time you arrive, so one reviewer advises flagging dietary restrictions in advance rather than on the spot.
The day runs long. The listed duration is 7 to 9 hours, and one reviewer found traffic pushed the total close to 12 hours. Plan for a full day and do not schedule anything tight for the evening.

Common issues. Honest downsides exist. The tour can be cancelled for weather or if a minimum number of travellers is not met, with a different date or a full refund offered in those cases. One reviewer reported being unprepared for needing cash on the day. Groups can be large, up to 150 travellers, and the listing excludes wheelchair users, recommends against it for pregnant travellers and those with back problems, and warns children under 6 may find the falls climb difficult.

Common Questions

Is Transportation Included?

Yes, round-trip transportation is included, with a certified guide who accompanies you from pickup until the final drop-off. Confirmation is received at the time of booking.

What Does The Price Cover?

Transport, a certified guide, entry to the Blue Hole with a guide, entry to Dunn's River Falls with a climbing guide, entry to Reggae Hill, a beach chair, a four course tapas lunch, three alcoholic and three non-alcoholic house beverages, entertainment, and a lifeguard. You must be 18 to drink alcohol.

Are There Extra Costs On The Day?

Water shoes are required for climbing the falls and can be purchased from your tour guide if you do not bring your own. Several reviewers recommend carrying cash for shoes, incidentals, and tips.

How Long Is The Tour?

The listing gives 7 to 9 hours. One reviewer reported traffic stretched their day close to 12 hours, so treat it as a full-day commitment.

Is It Suitable For Kids Or People With Limited Mobility?

The listing says children under 6 may find the falls climb difficult and infants must sit on laps during transport. The tour is not wheelchair accessible and is not recommended for pregnant travellers or those with back problems; a moderate fitness level is expected.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside 24 hours there is no refund and changes are not accepted. The tour needs good weather and a minimum number of travellers; if it is cancelled for either reason you are offered a different date or a full refund.