Private Falls Trip, Bus Transfer

Private Dunn’s River Falls Experience + Blue Hole Secret falls

★ 4.8 52 verified reviews

from $99.49 per person

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Duration: 6 hours
Meeting point: Confirmed after booking
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Run by: Simms Fun Tours Ja

Overview

This private tour from Montego Bay pairs two waterfall attractions in one day: Dunn's River Falls and the Blue Hole, sometimes called Secret Falls. Simms Fun Tours Ja runs it as a private outing, so only your own group travels in the vehicle. The whole thing runs about 6 hours door to door.

The day starts with private transportation from Montego Bay in an air-conditioned vehicle. From there the driver handles the transfers while the group moves between the two waterfall stops. Entry fees to both attractions are covered in the tour price, which removes the usual hassle of paying at each gate. Travellers climb the falls at Dunn's River and spend time in the water at the Blue Hole, where reviewers describe great staff on site.

It suits families and mixed groups who want both spots without organising separate transport or tickets. Lunch, alcoholic drinks and gratuities are not included, so budget for those separately. Bring water shoes and cash for tips, as one reviewer warns there is a lot of tipping through the day.

What's Included

Included

Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entry fees

Not Included

Lunch
Alcoholic beverages
Gratuities

Itinerary

Pickup in Montego BayPrivate transportation collects the group in Montego Bay. The vehicle is air-conditioned and reserved for the booking party only.
Drive to the falls areaThe driver transfers the group to the two waterfall stops. One reviewer notes the drive to Blue Hole alone takes about 2 hours, so most of the 6 hours is split between travel and time at the sites.
Blue Hole and Dunn's River FallsEntry fees are included. The listing does not specify which site is visited first.
Return transferThe driver returns the group to the pickup point in Montego Bay to close out the roughly 6 hour day.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points come up again and again in the reviews and in the listing details.

Bring water shoes. One reviewer says it plainly: bring water shoes.
Private vehicle. This is a private tour, so only your group rides along. One traveller described the feel as more like a day out with a local friend than a bus excursion.
Drivers matter. Reviewers often mention the drivers by name for punctuality and local knowledge.
Tipping adds up. One traveller warns to be prepared for lots of tipping. Budget cash accordingly, since gratuities are not in the tour price.
Food not included. Lunch and alcoholic drinks are excluded. Plan and budget accordingly for the day.
Kids and infants. The listing notes infant seats are available and that most travellers can participate. One reviewer did the day with a young daughter and found the driver accommodating.

Common issues. The tour is not wheelchair accessible, per the listing. One reviewer, a cruise passenger, felt the double itinerary was too tight from Montego Bay, noting the drive to Blue Hole alone takes 2 hours, and advised against it unless the ship allows at least 10 hours in port; that traveller also reported feeling rushed on the return. The same reviewer found no direction or help at Dunn's River itself. Gratuities and lunch are extra, and one reviewer reports repeated tipping expectations through the day.

Common Questions

Is Pickup Included?

Yes. Private transportation from Montego Bay is included, along with an air-conditioned vehicle reserved for your group. One reviewer confirmed punctual collection.

Are Entry Fees Included?

Yes, entry fees are listed as included. Lunch, alcoholic beverages and gratuities are not, so bring money for those.

How Long Is The Tour?

The experience runs about 6 hours. Note that one reviewer measured the drive to Blue Hole alone at 2 hours, so a good part of the day is spent on the road between Montego Bay and the falls.

Is It Suitable For Kids?

Infant seats are available and the listing says most travellers can participate. One reviewer travelled with a young daughter and had a positive experience.

What Should I Bring?

Water shoes and cash for tips. Reviewers specifically call out water shoes and the amount of tipping expected through the day.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that 24 hour window no refund is given and changes are not accepted. Cut-off times follow local time in Jamaica.