Float downstream on a traditional bamboo raft, then saddle up for a seaside horseback ride that ends with your mount wading into the Caribbean. This combined excursion near Dunn's River in Ocho Rios pairs gentle water travel and easy riding with local history and limestone landscapes.
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You step off an air-conditioned shuttle and the river greets you with the warm, musky scent of wet limestone and green growth. Local rafters push a narrow bamboo raft into a slow-moving channel; the current nudges you past mangled roots and dangling vines while your guide points out medicinal plants and the occasional heron. Later, saddles creak under you as horses pick easy tracks toward a surf-sprayed shoreline where guides lead mounts knee-deep into the Caribbean for a cool, salty swim.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
6 hours
Fitness Level
Light: suitable for people who can mount a horse, walk short uneven sections and swim briefly in calm water.
Wildlife
History
Dunn's River and nearby coastal lanes sit on land long inhabited by the Taíno; colonial-era plantations and later tourism shaped local trails and river use.
Conservation
Respect riverbanks and reef areas—avoid standing on corals, use reef-safe sunscreen, and follow guides to minimize erosion and habitat disturbance.
Reserve your spot on the Bamboo Rafting & Horseback -dunns river Transportation Included today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
The Caribbean sun is strong; use reef-safe sunscreen to protect skin and marine life.
Wear water-friendly footwear
Water shoes or sturdy sandals protect feet on the bamboo raft and rocky riverbanks.
Secure valuables
Use a small dry bag or leave items on the shuttle—phones and wallets can fall into the water during the horse swim.
Mind health restrictions
This tour isn’t recommended for pregnant guests or people with spinal issues; disclose medical concerns when booking.
Water shoes
Protects feet on raft landings and rocky riverbeds.
summer
Quick-dry clothing
Dries fast after the river and keeps you comfortable for the horse portion.
Small dry bag
Keeps phone, wallet and sunscreen dry during rafting and the horse swim.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Prevents sunburn and protects nearby marine ecosystems.