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Jump into bright limestone pools and climb mini-cascades at Ocho Rios' Blue Hole. This half-day excursion from Montego Bay or Falmouth mixes geology, local guides, and clear Caribbean water for an accessible adventure.
Jump into bright limestone pools and climb mini-cascades at Ocho Rios' Blue Hole. This half-day excursion from Montego Bay or Falmouth mixes geology, local guides, and clear Caribbean water for an accessible adventure.
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Operated by Mark's Tours · Ocho Rios, St. Ann
A warm Caribbean breeze lifts the scent of wet limestone and tropical leaves as you step off an air-conditioned shuttle into the narrow valley that leads to Ocho Rios' Blue Hole—also called Island Gully or Secret Falls. Water threads through a green gorge, pooling in bright aquamarine basins that dare you to jump, swim, and climb higher.
moderate.
4 hours.
Good general fitness and comfort with short, wet climbs and scrambling on uneven rock
Shared transfers typically run 3.5–4 hours round-trip including about 1.5–2 hours at the Blue Hole, depending on traffic and pickup location.
Children can participate but must be supervised; operators may provide infant seats for transfers but the site has slippery sections—expect hands-on guidance from local guides.
Yes—many shallow pools are accessible, but some sections require basic swimming and comfort in deeper pools; request gentler routes from your guide.
Not always; some tours include transfers only and the Blue Hole admission or local guide fee may be paid on arrival—confirm when booking.
The river runs through land historically used by Taíno people and later by colonial plantations; modern tourism now supports local families and guide traditions.
Visitors should avoid single-use plastics, use reef-safe sunscreen, and follow guides' rules to reduce erosion and protect freshwater and downstream marine life.
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