Pair a family-run tropical farm tasting with the rush of Island Gully Falls on a private 4-hour tour from Ocho Rios. Expect river swims, cliff jumps, and hands-on fruit sampling with local hosts.
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The river finds you first — cool, quick, insistent — as the guide leads a narrow track into a gorge where sunlight slices through broadleaf canopy and the water waits in a series of jade pools.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness — you should be comfortable walking on uneven ground, climbing short rock steps and swimming briefly.
Wildlife
History
St. Mary and St. Ann parishes have long agricultural roots; small family farms supply local markets and preserve heirloom fruit varieties alongside newer tourist services.
Conservation
Stick to marked paths, avoid soaps in river pools, and use biodegradable products; supporting the family farm helps sustain local stewardship of land.
Reserve your spot on the Ocho Rios/Private Tour to famous Blue Hole and local farm in the countryside today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Wear closed-toe water shoes
Stony riverbeds and slippery rocks make sturdy water shoes a must for scrambling and jumping at Blue Hole.
Bring a dry bag
Keep phones, cameras and a change of clothes protected — the falls and river crossings are wet and playful.
Ask for a life jacket
Life jackets are provided free at the falls; use one if you’re not a confident swimmer or when jumping from heights.
Carry Jamaican cash for tips
Small vendors and the farm operators prefer local currency for purchases and gratuities; ATMs are limited outside town.
Closed-toe water shoes
Protects feet on wet, rocky trails and in the river.
summer
Dry bag (small)
Keeps electronics and spare clothes dry during swims and sudden splashes.
Quick-dry swimwear and towel
Dries fast between activities and is comfortable for both farm and falls stops.
summer
Biodegradable sunscreen & insect repellent
Protects skin while minimizing impact on freshwater and local ecosystems.