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Float the Great River on a hand-crafted bamboo raft, guided by a local captain, then unwind with a traditional limestone exfoliation—an authentic two-hour combo of gentle river travel and island wellness. Practical, private, and easy for most travelers.
Float the Great River on a hand-crafted bamboo raft, guided by a local captain, then unwind with a traditional limestone exfoliation—an authentic two-hour combo of gentle river travel and island wellness. Practical, private, and easy for most travelers.
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Operated by Expressive Tours Jamaica Limited · Montego Bay, St. James
The raft slips off the muddy bank and the Great River takes the lead, guiding you through green walls of cane and fig. The bamboo platform rocks with a slow, deliberate confidence while the raft captain—quiet, skilled—casts a steady pole that reads the river like a page. Water threads under you, cool and insistent, inviting a slower pace and a clearer breath.
easy.
2 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires basic mobility to step on/off the raft and sit for the massage.
The tour runs roughly 2 hours from pickup to drop-off, with about 45–60 minutes on the raft and a guided limestone massage.
The limestone treatment is exfoliating; mention any skin sensitivities when booking so guides can adjust pressure or skip particular products.
Most bookings include round-trip transport from Montego Bay pickup points—confirm your pickup time when you book.
Yes—this activity is described as suitable for all fitness levels, but children and anyone with mobility concerns should have assistance boarding and disembarking the raft.
Rivers in St. James historically served plantation and transport needs; today they’re recreational corridors where traditional raft skills and local remedies persist.
Keep to guided areas, avoid introducing soaps or lotions into the water, and dispose of trash properly—small rivers are sensitive to runoff and human disturbance.
Expressive Tours Jamaica Limited operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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