Float down the lazy Martha Brae on a bamboo raft, then trade calm river travel for the electric pools and falls at Jamaica’s Blue Hole and Secret Falls. This private day tour pairs gentle guided rafting with active swimming and short hikes—ideal for travelers who want both relaxation and a dose of adventure.
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You push off from a narrow riverbank as palms lean in, the raft’s bamboo logs whispering beneath your feet while the Martha Brae river guides you downstream. The current is polite but insistent, and the raftman’s pole reads the bends and shoals like a map. Later, in the hills eastward, the Cool Blue Hole waits—an electric circle of mineral-rich water cupped by limestone and rainforest—before a short woodland scramble delivers you to Secret Falls where water finds the line of least resistance and sculpts a place to stand beneath the cascade.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6–7 hours
Fitness Level
Light to moderate fitness; you should be able to walk short uneven trails, climb over wet rocks, and balance on a raft.
Wildlife
History
The north-coast rivers and plantations were central to colonial-era sugar production; Maroon communities in the interior resisted colonial forces and their stories are woven into local place names and guide narratives.
Conservation
These freshwater pockets are sensitive—avoid soaps and sunscreens that aren’t biodegradable, pack out trash, and follow guide directions to limit erosion and disturbance.
Reserve your spot on the Martha Brae Bamboo Rafting plus Blue Hole and Secrets Fall Private Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring water shoes
Rocky approaches and slippery limestone at Blue Hole require grippy, closed water shoes for safe scrambling and cliff entries.
Protect electronics
Use a small dry bag for phones and keys—rafts are stable but splashes and jumps at the Blue Hole are likely.
Time your visit
Depart early from Montego Bay to avoid afternoon showers and to get quieter stretches of river and pools.
Listen to your guide
Guides know safe jump spots and current conditions—follow their instructions for rope swings, cliff jumps, and raft behavior.
Water shoes
Secure grip on wet limestone and riverbanks makes them safer than sandals.
Dry bag (small)
Keeps phone, wallet and spare clothes dry during raft and pool time.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin while minimizing impact to freshwater and coastal ecosystems.
summer
Light quick-dry layers
For cooler mornings or after getting wet, a light top helps regulate temperature.
spring