Float three miles down the Martha Brae on a traditional 30-foot bamboo raft, guided by a local boatman who narrates river legends. This easy, family-friendly float includes optional swimming spots, private transport from Falmouth, and a relaxed glimpse of Trelawny’s riverside life.
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The raft nudges away from a shaded bank and the Martha Brae obliges, carrying you downstream under a roof of mango and guango trees. The bamboo platform—about 30 feet long—slides with the current along a 3-mile (4.8 km) stretch of calm, clear water; the boatman’s pole taps a steady rhythm while birds call from the canopy and the river cools the air.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal fitness required; able to step on/off a raft and sit for an hour stretches
Wildlife
History
The Martha Brae flows through Trelawny Parish, an area shaped by sugar plantations and colonial trade; the river’s name and many local tales derive from indigenous Taino and early colonial-era stories.
Conservation
Operators encourage no-trace practices—avoid single-use plastics, use biodegradable products and respect riverbanks to protect spring-fed water quality.
Reserve your spot on the Martha Brae River Bamboo Rafting from Falmouth/Grand Palladium today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring water shoes
Banks and the raft’s deck can be slippery; closed-toe water shoes protect feet and improve grip when boarding.
Use biodegradable sunscreen
The river is spring-fed and sensitive—use reef-safe, biodegradable sunscreen to limit chemical runoff.
Carry a dry bag and towel
A small dry bag keeps camera and phone safe; a towel and light change of clothes are handy after a swim.
Tip your raft captain
Guides combine steering with local history and safety—plan a modest tip to acknowledge that service.
Water shoes
Provide traction boarding the raft and protect feet on rocky banks.
Swimwear and towel
Quick-dry swimwear and a towel for optional river swims and drying off after the float.
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Biodegradable sunscreen
Protects skin and reduces chemical impact on freshwater ecosystems.
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Light rain jacket or poncho
Useful during brief tropical showers, especially in the wet season (May–November).
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