Combine a tranquil bamboo raft float down the Martha Brae with a hands-on climb up Dunn’s River Falls on this private day tour. Expect easy river sections and a wet, terraced waterfall climb—both guided, with admission and transfers included.
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A morning begins on an air-conditioned van as the Jamaican coast rolls by, palms punctuating blue sky. At Martha Brae the river slows into shaded pools and the bamboo raftman guides the raft with a single pole; the current teases, the mangroves lean in like curious spectators. Later, at Dunn’s River Falls the landscape changes—water climbs stone terraces into lush gullies, and travelers pick a line of grips and footholds as the falls pull them upward toward a shallow sea.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
5–6 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness; participants should be comfortable walking on uneven, wet rock and standing on a bamboo raft for up to an hour.
Wildlife
History
The Martha Brae area carries both Taino and plantation-era stories; Dunn’s River developed alongside Ocho Rios as a natural attraction tied to local fishing and port activity.
Conservation
Both sites are sensitive to visitor impact—stay on marked paths, avoid soaps or detergents in the water, and choose reef-safe sunscreen to minimize chemical runoff.
Reserve your spot on the Private Tour to Martha Brae River Rafting plus Dunns River Falls Combo today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring water shoes
The raft is easy but Dunn’s River is slippery—closed-toe water shoes with good grip prevent slips.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Wear biodegradable sunscreen before entering river or sea to protect aquatic life and avoid contamination of the falls.
Arrive early
Start times before mid-morning reduce crowds at Dunn’s River and give calmer river conditions at Martha Brae.
Protect electronics
Store phones and wallets in a dry bag or leave them on the van—water spray and falls make damage likely.
Closed-toe water shoes
Grip and protection for the wet climb at Dunn’s River and river banks at Martha Brae.
Dry bag (small)
Protects phone, wallet, and spare clothes from spray and accidental submersion.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Prevents sunburn and minimizes chemical impact on river and coastal ecosystems.
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Light quick-dry clothing and towel
Quick-dry layers and a towel make post-activity comfort easier, especially after the wet climb.