There is certainly always something to learn about and see on this beautiful island and sometimes the best way to experience things is by guided tour. Sure, it can be fun to explore areas on your own but tours can take you to places and show you things you wouldn’t otherwise see. Not to mention, when you have a question, an expert guide can tell you whatever it is you’d like to know. Below are 10 spectacular tours you’ll find in Jamaica.
- Coyaba Museum and River Garden – There’s a small museum here in Ocho Rios that focuses on the Arawak culture. The seasons are marked with new colors in the garden and you’ll stroll past ponds and streams, climb Mahoe Falls and then take a dip in the warm natural pool where the waters flow.
- Blue Mountain Bicycle Tours – Located in Ocho Rios, you’ll ride through lush rainforest and see endless plants, flowers and tropical birds. The tour travels through the Blue Mountain coffee plantations and then you end with a swim at a refreshing waterfall-fed pool.
- Jamaica Zip-line Adventure Tours – Could there be a better way to experience this tropical island than soaring through the canopy of the lush rainforest? Located in Lethe, these are voted the safest and longest lines in all of the Caribbean, one even extends 1,600 ft. There’s also a 250 ft bridge to cross and delicious fruit tasting.
- Hooves LTD – You can’t experience Jamaica without hopping on a well-behaved, beautiful horse. There are two different tours in St. Ann’s Bay. One takes you through a historic area and then down to ride through the shallow waters on the beach while the other takes you to enjoy phenomenal views at 1,800 ft above sea level.
- Rainforest Adventures at Mystic Mountain – You’ll find this environmentally-friendly attraction in Ocho Rios. Here you’ll tour a 700 ft mountain peak three different ways being chairlift, zip-line and bobsled, yes, you can ride a track through the dense landscapes!
- Green Grotto Caves – The runaway caves were a haven for slaves back in the 18th century. They’re located within two miles of where Christopher Columbus first arrived in 1494. There’s interconnected chambers and passageways, stalactites and stalagmites and a gorgeous crystal clear underground lake.
- River Kayak Safari – Departing from Montego Bay, you’ll board your kayak with the rest of your group and guide at the Great River. Flow down challenging rapids and peaceful rivers and take in all of the breathtaking surroundings.
- Enchanted Gardens – Lush vegetation spreads across 20 acres and surrounds a natural gorge, meandering streams, cascading waterfalls and a natural spring pool. You’ll climb the waterfall and journey through the garden to find a free-flight aviary home to 80 different species of tropical birds.
- Falls and Margaritaville – Your group will travel up the 600 ft climb of Dunns River Falls to enjoy the panoramic views of Ocho Rios. When you head back, you make a stop at Margaritaville where there’s a private beach, giant water slide, pool, rooftop whirlpool and plenty of delicious cocktails.
- Rafting on Martha Brae – In Falmouth, you’ll experience a different kind of rafting and a special type of tour. You’ll drift down the calm Martha Brae River with a guide on your personal 30 ft bamboo raft. The tour is considered a very unique Jamaican experience.
While you don’t have to take part in every tour during your visit to the island, you certainly should aim to experience at least a few. There are beautiful things to see in every city and your hotel should also be able to recommend additional ones not on this list.