7 Half-Day Tours in Jamaica to Build a Morning Around

1.Montego Bay to Dunn’s River Falls Half-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 253 reviews · from $75Our pick

Travel from Montego Bay to Dunn’s River Falls, swim at the base, then climb the natural rock terraces with a local guide. The advertised small group has up to 14 people, with guides such as Jerome, Oliver, Antoinette, and Occeane appearing on different departures. Bring water shoes, a towel, and patience for a long bus ride.

“Trip takes longer than 4 hrs ... our departure was supposed to be at 840 de didnt leave until 9 a.m., didnt get to the actual falla until 12! And came back to our hotel until 4pm! Our bus guide was very nice ... just wish we didnt make so many stops and souvenir stop!”

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2.Half-Day Tour Rafting on the Great River with Limestone Foot Massage

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · from $130Top rated

From Montego Bay, Amanda’s 876 Adventures takes you to Lethe for a private bamboo raft ride on Jamaica’s Great River. Expect river scenery, local history, a limestone foot massage, and possible upgrades such as a full-body massage. Guides may include Amanda or Nic.

“Amanda was AMAZING! Very knowledgeable, kind and fun! The BEST guide ever. Really made my bday experience in JA worth every cent. Rafting was something I’ve been wanting to do the people were nice and the food was very good.”

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3.Private Half-Day Tour ATV’s and Rick’s Cafe with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $195

Spend about two hours riding ATVs through Jamaica’s hills, valleys, trails, and rivers, with a chance to swim in a natural spring. Your private driver, including Ojay, Damien, or Chevy, then takes you to Rick’s Cafe for cliff jumping, food, music, and sea views.

“Great adventure. The ATV tour was absolute fun. Our diverse Ojay from Stoney Vibez Tours was, friendly, helpful and entertaining. He picked us up on time, was well equipped with free drinks and told US many interesting facto about Jamaica. AT Ricks cafe we were lucky to see 4 divers jumping down the cliffs. Very impression.”

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4.Half-Day Private Martha Brae Rafting Tour from Montego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $140

Your private driver, such as Eric, Odinga, Hodinga, or O’Neil, collects you in Montego Bay and takes you to the Martha Brae River. Learn about Jamaican herbs, ride a 30-foot bamboo raft, then stop at Scotchies Drax Hall for jerk chicken or pork before returning.

“My experience was nothing Short of AMAZING!!! From the moment I came out the airport out driver was there waiting to great us . He insisted on taking Every Luggage. My husband and I looked at each other . We made the right decision by bRead more”

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5.Half-Day Private Guided Ricks Café & Negril Seven Mile Beach Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $35Best value

You’ll ride in a private air-conditioned vehicle from Montego Bay toward Negril, with a flexible guide such as John Rowe, O’Neill, or James Bond. The day includes Rick’s Cafe, Seven Mile Beach, optional shopping, and a possible Margaritaville stop, with time to adjust the route.

“We were lucky enough to have met John at the Grand Palladium.”

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6.Half-Day Martha Brae River Rafting Tour from Ocho Rios

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $202

Ride a bamboo raft down Jamaica’s calm Martha Brae River with a local guide, visit a herb garden, and stop at Scotchies for jerk food. Byron’s Jamaica Tours provides private air-conditioned transport from Ocho Rios hotels or the cruise terminal. Guides may include Phillip, Byron, or Kenton Bones.

“If I could give 10 stars I would. I will always use Byron’s Jamaica tours anytime I visit Jamaica. Phillip (my driver) was at my hotel 15 minutes early, the car was nice and clean and he drove the speed limit the entire way. Once arriving to Marty BraRead more”

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7.Half-Day Private Rafting Tour to Martha Brae from Falmouth

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $130

Your private driver takes you from Falmouth to Martha Brae Rafters Village for a two-hour trip on a 30-foot bamboo raft. Enjoy a welcome drink, Jamaican herb presentation, river views, and a stop at Scotchies. Byron or Eric may handle your ride, depending on availability.

“We arrived at Falmouth, Jamaica on our cruise this month and met up with Byron for a personal tour of Jamaica. Whenever we go to Jamaica we always schedule a tour with him and his company. This time I told him to take us somewRead more”

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