Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls from Montego Bay
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 19 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls from Montego Bay worth booking?
Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls from Montego Bay is a 6.5-hour experience in Runaway Bay, Jamaica, from $179 per person. It scores 76 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 19 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 76 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (19)
- Duration
- 6.5 hours
- From
- $179 per person
We start your shore excursion with pickup directly from your hotel lobby or the Falmouth Cruise Port. A scenic ride in an air conditioned vehicle takes you along the beautiful, picturesque north coast of Jamaica. First stop at the Blue Hole waterfalls. Here, you can enjoy the beautiful, relaxing waterfalls or rope-swing or rock-jump from above into the natural pool. The Blue Hole is a nature lover's paradise! Next, a 30 minute ride takes us to the world famous Dunn's River Falls. You get to climb an over 180 feet high falls that is known for its terraced steps. The cascading waters make this an extremely invigorating water adventure. Park guides are available to assist you along the way to the top. At the top, you will see vendors selling crafts and other souvenirs. You may choose to pause for lunch at a local restaurant (at your own expense). When it is all over, we will take you back to your hotel or Cruise Terminal, ending your trip where it began.
What you get
About this experience
We start your shore excursion with pickup directly from your hotel lobby or the Falmouth Cruise Port. A scenic ride in an air conditioned vehicle takes you along the beautiful, picturesque north coast of Jamaica. First stop at the Blue Hole waterfalls. Here, you can enjoy the beautiful, relaxing waterfalls or rope-swing or rock-jump from above into the natural pool. The Blue Hole is a nature lover's paradise! Next, a 30 minute ride takes us to the world famous Dunn's River Falls. You get to climb an over 180 feet high falls that is known for its terraced steps. The cascading waters make this an extremely invigorating water adventure. Park guides are available to assist you along the way to the top. At the top, you will see vendors selling crafts and other souvenirs. You may choose to pause for lunch at a local restaurant (at your own expense). When it is all over, we will take you back to your hotel or Cruise Terminal, ending your trip where it began.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- Gratuities
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Blue Hole
The Blue Hole is an area with secluded and relatively untouched waterfalls located in the hills of Ocho Rios, Jamaica. Rope swing and dive in pools, swim through caves, cliff diving.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Dunn's River Falls and Park
Dunn's River Falls is Jamaica's most well known attraction. Climb over 180 foot of falls or bathe in the white sand beach located at the base of the fall. This is a natural attraction you must.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Enjoy local jerk chicken and pork and other local cuisine.
45 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Runaway Bay
Exit the cruise terminal, take the walk path on the right; go past the clock, then Margaritaville. Walk for about a minute. At the end of the shops, look to the right for a single white tent, your driver will be waiting under the tent for you.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Exit the cruise terminal, take the walk path on the right; go past the clock, then Margaritaville. Walk for about a minute. At the end of the shops, look to the right for a single white tent, your driver will be waiting under the tent for you.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Byrons Jamaica Tours
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 19 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
4 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Good for families
4 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
19 verified traveler reviews for Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls from Montego Bay. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
10/10
My experience with Byron’s Jamaican Tours was excellent from start to finish. All rides were smooth and on time. The drivers were nice and patient with us. Andre was 10/10. He made us feel safe and comfortable. He felt like family! Definitely recommend requesting him.
via Tripadvisor
Jamaica 2026
We had an amazing time on the tour! Communication with Byron was exceptional from start to finish, and I would definitely recommend booking with him. During the tour, his staff was very friendly and made sure everyone stayed safe. We did have to pay for our admission, but that was clearly communicated to our group beforehand, so we were completely fine with it. The admission fee for both Dunn’s River Falls and Blue Hole was $60 total ($30 per location). Our experience at both Dunn’s River Falls and Blue Hole was amazing. The scenery is absolutely beautiful, and the best part was getting to jump into the water. It was an unforgettable experience!
via Tripadvisor
Jamaica tours with Byron
On trip to Jamaica decided in 2 trips. 1. Blue Hole & Dunns river (as they are only a few miles apart) 2. luminous bay. I used CHAT GPT to research best tour operators locally and found Byron’s Tours got 5*. I used WhatsApp to make contact. Byron got back to me within minutes and provided clear information about tours and fully inclusive prices for both trips. I paid by bank transfer - again Byron sent a payment link almost immediately for the amount agreed. I received receipt and confirmation immediately. Byron also sent WhatsApp with drivers name to expect at my hotel. The trip itself - My driver Glendon was fantastic! Kept pointing out places of interest, facts about Jamaica the local areas we passed through and famous persons ie Bob Marley, Hussain Bolt. On arrival at Blue Hole he Introduced us to TJ our personal guide/lifeguard for our visit. He stayed with us the whole visit and kept us safe. Very funny and knowledgable as well. Greatly enhancing our experience to the site. Involving swimming and diving into various pools. The photographer who accompanies you, took a lot of photos which are excellent quality. Seemed a bit pricey, but negotiate for a better deal - well worth the effort for the quality shots! On arrival at Dunns river only a few miles away. Glendon bought our entrance tickets and explained best way to enjoy experience. Site well laid out and easy to follow. He told us just to follow everyone else which we did and no issues. Great experience and although looks daunting for 4 x 60 yr olds - we all managed the climb. You WILL need water shoes though for both sites. Our second trip Luminous Bay exact the same process to book as first trip with Byron - faultless and easy, great comms. Driver Eric, showed up on time and transported us to site. Bought our tickets and waited until we were finished and returned us to our hotel. Very worthwhile trip. Again staff on site very knowledgeable and funny. Overall my experience booking both trips with Byron was really easy, took minutes to complete and everything else was taken care of in the background by him and his team. Clear pricing and instructions for uplift etc… I can see why he gets 5* rating - highly recommended 👍👍👍🇯🇲
Response from the operator: Thank you for your detailed review of your trips to Jamaica with Byron's Tours! We're thrilled to hear that your experiences at both the Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls were enjoyable and seamless. It's great to know that Byron's prompt communication and clear pricing made the booking process easy for you. We're glad you appreciated Glendon and Eric's informative and friendly service, as well as the safety and fun provided by your guides at the attractions. Your feedback about the necessity of water shoes and the value of the photographer's services is invaluable for future travelers. Thank you for recommending us, and we look forward to serving you again on your next adventure!
via Tripadvisor
Great experience
had such an amazing time thank you for taking care of us all! life is better with you guys taking us. service and our driver was well respected and outgoing and very respectful. Thank you guys for handling things for us. You guys must book with this company! trust they will take care of you!
Response from the operator: Hi Jennifer! We really appreciate the time you took to leave us a review and are happy that we were able to provide great service. We always strive to make sure our guests' comfort and experience are prioritized as best as possible and I'm glad our team was able to make sure that you were taken care of.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing driver and trip.
Amazing trip. Amazing driver. Amazing time. My family and had many other trips as well. Rum tour and transportation to and from the airport. Same driver ever time clean van. Erick the driver was cool welcoming and mad us feel welcomed. Ty for making my first trip one that makes me come back and use this company again.
Response from the operator: Hi Jeff! Thanks so much for taking the time to give us a review and we're happy that we were able to make it an enjoyable experience. We aim to deliver a warm, welcoming and professional interaction and I'm glad that our team was able to make that happen. As always, we'd love to have you again!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $179 to $308
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 7
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Byrons Jamaica Tours, who run 30 experiences we rank across 8 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 58.2.
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Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls from Montego Bay: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Runaway Bay.
How much does Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls from Montego Bay cost?
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Prices start at $179 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Runaway Bay usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls from Montego Bay take?
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Plan for about 6.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Runaway Bay is not rushed.
Is Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls from Montego Bay worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 76 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 19 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Runaway Bay, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls from Montego Bay?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls from Montego Bay suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls from Montego Bay?
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Around 7 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Runaway Bay can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Runaway Bay and add a light layer if any part of the 6.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls from Montego Bay start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Runaway Bay within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Runaway Bay?
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On Outty we rank every Runaway Bay experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Mayfield Falls Tour with Lunch - Discount on groups(Original), Private Dunn's River Falls, Ocho Rios Sightseeing and shopping, Jet Ski and Margaritaville day vibes.. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Runaway Bay?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Runaway Bay?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls from Montego Bay?
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Included: Private transportation; and In-vehicle air conditioning. Not included: Gratuities; and Lunch. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls from Montego Bay include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 10 listed pickup locations in and around Runaway Bay. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time.
What languages is Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls from Montego Bay offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls from Montego Bay?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls from Montego Bay wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls from Montego Bay if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Runaway Bay. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls from Montego Bay?
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Across 19 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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