Taste of Jamaica Farm Cookout
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September 2026
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Is Taste of Jamaica Farm Cookout worth booking?
Taste of Jamaica Farm Cookout is a 2-hour experience in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, from $65 per person. It scores 74 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 25 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 74 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (25)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $65 per person
Get a taste of Jamaica during this Farm and food tour to our Herbal Medicinal farm and Garden. The Garden will display over thirty species of Jamaican medicinal Herbs and spices, farming products, fruit trees, A Coffee w
What you get
About this experience
Get a taste of Jamaica during this Farm and food tour to our Herbal Medicinal farm and Garden. The Garden will display over thirty species of Jamaican medicinal Herbs and spices, farming products, fruit trees, A Coffee walk, ornamental trees and flowers of various types. The farm is home to Chickens, Rabbits and Goats. All our medicinal plants are labeled for educational and informational purposes only. Get with our culture and food, taste local tropical fruit from our farm when available, enjoy a rustic farm lunch of ackee, codfish and traditional Jamaican jerk chicken, choice of Red Stripe or Rum Punch. Entertainment will include Music and Drumming, dance to Reggae music and have a Irie time. Booking for private group is available with Cooking lessons, learn to make the Jamaican Jerk Chicken. Contact A Sales rep for this option.
What's included
Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Professional art historian guide
- Fruit tasting
- Authentic Jamaican Lunch
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Not included
- Gratuities
- Souvenir and photos (available to purchase)
What you'll see and do
Traversejamaica Tours
Join us for the Taste of Jamaica Farm & Food tour on our 10 acre organic farm. You’ll be guided by our 2 resident farmers, as they help you catch the flavor of Jamaica while strolling through this exotic farm. They will show you unique demonstrations and educate you about the various ornamental and medicinal plants and herbs that can be found on the farm You can sample our fruits in season, or take a bite of our sweet sugarcane. Take a stroll through our coffee walk while your tour guide talks about the techniques of coffee farming. This eye-opening tour features an authentic Jamaican lunch that encapsulates our local flavors and reminds you of what “real” food tastes like. The Farm is home to one of the largest collections medical and healing herbs in Jamaica. Relax in the garden, and take in the sweeping views of Jamaica’s north coast, and the beauty of the hills at the same time. Listen to the birds sing and engage your senses with the herbs, spices, fruits, birds, flowers.
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Tour from Ocho Rios & Falmouth
This option offers pickup from all hotels/ Guest house and Cruise port in and around Ocho Rios Pickup included
Falmouth Tour
This option offers pickup from Hotels and Cruise port in Falmouth jamaica. Pickup included
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
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Traverse Jamaica Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Cruise Ship passenger docking in Falmouth or Montego Bay, Jamaica cannot book this tour because of time restrictions
- Dress code is smart casual
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required ( Solo traveler should contact us before booking to avoid cancelation)
- Note: For Hotel guest, Tour date selected may change to join a group on another day. Please contact us twenty four hours (24) hours prior to your selected tour date.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 25 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
8 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
25 verified traveler reviews for Taste of Jamaica Farm Cookout. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
The most unique experience in Jamaica!
Easy to book, responsive host. Learned so much about local plants and herbs and ended the event with a delicious lunch! Not your usual excursion- you will leave having seen and tasted the true essence of the mountains of Jamaica!
via Viator
A great chance to see...
A great chance to see some of the inland of the Island. An amazing amount of variety of plants both for food and medicinal. A great meal in a great atmosphere
via Viator
Fantastic!
It is a unique experience! Lescelle met us at the meeting point amd took our group through fern gully (BEAUTIFUL) and into the highlands. The farm is quaint and beautiful with tons of medicinal herbs and fruits. Got to even try a coffee berry right off the tree! The authentic lunch was also phenomenal, made right there at the farm and absolutely delicious. Highly recommend if you want something off the beaten track!
via Viator
Very Pleased
Our host was very knowledgeable about the medicinal properties of the plants native and nonnative on the farm, and there was a variety of plants. He has also very entertaining throughout the trip. My spouse and I had a great time.
via Viator
Tropical crew
It wasa nice scenic route to the location. Our driver was very informative and his knowledge of the farm was amazing.
Response from the operator: Thank you, Fatima, for joining our tour and sharing your review. We’re glad you enjoyed the scenic route and farm experience.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Price range
- $65 to $137
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 9
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 74
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Taste of Jamaica Farm Cookout: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ocho Rios.
How much does Taste of Jamaica Farm Cookout cost?
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Prices start at $65 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Ocho Rios usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Taste of Jamaica Farm Cookout take?
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Plan for about 2 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 Ocho Rios is not rushed.
Is Taste of Jamaica Farm Cookout worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 74 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 25 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Ocho Rios, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Taste of Jamaica Farm Cookout?
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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 Taste of Jamaica Farm Cookout suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Taste of Jamaica Farm Cookout?
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Around 9 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 Ocho Rios 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 Ocho Rios and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Taste of Jamaica Farm Cookout 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 Ocho Rios 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 Ocho Rios?
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On Outty we rank every Ocho Rios experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Blue Hole only-from Ocho Rios, Ocho Rios Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls Tour, Blue Hole and Dunn’s River Falls Tour with Lunch and Cocktails at Reggae Hill. 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 Ocho Rios?
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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 Ocho Rios?
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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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