Top Ocho Rios Day Trips

We were cruising on Carnival Horizon to Ocho Rios and decided to book this excursion very last minute, as in 8 hours before we arrived in port. We honestly thought we’d leave later at the least since we booked so late but to our surprise, Winston was calling us while we were still eating breakfast asking where we were! He gave us very specific and clear instructions on where to meet him and said he would be holding a sign with my name at the location he gave. He was very easy to find! He pulled up the van and we loaded up. This is a private tour so it was just our family! Winston’s driving skills through the Jamaican countryside were superb and his commentary very interesting. Once at the home of Bob Marley, he handed us over to Curtis, aka “Crazy”. Curtis presented the best and funniest tour we have ever been on anywhere. Once the tour was over, Winston was there ready and waiting to show off those driving skills back to Ocho Rios. We loaded up and away we went. Since we had some spare time, the teenagers wanted to eat authentic jerk chicken. Winston knew just the spot. He took us to Scotchie’s. The chicken was amazing and the coolest part was getting to watch it being made from start to finish. We were back on the ship with an hour to spare and it definitely could have been sooner if we were ready to leave port at 7am when Winston was. Lol. Even the teenagers agree this was the best part of our whole vacation. Winston and Curtis went above and beyond our expectations. We hope to cross paths with him again on our next Jamaican vacay!

This tour was hands down one of the highlights of our Jamaica trip! Sean with Courtney Taylor Tours was absolutely incredible from start to finish (seriously, give this man a raise). He kept the drive fun and engaging the entire day, sharing local history and facts about St. Ann’s and St. Mary’s Parish, pointing out landmarks, and constantly checking in to make sure we were having a good time and being treated fairly everywhere we stopped. He even made sure souvenir vendors weren’t too pushy, which we really appreciated. The excursion itself was the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation. We started with river tubing through a gorgeous canopy area that was peaceful and beautiful. Then came Blue Hole - definitely one of the highlights of our Jamaica trip. Our guide there (nicknamed “young Bob Marley”) made the experience unforgettable - super personable, encouraging, and fun. We climbed parts of the falls, jumped and dove into the pools, and laughed the entire time. Sean also took us to Linda’s for lunch (not included), and honestly, it ended up being some of the best authentic Jamaican food we had the whole trip. If you’re in the area, GO. You won’t regret it. We finished the day with a laid-back horseback ride along the beach and ocean, which was the perfect way to wind down after the excitement earlier in the day. Another huge plus - our group only had four people total (my husband and I plus one other couple), so it felt personal, relaxed, and never overcrowded or rushed. 10/10 experience. Highly recommend this tour, and if you can, absolutely request Sean as your guide. He truly made the entire day even better.

River rafting in Jamaica was absolutely fantastic! The scenery was breathtaking, the ride was smooth yet exciting, and the atmosphere was so relaxing. It felt like the perfect blend of adventure and tranquility. This is a must‑do activity if you’re visiting Jamaica. The guide are friendly and attentive, making sure you feel safe while also having fun. It’s a great way to enjoy the natural beauty of the island and create unforgettable memories.