Bamboo Rafting and Rick Cafe Negril Private Tour
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Negril, Jamaica
- 8 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Immerse yourself in local culture on a private bamboo rafting excursion. Enjoy hassle-free pickup from your hotel in Montego Bay or Negril, and learn about the river and the community from your guide. Relax with a limestone foot massage and fresh coconut. At Rick's cafe, a bar and restaurant, you'll have free time. Go cliff jumping or grab a meal to enjoy while you watch the sunset.
- Enjoy hassle-free transfers from your hotel in Negril or Montego Bay
- Drink your choice of rum punch, soda, or bottled water on board
- Choose from several morning start times for flexibility
- Try Caribbean snacks and enjoy scenic views throughout your ride
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- SnacksCarribean snacks on board
- Bottled water
- Soda/Pop
- Alcoholic BeveragesRum punches
- use bamboo rafting
- Restroom on board
- Dinner
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
Meets in hotel lobbies Or in front Residents
Itinerary
1
Lethe Estate
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
2
Rick's Cafe
5 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Karryn_H
Our driver Arden Hayle was wonderful! He arrived to our hotel early and waited patiently for us. He was extremely personable and drove us to do bamboo rafting with Shaun, who was very friendly and EXTREMELY knowledgeable about the river and native plants that we saw. It made the experience for us so memorable. Overall, my friend and I had a great experience with Arden in Negril. I definitely will be looking to Stoney Vibez Tours for future bookings when I return!
Reviews
4.7
based on 67 reviews
Dominica_P, May 2026
Everyone was very nice and attentive. Our driver Chevy pulled up with drinks, and a decorated van. Chevy took us to local spots to be able to get souvenirs and small bites. Our family of 6 felt safe and welcomed. Would definitely recommend this tour
Toni_F, May 2026
We can’t begin to express the absolutely wonderful time we had - all the way around!!
Everyone was awesome, friendly and welcoming. We had such a great time from the moment we were picked up to the moment we were dropped off for our full excursion.
England is beyond the best - we can’t wait to return!!
Do this excursion without delay! You will not be disappointed!
Relax and enjoy!!!
One Love 🇯🇲❤️ Forever.
Amaka_U, Mar 2026
My guide Deandre, made this the highlight of the trip. He wasn't just a driver; he was a fantastic host who shared so much about Jamaican culture and history as we drove. The rafting on the river was very calm and peaceful and the water near Rick's cafe was beautiful!
Michael_B, Feb 2026
The trip was something different to try while in Jamaica with a group of friends. A lot of the time spent was riding in the bus from Negril to the Great River and back. The ride to the river did not include any water or snacks as stated, but the the driver was entertaining. As for the rafting part, it was a one and done experience. Went up a 1/4 mile, stopped for a bit as women received a limestone massage on lower legs and then returned back. Back in the van and headed back to Negril to visit Ricks Cafe. Very nice setting at Ricks with the view and watching people jump off the cliffs, but be prepared to open your wallet to eat there. Overall I give it a 3 star as its not something we would partake in again in the future
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you so much for your honest feedback. We’re happy you found the driver entertaining and enjoyed the views at Rick’s Cafe it truly is a special spot.
We’re sorry to hear the experience felt shorter than expected and that refreshments only rum punch were provided as anticipated the driver must of forgotten to added the rest of items.That’s certainly not the level of experience we aim to deliver, and we will be addressing this internally to improve clarity and guest satisfaction. We would to give you a complementary excursion of your choice please reach out to us anytime.
We genuinely appreciate you sharing your thoughts, as it helps us grow and do better for future guests.
loni_f, Sep 2025
Booked this excursion for my birthday and I had such an AMAZING DAY! Wayne was our guide and he was the bestttt , he ensured that the whole group had a great time and we sure did !! Def recommend , Thank you so much
Aiken_Y, Sep 2025
Wayne was the absolute best driver in the ENTIRE WORLD I MEAN IT WHEN I SAY IT. If you wanna have a good time Wayne is your guy. He made my year with his attitude I loved him 10/10 ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Aronti_W, Aug 2025
Had a great time, good vibes! Will book again! Bamboo raft was fun and relaxing. Stopped for some authentic jerk heading to Rick’s cafe. Cafe was fun. You can cliff dive, relax in the pool, listen to live music. Had a great time
Kenyatta_T, Aug 2025
Omggg this experience was everything. The scenery, the tour guides on the rafts were outstanding, the bar/restaurant on the river hospitality in point. We had a ball. We lover the rafting tour guys they kept us laughing, safe and smiling
Tiarra_J, Jul 2025
Our tour guide Chevy was so amazing! We had such a great time! Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to have a fun experience.
Shavon_H, Jul 2025
Bamboo rafting was very relaxing. I loved the fact that we had our own personal driver. Shevoy took great care of us, he was very attentive to all of our needs and very personable.
Promi_T, Jul 2025
We couldn’t make our excursion due to a serious medical emergency and I had let the company know over 5 hours prior to the excursion and they ghosted me and stopped responding! They only care about money and have zero empathy for others. Would not recommend them to anyone!
Response from Host, Jul 2025
I do understand that unforseen circumstances may arise that are out of one's control. We, as a business, have policies in place to protect our guests and ourselves. One in which includes our 24-hour cancelation policy. Our driver was already en route to pick your party up ( had already traveled over an hour) when you reached out to cancel. Unfortunately, refunding your party is not an option as our driver must be compensated for his time, gas, and missed opportunities to service other guests. I have included the company's cancelation policy below for your reference.
Cancelation policy
Policy type: Standard
To receive a full refund, travelers may cancel up to 24 hours before the experience start time in the local timezone. No refunds will be given after that time period.
Sativa_J, Jul 2025
This was an awesome experience, the staff was great, the information provided increased the experience. Definitely recommend!!!
Kendra_T, Jun 2025
Me and my friends had a good time. All the men on the raft were very friendly and helpful. If I ever come back to jamaica I will do this excursion again
Jacqueline_J, Jun 2025
England and AJ were a WHOLE VIBE! 😂🎉 They made our bamboo rafting experience FUN and AMAZING! I will not give away the surprises that are included in this excursion, but I will say that I HIGHLY recommend that you book with this company when you arrive to the Island! One Love! 🥰🇯🇲
jgoliny, Jun 2025
Bamboo rafting at the Great River sucks. The rafter only brought us to about 350 yards of slow rafting. He had no interaction with us, did not give us fruits to eat as described in the itinerary. He also wants us to pay extra $20 for the supposedly included limestone foot massage. Stay away from this Great River rafting. There are other rafting places with better reviews like Lethe or Martha Brae.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your experience on the River Bamboo Rafting tour My apologies again about your rafting experience . I thought we had rectified this matter while you were here . We did provide you with a trip to the Luminous Lagoon which was complimentary. I wish you had expressed that you were still unpleased while you were here We understand your concerns about the distance of the tour and the lack of interaction from the rafter. We strive to provide engaging and memorable experiences, and it’s disappointing to hear that the rafter fell short during your visit. We’ve already discussed your feedback with our team to ensure that our tour guides consistently provide the friendly and interactive service we’re known for .We always aim to deliver the complete experience as described in our itinerary. We genuinely appreciate your feedback, and we’re committed to improving our services to ensure all of our guests leave with a positive impression. If you’d like to discuss this further, please feel free to reach out directly, we’d be happy to assist you.
Rose_L, May 2025
I had an amazing time so much fun the driver even gave a little tour I enjoyed myself! And a special drink that was given top tier highly recommended!!
Jamie_M, May 2025
Te was AMAZING!! My sister and I really enjoyed our day with him. He stopped us at popular checkpoints so we could take pics and gave us a history lesson at the same. You will love him! The bamboo rafting did not disappoint. The guys were super nice and made us feel very comfortable! Rick’s was cool. The music was great and the vibe was fantastic. 10 out of 10!!
Wendy_L, May 2025
I rate these 5 stars, I wanna start with our driver Lewis he got us going with some rum punch and so good Jamaican music for the road. He made a stop at a souvenir shop with a nice view and restroom time. We stayed in Montego Bay and our ride was 30 min to the rafting area. When we got there the gentleman’s were kind and offer coconut for the ride and pineapple. Our guides were England & Darrel they were fun and had some music for us. Our guides offer red apples from the trees that taste good. And than we made a stop by the jerk chicken spot to hang out for about 40 min. After that we headed back for our massages. They took their time and was very relaxing. After that we headed back to meet our driver Lewis which he drove us to Rick’s cafe. Rick’s cafe had good vibes you can grab some food at your own expense and jump off the cliff. We made it back to our hotel by 7 pm which it was a good time. Thanks to our driver Lewis and the rafting guides for a good time and making our trip memorable.
Jamila_O, May 2025
This tour is perfect! I went solo to celebrate my birthday and had the best day ever! From the start, the car had a personal “happy birthday” message for me, and the driver Lewis made sure to personalize the tour to attend to my expectations. Went early to the rafting and was the first one there, so I managed to take amazing photos and had the river views all to myself. The raft also had “happy birthday” making it even more special. Even though there was some rain in the afternoon, that did not make any difference as we managed to visit all the spots and many more. I want to personally thank Lewis once again for an unforgettable birthday! Can’t recommend enough Stoney Vibez Tour Jamaica ❤️
Karryn_H, Apr 2025
Our driver Arden Hayle was wonderful! He arrived to our hotel early and waited patiently for us. He was extremely personable and drove us to do bamboo rafting with Shaun, who was very friendly and EXTREMELY knowledgeable about the river and native plants that we saw. It made the experience for us so memorable. Overall, my friend and I had a great experience with Arden in Negril. I definitely will be looking to Stoney Vibez Tours for future bookings when I return!
Stephanie_T, Feb 2025
This was the most amazing experience, Chevy is very knowledgeable, and the best part being that it was a private tour, only our family all day. We stppped and grabbed a local Jamaican breakfast of patties. The Bamboo float was perfect in the morning, we were the only ones on the river!! We had a wonderful Jamaican lunch by the river. Then off to jump the cliffs, we even had a stop by the seven mile beach for some souvenirs. Chevy is awesome and truely a Jamaican gem himself. You will not be disappointed and you'll leave feeling like you're part of the Jamacian family.
Cara_T, Feb 2025
This was an all-day experience. Our tour driver took us to a few additional places on the route to allow us more of a local experience.
Justin_M, Feb 2025
This was the highlight of our trip! Our driver was so accommodating and friendly. It was private and personalized to us. We loved the bamboo rafting experience and Ricks Cafe.
We heard other guests at our resort talking about how they did another excursion to ricks cafe on a catamaran just to get there and not be able to dock, so I’m glad we went the private transportation route instead. Our driver waited for us and was ready to leave whenever we wanted to. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a day off the resort! Amazing experience!
Carol_E, Feb 2025
The bamboo raft company was professional yet warm and welcoming. We loved their vibe and the conversations taught us so much about the local culture. Drivers were excellent!
Damari_s, Feb 2025
This was a great experience for me and my friends for my 30th . Our driver was Chevy and he was the best .
Catina, Dec 2024
The Bamboo Excursion was very relaxing. We enjoyed the great hospitality, fun and adventure experience.
Darian_J, Dec 2024
Great float trip and tour guide. Was able to walk through the city to juici Patti and interact with the locals.
Jakaylan_W, Nov 2024
OJAY OJAY OJAYYYY that’s all i can say !!! That man was the highlight of my trip!! He deserve nothing but the best . He was awesome!!! & when i say awesome i mean it . The reviews were right! You will love this man the moment you step foot in the van. He was full of life, very informative, a great personality & it wasn’t about the money . You can tell he love his job. He took us to stop & get beef patties , took us by the best place that cooks Jerk chicken & my goddddd was it the BEST , took us to a gift shop so we can shop & he was very patient . But the Bamboo activity itself was great as well . The men that give the massage were awesome !!! Everyone here is just so nice & sweet . They inform us about their plants , food, their families it’s just a great experience. One thing i would note about the massage tho is that a full body massage was not included it was an additional $60 pp unless they were just trying to get extra money from us.. knee down is what's complementary but other than that GREATTTTTTT i believe our massage men names were Shawn & Darius . They are cousins SOOOO SWEET. Rick’s cafe was ok , it was not packed when we went so i was able to jump off the cliff twice & head out .
I really wish OJAY nothing but the best in life !! I can’t thank that man enough of how great of a person he is!!! You would think yall are family the way he takes care of you!
David_V, Oct 2024
OJ our tour guide was AMAZING! He took the time to show us around and made sure we were good even gave us history of the island.
Shawn at the bamboo rafting was awesome as well. He passionate for the water and nature really showed. Taught us a few things about the island and the different trees and things.
Anitra_M, Oct 2024
The private tour was awesome. Ojay made my day memorable. Great food, music, and sights.
The bamboo raft was extremely pleasurable. The limestone was amazing. The staff was friendly.
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