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Bamboo River Rafting Experience from Ocho Rios

Recommended by 91% of travelers
Ocho Rios, Jamaica
  • 1 hour 40 minutes (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Relax on a bamboo raft as you sail down the White River accompanied by a guidee on this excursion from Ocho Rios. Sip on a beer as you take in the scenic views of the lush surrounding rainforest, listen to the birds, and spot freshwater fish darting in the water.
  • Experience this popular, must-do Jamaican activity
  • The tour is a good option for couples and groups
  • This excursion easily fits into a day of sightseeing and sunbathing
  • Enjoy convenient transportation from your hotel

What's Included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Travelers will provide their location and that locatIon will be the pickup point.

Operating hours
.8:30 am

Itinerary

Your journey begins in the morning, kickstarting your day with excitement. Enjoy pickup from your location and take some time to relax during the transfer to your departure point on the river.

Board a bamboo raft, guided by an expert, and start gliding down the White River. Take in the views of the rainforest, listen to the singing birds, and catch a glimpse of freshwater fish beneath the water.

Relax as the current carries you along, indulging in refreshing drinks along the way. If you wish, choose to participate in optional activities.

After your adventure, rest during the transfer back to your accommodation.
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White River

1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

brent_g
JAY WAS A GREAT GUIDE.. He was friendly and informative. We had so much fun. Anyone visiting Jamaica should get Jay and SSJ Tours, they were the best price and value. They also were willing to take us to other sights we might even wanted to see. GREAT TIME

Reviews

4.7
based on 116 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

White river bamboo rafting

Ania_R, Mar 2026
I don’t like to leave a bad review, however it was definitely not worth the money ($160). It was not much to it. There was nothing really to see and most of all it was less than 45 mins on the raft. We are really disappointed with this excursion.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you for sharing with the world the experience you’ve had. First let’s get this clear, the raft guide informed me that you did not want to participate in anything else on the ride so you cannot say there’s nothing to do or see, please tell the people that you were not interested in these activities. The money you paid includes raft fees and transportation, no one rubbed you of your money. Tour duration in the description says 1 hour and 30 mins which includes transportation and raft ride time, it did not say raft ride is and hour and 30 mins. These reviews are misleading, travelers can ask questions when they are booking a tour and don’t fully understand the description Your respectfully JAMOY CLARKE

Rafting is worth the...

Timothy_L, Feb 2026
Rafting is worth the trip. Waited around 1/2 hour at port to get rest of group but we only two to do rafting. Shopping and local sights waste of time Guide was owner of company

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you for taking the time out to share with everyone the experience you had with SSJTOURS. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon. Yours truly JAMOY CLARKE

Good time

Ija_J, Dec 2024
It was good. The guide was sweet & informative. We were surprised by the vendors massage price but overall a good trip.

Response from Host, Dec 2024

Thank you for taking the time out to share with everyone the experience you had with SSJTOURS. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon. Yours truly JAMOY CLARKE

Check out the White River if you're in the area!

Anita_Z, Dec 2024
All in all, we had great time on White River rafting. The distance is quite short, first upstream and then down. Our raft man, Lincoln, was super. Very hard working, and accommodating - would definitely recommend him. Wear flip-flops or aqua shoes as you are likely to get your feet wet. This experience can be easily fitted as a couple of hour activity.

Response from Host, Dec 2024

Thank you for taking the time out to share with everyone the experience you had with SSJTOURS. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon. Yours truly JAMOY CLARKE

Pleasureable

ANGELA_R, Aug 2024
The music playing on the raft set the tone, the guide giving us a small history chat about the white river and showing us blue crabs, and the massage which was the icing on the cake. Tour guide was just so pleasant. They made my kids swing on a tire. They had so much fun. I stopped and got some delicious conch soap as well. It was a great experience.

Response from Host, Dec 2024

Thank you for taking the time out to share with everyone the experience you had with SSJTOURS. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon. Yours truly JAMOY CLARKE

A whole vibe

Latoya_m, Jun 2024
The vibes of the people were very inviting and enjoyable. They were very accommodating and our Rafter Jay was amazing.

Response from Host, Dec 2024

Thank you for taking the time out to share with everyone the experience you had with SSJTOURS. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon. Yours truly JAMOY CLARKE

Good Times Mon

Anthony_H, May 2024
Very nice & chill experience. We went 1st thing in the am and nothing was open but it was very relaxing exactly what my wife liked. Our guide informed us of many things and we got to take some beautiful pictures.

Response from Host, Dec 2024

Thank you for taking the time out to share with everyone the experience you had with SSJTOURS. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon. Yours truly JAMOY CLARKE

Great experience, highly recommend

Svetlana_L, May 2024
Great experience with SSJ Tours! On time hotel pick up and a lovely, peaceful cruise down the White River. Our rafter was friendly and stopped along the route to get us mangoes and shared local stories about the various flora and fauna. Highly recommend!

Response from Host, Dec 2024

Thank you for taking the time out to share with everyone the experience you had with SSJTOURS. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon. Yours truly JAMOY CLARKE

Best Experience in Jamaica !!!

Nirvana_T, May 2024
Best Experience Ever. Driver who picked us up as the hotel Jason was very friendly and accommodating. Our raft operator Cuban was very down to earth and made my sister and I feel extra comfortable. Recommend this tour 100%

Response from Host, Dec 2024

Thank you for taking the time out to share with everyone the experience you had with SSJTOURS. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon. Yours truly JAMOY CLARKE

Great experience!

Corina_P, May 2024
We had such a great time from pick up, all through the excursion, and drop off. Jamoy was attentive and awesome. Our raft rowers, Andre and Realting, were very funny and kind. I’d 100% come back.

Response from Host, Dec 2024

Thank you for taking the time out to share with everyone the experience you had with SSJTOURS. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon. Yours truly JAMOY CLARKE

Amazing

Andrea_J, May 2024
The bamboo rafting was a beautiful experience. The gentleman was so helpful and pleasant. The experience was beautiful and the views were breathtaking.

Perfect Excursion For The First Day in Ocho!

Nponano_M, Feb 2024
We had an amazing time! The driver picked us up from our Airbnb and kept us entertained during the drive. The rafting itself was incredible! Our guide was funny and let us control the playlist. He gave us a brief history of Jamaica and didn't pressure us to stop at any of the vendors along the river unless we asked. Easily a 10/10 excursion.

Response from Host, Feb 2024

Thank you for taking the time out to share with everyone the experience you had with SSJTOURS. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon. Yours truly JAMOY CLARKE

Great honeymoon excursion

Trish_O, Feb 2024
It was such a beautiful way to begin our day!! My husband and I are on our honeymoon. He’s never been to JA before, this was a great excursion for him to experience what this beautiful place has to offer!!🖤🇯🇲

Response from Host, Feb 2024

Thank you for taking the time out to share with everyone the experience you had with SSJTOURS. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon. Yours truly JAMOY CLARKE

Fun on a river raft

harold_k, Dec 2023
Wear flip flops or something because you will get wet feet. Our guide told interesting stories and jokes. We have done a similar trip before on the Maryha Brae. Either are fun.

Response from Host, Feb 2024

Thank you for taking the time out to share with everyone the experience you had with SSJTOURS. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon. Yours truly JAMOY CLARKE

Good and bad

Rickey_H, Dec 2023
I was not told to bring small USD cash. It is memorable in that the captains of the bamboo rafts were excellent. The vendors were not. A photographer tried to charge us $80.00 for pictures, and one guy wanted $10.00 for a drinkable coconut. They are 3-5$ elsewhere.

Response from Host, Feb 2024

Thank you for taking the time out to share with everyone the experience you had with SSJTOURS. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon. Yours truly JAMOY CLARKE

Amazing!! Definitely Recommend!!

Rocelyn_A, Nov 2023
My family and I loved the excursion!! Everything was an easy process. It included pick-up and drop-off. Jay was our driver and he was awesome! Sanjay was our rafting tour guide and we had so much fun with him. He took amazing photos and videos of us. He also put music and we were all vibing. The trip takes you to a beautiful beach and an opportunity to buy souvenirs from locals. Next time we go to Jamaica, we will do this again!!

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Thank you for taking the time out to share with everyone the experience you had with SSJTOURS. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon. Yours truly JAMOY CLARKE

Waste of money and time.

Latchman_H, Oct 2023
This was a big disappointment compared to the one I did 5 years ago in Jamaica. The distance was too short and there was nothing to see on the route.

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Thank you for taking the time out to share with everyone the experience you had with SSJTOURS. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon. Yours truly JAMOY CLARKE

Texans in Jamaica

RebeccaMusic, Oct 2023
We enjoyed the river rafting but we were unable to choose the raft that we would have preferred...it seems that you have to pre-pay for the "nicer" rafts, which we didn't know about. Also, we did not like stopping on the small strip island for shopping at the locals' markets...maybe a food stop would be better or no stops at all...but the raft driver was nice...he let my husband try to drive the raft!

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Thank you for taking the time out to share with everyone the experience you had with SSJTOURS. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon. Yours truly JAMOY CLARKE

A MUST do

Tyneka_R, Sep 2023
It was awesome. I thoughts it was going to be a longer experience but for the amount time, it was great. We had a gentleman named Flowers and he was great! Highly recommended. Bring water shoes!

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Thank you for taking the time out to share with everyone the experience you had with SSJTOURS. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon. Yours truly JAMOY CLARKE

BEST RELAXING EXCURSION

Shakira_K, Aug 2023
Everyone is so kind and respectful! Captain CJ was the best and Andre’s Tours took us there. His driving and expertise was great! The limestone massage is not included but it’s worth the $30! they take you to a mini private island where they take pictures and you can buy souvenirs

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Thank you for taking the time out to share with everyone the experience you had with SSJTOURS. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon. Yours truly JAMOY CLARKE

Highly recommend

Tierra_D, Jul 2023
I just want to say this was the best experience ever from the pick up to the drop off! Jamoy was amazing he picked us up on time and got us to our excursion on time. Once we got there he did everything for us to get get started with our tour. Our tour took a little longer than expected but he waited and was so understanding. Jamoy even made a little detour for us to grab some souvenirs and one of the shops right outside our resort and then dropped us off. If you have the opportunity to book with him please do he is definitely a good time and I highly recommend him!!! Hey Jamoy I’ll see you again my friend

Response from Host, Aug 2023

Thank you for taking the time out to share with everyone the experience you had with SSJTOURS. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon. Yours truly JAMOY CLARKE

Amazing time , very...

Elaine_L, Jul 2023
Amazing time , very friendly people Only disappointed that we were told we get complimentary drinks , and you have to pay extra for the massage

Response from Host, Aug 2023

Thank you for taking the time out to share with everyone the experience you had with SSJTOURS. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon. Yours truly JAMOY CLARKE

Bamboo raft Must Do!

Bella, Jun 2023
Our Bamboo raft Captain was just so Kind , and thoughtful. The whole experience was breathtaking and peaceful! Highly recommend

Response from Host, Aug 2023

Thank you for taking the time out to share with everyone the experience you had with SSJTOURS. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon. Yours truly JAMOY CLARKE

A must visit

Crystal_S, Jun 2023
We had a great time and our driver was very great. Thank you for the experience. Everyone was so great and I recommend this to everyone

Response from Host, Aug 2023

Thank you for taking the time out to share with everyone the experience you had with SSJTOURS. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon. Yours truly JAMOY CLARKE

Did not live up to my expectations

Jacqui_P, Apr 2023
This tour was not what I was expecting and quite disappointing. The river ride was very short and beach we were taken was rocky and you could not swim

Response from Host, May 2023

Thank you for sharing your experience, we are truly sorry that you had to go through all that you have outlined. On this day the company we contract the job to was short staff and because of this we found out they were cutting the tours short to accommodate everyone. Everything is back to normal now, wish we could have made your experience better. Yours respectfully JAMOY CLARKE

long wait for short boat...

Joseph_P, Apr 2023
long wait for short boat experience, then wait after ... not a value for the exspense. No waterfall, but the people were very nice.

Response from Host, May 2023

Thank you for sharing your experience, we are truly sorry that you had to go through all that you have outlined. On this day the company we contract the job to was short staff and because of this we found out they were cutting the tours short to accommodate everyone. Everything is back to normal now, wish we could have made your experience better. Yours respectfully JAMOY CLARKE

Great Service

Sabrina_B, Apr 2023
Guys were very nice and made the experience worth it. I recommend and will use services again next time I'm here in town

Response from Host, Apr 2023

Thank you for taking the time out to share with everyone the experience you had with SSJTOURS. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon. Yours truly JAMOY CLARKE

Bamboo rafting

Jeremiah_S, Mar 2023
Very relaxing, friendly crew, If you are looking for something relaxing to do this is a must try in Jamaica.

Response from Host, Apr 2023

Thank you for taking the time out to share with everyone the experience you had with SSJTOURS. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon. Yours truly JAMOY CLARKE

Best. Tour. Ever.

Treasure_J, Mar 2023
Jay was the best tour guide I have ever had in my entire life. He was knowledgeable, friendly, accommodating and very pleasant to be around. Very professional and his vehicle was very clean. Bamboo rafting was so refreshing, I learned so much about the natural foliage and freshwater fish from Mr. Lloyd. Would recommend SSJ to anyone visiting Ocho rios for this tour or any other. 10/10. He was also very willing to take us to explore other parts of the city.

Response from Host, Apr 2023

Thank you for taking the time out to share with everyone the experience you had with SSJTOURS. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon. Yours truly JAMOY CLARKE

Nice and short trip on the river

LaQuanda_E, Mar 2023
Our raft guide Jason was very nice and entertaining. The water was beautiful and it was a nicely timed trip up and back. The beach portion was beautiful and great for pictures.

Response from Host, Apr 2023

Thank you for taking the time out to share with everyone the experience you had with SSJTOURS. Looking forward to hearing from you again very soon. Yours truly JAMOY CLARKE

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