Feel the Rhythm of Jamaica… the tropical beat, the pulse of the Caribbean, the very home of ‘All Right!’
The beat of reggae. The delicious, unmistakable aroma of jerk chicken over the fire. The amber shade of rum cooling over ice in your glass. This is Jamaica!! One of the jewels of the Caribbean with an endless list of fun activities, adventures, and cultural diversity just waiting to be discovered. Jamaica was recently named one of the happiest places on earth. It’s easy to see why Jamaica is on many peoples ‘to do’ list. When considering which paradise escape to choose for their next vacation destination!
In today’s blog, we’ll be focusing on Dunn’s River Falls – one of the island’s most special national wonders. Here are 4 ‘Cool’ ways to include Dunn’s River Falls during your visit to Jamaica
Cool option 1: One Love, One Heart. Come and enjoy the soul of Jamaica!
Jamaica is super well known for its reggae music and ‘cool’ island vibes. So what better way to soak up the musical and natural wonders of Jamaica than choosing to spend a day with a Bob Marley and Dunn’s River Falls excursion! A true immersion into the culture and music of the island, this day-trip will take you to Nine Mile, in the Parish of St. Ann’s for a visit to the birthplace and final resting spot of reggae icon Bob Marley. You’ll have time to see many of the beautiful, often inspiring tributes to Marley located around the village. The eclectic mix of street art, statues, and other expressions of respect keep the memory of this musical legend alive. Later a reggae show in the Marley Museum sends you back in time with some of Marley’s greatest hits, capping off your stay in Nine Mile.
After lunch at a local restaurant, you’ll head off to discover the refreshing waters of Dunn’s River Falls. This famous island landmark is a remarkable series of cascading waterfalls flowing 600 ft. down from the 180 ft. high summit into the Caribbean. Over time, the rushing waters have sculpted giant natural stair-like formations, allowing your guide to lead the way as you climb to the top in the cool waters. Along the way, you can relax in small pools where the rock formations have flattened out and snap photos of the amazing scenery surrounding you.
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Cool option 2: A perfect combination of fun and adventure in Jamaica!
If you love sailing, snorkeling, and conquering physical challenges, the Cool Runnings Dunn’s River Day Cruise will be right up your alley! Set sail on the Caribbean Sea aboard a comfortable catamaran and feel the sea breeze and tropical sun caressing your body. Later jump into warm waters for a swim and snorkel session. Discover a magical underwater world full of dazzling coral formations, diverse marine life, and schools of brightly colored fish.
Back on the catamaran, you’ll sail east and arrive at the iconic Dunn’s River Falls. You’ll disembark near the base of this famous natural wonder, whose fresh waters flow through the lush tropical rainforest of Ocho Rios along with a 600 feet series of cascades before blending into the Caribbean.
Your guide will lead you to the top of this remarkable aquatic phenomenon. Stopping along the way to relax in the refreshing waters and pose for post-card perfect snapshots. Later, back on board, Jamaica’s enticing ‘All Right’ vibe kicks in. Relax with soothing reggae favorites and ice-cold Red Stripes confirming that you’re not dreaming, you’re experiencing paradise.
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Cool option 3: The easiest way to an unforgettable Dunn’s River Falls experience!
We know that sometimes when you’re planning a shorter vacation stay. It’s a tough decision to choose an excursion day over a beach day. And with Jamaica offering so many fabulous experiences outside the resorts, the decision is even harder make. But there is a solution! A terrific Half Day Dunn’s River Fall Excursion, specifically tailored for those who are planning a shorter getaway to the ‘All Right’ island and families traveling with kids.
This half-day outing will pick you up at your resort in the morning and take you along a scenic route by the coastline on the way to Dunn’s River Falls. Your energetic guide will share some interesting info about the falls during the trip. Then lead the way as you make your way 600 ft up to the summit. Walking in the water keeps everything cool and there are pools created in the rock formations where you can take a break and lounge in the refreshing waters.
And don’t forget one of the key details of this excursion…. You’ll be back to your resort for lunch and a dip in the pool way before the sun goes down!
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Cool option 4: Double the fun with 2 aquatic activities that showcase Jamaica’s natural wonders!
A combination of adventures that offer the perfect mix of relaxation and discovery. A visit to Dunn’s River Falls, one of Jamaica’s iconic landmarks. It is a refreshing and thrilling experience that’ll have you traversing beautifully polished stone formations and relaxing in freshwater pools as you move up the 600’ ft. long series of cascades.
Then travel along the back roads of the island to reach Rafter’s Village. It will be your jumping-off point for a slow-paced trip down the Martha Brae River. It’s not Venice, it’s Jamaica-maan! Climb onto a 30-foot bamboo raft and let your fun-loving river guide navigate a 3-mile long section of the river. You can relax and keep a lookout for exotic tropical birds and animals that call the river and surrounding forest their home. Sit back, enjoy the slow pace, take a swim, and even grab an opportunity to paddle the raft. It’s not as easy as it looks so, give it a try and have a blast with this Dunn’s River Falls and Martha Brae combo excursion.
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There you go! 4 fantastic ways to include Dunn’s River Falls in your plans for your next visit to Jamaica. Click on any of the links provided for more details about each excursion or contact us at +1 (800) 895-3000 for additional tour information.
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