Nine Mile, Optional Lagoon

Dunn's River Falls, Bob Marley 9 Mile - Optional Lagoon Tour

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9 - 10 hours, lunch included, free cancellation.

from $149 per person

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Duration: 9 - 10 hours
Meeting point: Confirmed after booking
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Meal: Meal included
Run by: Holiday Services

Overview

Three of Jamaica's best known sights get packed into a single long day on this excursion from Holiday Services. First comes the guided climb up Dunn's River Falls, a tiered waterfall where guides lead everyone up through the rock pools, with a swim stop along the way. After the falls, the day continues with a tour of the town of Ocho Rios, souvenir shopping and a typical Jamaican lunch. From there the route turns inland through market towns and hills to 9 Mile, the village where Bob Marley was born and where he is buried, with the story of his childhood and rise to fame told on site.

The day does not have to end there. An optional upgrade adds a stop at Joe James Restaurant and Art Gallery for a family style dinner, then a boat ride after sunset on the Luminous Lagoon, where agitated water glows from microscopic organisms, a phenomenon the listing says exists in only a handful of places worldwide. The tour runs 9 to 10 hours in total, so it suits people who want maximum sights in one day rather than a relaxed single stop. One reviewer pointed out the drives are a chance to see parts of Jamaica most visitors never reach. Bring swimwear, a towel and rubber soled shoes or aqua socks, which are required for the climb and available to buy on site.

What's Included

Included

Transportation by air-conditioned car, bus or mini-coach with professional driver
Entrance fees for Dunn's River Falls and 9 Mile
Lunch
If Luminous Option is selected, entry to the Luminous Lagoon and dinner are included

Not Included

Gratuities (optional)

Itinerary

Meet your guideThe tour uses one of several meeting points depending on the option selected; check availability for details.
Climb Dunn's River FallsWith a guide's help, climb the full height of the tiered waterfall, stopping to swim in the rock pools along the way.
Ocho Rios and lunchTake a tour of the town with time for souvenir shopping and a typical Jamaican lunch.
Drive to 9 MileTravel through small market towns and hills to Bob Marley's birthplace and final resting place, with the story of his childhood and rise to stardom told on site.
Dinner and art gallery (optional)If the lagoon option is selected, stop at Joe James Restaurant and Art Gallery for an included family style Jamaican dinner.
Luminous Lagoon cruise (optional)Shortly after sunset, board a boat across the lagoon and watch the water light up as it is disturbed, with a chance to swim.

What To Expect From The Tour

This is a full day with walking, climbing, swimming and long drives, so a little preparation goes a long way.

Footwear. Rubber soled shoes or aqua socks are required for the falls climb. They can be purchased on site if you do not bring your own.
Getting wet. You will get wet on the falls climb, so plan accordingly and bring a towel. A towel and swimwear are on the listing's what to bring list.
Long day. The full excursion runs 9 to 10 hours. One traveller noted the time in the vehicle is a plus, since you pass through parts of Jamaica you would not otherwise see.
Swim at the lagoon. The listing notes the glow appears when the water is agitated, and one reviewer who took the lagoon cruise recommended getting in the water rather than watching from the boat. The stop comes after sunset.
Meeting point. There are several meeting points depending on the option chosen. Check availability on the listing for the one that applies to your booking.
Food. Lunch is included on the standard tour, and the lagoon option adds dinner at Joe James Restaurant. Gratuities are not included and are optional.

Common issues. Pickup is not included with this product, so travellers need to arrange their own way to the meeting point. One reviewer said their driver was driving quite wildly until they asked him to drive safely, after which it went fine. The falls climb takes some nerve according to one traveller, and one reviewer mentioned shoes and a phone case as purchases on site.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Price?

Transport by air conditioned vehicle with a professional driver, entrance fees for Dunn's River Falls and 9 Mile, and lunch are all included. If you select the lagoon option, entry to the Luminous Lagoon and dinner are also included. Gratuities are optional and not included.

Is Hotel Pickup Included?

No, pickup is not included with this tour. There are several meeting points and the one you use depends on the option you select, so check availability when booking.

How Long Is The Tour?

The excursion runs 9 to 10 hours. That covers the falls climb, Ocho Rios and lunch, the drive to 9 Mile and back, and, with the lagoon option, dinner and the after sunset boat ride.

What Should I Bring?

Bring swimwear and a towel. Rubber soled shoes or aqua socks are required for climbing the falls and can be bought on site if needed.

Is The Falls Climb Difficult?

The listing describes it as an easy climb with the guide's help that everyone can enjoy. That said, one reviewer said it takes a bit of courage, and the required footwear is there for a reason.

Can I Cancel?

Yes, you can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. The cancellation terms on the booking page have the details.