Jamaica · Waterfall Tours

Dunn's River Falls & Luminous Lagoon Guided Tour from Montego Bay

9 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Montego Bay. Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Climb the famous Dunn’s River Falls in a guided human chain
  • 02 Cruise across the glowing waters of the Luminous Lagoon
  • 03 Enjoy a family-friendly day trip from Montego Bay
  • 04 Stop for photos and relaxation along the falls
  • 05 Hear local history and legends during the journey
  • 06 Pass by Rose Hall Great House and Greenwood Great House
  • 07 Round-trip transport and admissions included

Experience two of Jamaica’s most memorable natural attractions in one guided day trip from Montego Bay. Climb the famous terraced cascades of Dunn’s River Falls with the support of experienced falls guides, then head to Falmouth to witness the glowing waters of the Luminous Lagoon on an evening boat ride.

Along the way, enjoy scenic coastal sightseeing and hear stories about landmarks including Rose Hall Great House and Greenwood Great House. With transportation and admissions included, this family-friendly tour combines adventure, scenery, and a touch of Jamaican legend in a single day.

Get your cameras ready to take photos of the fishes as they pass by with a glow!

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Montego Bay, Falmouth
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Dunn's River Falls

A rare experience awaits you as your tour guide take you to the world famous Dunns River Falls where you climb the falls in a human chain led by experienced Falls Guides. On your arrival at Dunns River Falls Park, we take you to meet with your resident guide, go through the briefing, sign the waiver form and get on with the fun at hand. Dunn's River Falls Park is the perfect environment for fun and relaxation for the entire family. There is a delightful new discovery around every corner. Your friendly resident guide will walk you do to the beach where the tour starts. The total climb from the beach to the top is approximately 600ft (183 meters). There are pools along the way where you will stop for photo shoots and frolicking. Allow the cascades to hug you while you make your way up. Pause at the 'massage parlor' and experience the soothing effects of the water as it cascades to the sea. If you are unable to complete the climb it's no problem - there are exit points along the way – we only recommend that you make your way to the finish where you will meetup with the rest of your group. For the less brave - live vicariously. View the activities of the more intrepid from the "safe" vantage point of the terrace or deck. Your total time at Dunns River Falls will be approx. 1 hour 45 minutes. Feel free to ask your tour guide just to point out the areas of the falls that featured in the James Bond movie (Doctor No).

Luminous Lagoon

Glistening Waters in Falmouth is home to the rare wonder, the Luminous Lagoon adventure. As you get on the terrace you will be greeted by a Glistening Waters Representative who welcomes you and take you directly to the bar where you are served a healthy drink of rum punch or fruit punch (take your pick). You will also be feted briefly with age-old Jamaican dance moves - a mix of the African and British dance cultures (Entertainment is temporarily suspended). At the end of the entertainment, which is about 6:45pm you will board your boat (The boats have low sides and outboard engines) and set out for a one hour adventure. Get your cameras ready to take photos of the fishes as they pass by with a glow! Word has it that if you swim in the water it makes you look 10 years younger! Be sure to take your swimsuits and towels along with you in case you wish to take a short swim. Your captain is very knowledgeable and will give you all the history - feel free to engage.

Rose Hall Great House

This Rose Hall Great House is an early 18th century plantation home that sits on a high elevation on thousands of acres in Rose Hall, Montego Bay. The Rose Hall Great House was once owned by the famous and certainly one of the wickedest plantation owners to walk the land of Jamaica, Annie Palmer. She owned hundreds of slaves. Annie Palmer managed to kill three of her four husbands – she was strangled by the fourth. This house became haunted after her gruesome death in 1831. The house is scary to look at even in the daytime. On this tour there is no stop at the Rose Hall Haunted Mansion however, your tour guide will tell you the history and slow down so that you can take photos.

Greenwood Great House

The Greenwood Great House (Plantation home) was constructed in the early 18th Century. Like most, if not all the other Great Houses in Jamaica, the Greenwood Great House was built at high elevation. One could say that this was a strategy used back in the plantation era as a means of overlooking the plantation and also for security purposes. This house, unlike the Rose Hall Great House, is not haunted but of a more peaceful and relaxingatmosphere. The history and thearchitecture of the house is what will blow you away. As you pass by, feel free to take photos when your tour guide slows down.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Montego Bay. 2 cities · 9 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by air-conditioned bus
  • Local taxes
  • Admissions

What's Not Included

  • Lunch (available to purchase)
  • Beverages
  • Gratuities
  • DVD (available to purchase)
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Know before you go

  • WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
  • STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
  • INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infant meals not included
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Dress code is casual
  • It is recommended that you bring cash, a towel, a bathing suit, comfortable clothing, water shoes and a camera
  • Not recommended for participants with back problems. Use your discretion
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Child car seats available
  • A minimum of 4 persons are required for this tour to take place. Tour may be rescheduled, another option suggested or canceled if we do not meet the minimum number of persons required.
  • Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, customer may be prevented from participating if found to be intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
  • There is a possibility that the pickup time might be changed base on the local traffic or inclement weather conditions.
  • • Dress code is casual • Please note: entrance tickets and transport included. This voucher will not be accepted if presented directly at the venue. • Take cash, camera, towels, water shoes/sneakers, change of clothing, swimsuit. • Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund. • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund • Minimum drinking age is 18 years • Dunns River Falls not recommended for participants with back problems so use your discretion. • Dunns River Falls not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions • Dunns River Falls not recommended for pregnant women
  • We pickup from most Montego Bay hotels. All travelers are required to contact us at least 24 hours prior to the day of the tour to reconfirm your booking and arrange your pickup at a central location.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Montego Bay.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Montego Bay.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 9 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Montego Bay..

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