Green Grotto Caves Tours | Ocho Rios Sightseeing Tours, Jamaica

Green Grotto Caves

The Green Grotto Caves are Jamaica's most prominent natural attractions with visitors of international repute dating back as far as the 18th century. Green Grotto is 1,525 metres long and 12 metres deep and is characterised by numerous chambers and light holes and a subterranean lake - the Grotto Lake - occupies its bowels. The caves can also be identified with that period between the two world wars where they were used by smugglers running arms to Cuba.

Columbus Park

At Columbus Park Museum in nearby Discovery Bay, where the explorer first dropped anchor off Jamaica, you can view a water wheel used to power a sugarcane mill, as well as a canoe hollowed Arawak-style from a log. You'll see a tally, used to count bananas carried on men's heads from plantation to ship, as well as a planter's strongbox with a weighted lead base to prevent its theft.

Dunns River Falls

Take a trip to Dunns River Falls located in Ocho Rios a few miles from the city center and one of the major tourist attraction in Jamaica. The Dunns River Falls cascade over smooth lime stone rocks, through the tropical rain forest all the way to the beach. The falls are made up of limestone which tiers gradually allowing you to climb from the beach to the top, taking some of the most spectacular scenery along the way. Climb up the Dunns River Falls in a human chain led by an experience guide, who will also take your camera and pictures as you climb.

Fern Gully

Take a drive through Fern Gully, which is a protected national treasure that run for three miles through a scenic stretch of road into Ocho Rios. Over 300 species of fern can be found in this dark, shaded gorge almost 3 miles in length. At one time it was a stream that had cut a deep valley in the mountain and over time has been populated with dense rain forest vegetation, including many varieties of ferns, hence the name Fern Gully.

Ocean on The Ridge

Ocean on The Ridge is Jamaica's newest tourist venue with some of the most breathtaking views across the town of Ocho Rios and the bay. Located a few mile in the hills of Ocho Rios, where you can sit back and soak up the sun, beautiful scenery, enjoy some great Jamaican cuisine and refreshment. Oceans on the Ridge is a great venue for performers and live entertainment, the local bands play the best in Calypso and Reggae music. Not just a venue for great picture opportunities.

Ocho Rios Beach

Relax on one of Ocho Rios beaches where you will be able to relax in peace and comfort while you soak up the Jamaican sunshine. The beaches have all the facilities that you come to expect including beach chairs, picnic facilities, showers, changing rooms and lifeguards. You can also enjoy some Jamaican cuisine and refreshment while you relax. Water sport activities are available for those who want a bit of fun including glass bottom boat ride, snorkelling, scuba diving, para sailing and deep sea fishing for those on longer trips.

Ocho Rios Shopping

Enjoy a shopping trip to one of the many duty free shopping centers and craft markets in Ocho Rios. Where you will find the largest collection of gift items, t-shirts, craft items, wood carvings, liqueur, ceramics, Jamaican Rum, brand name jewelry and watches. Take a look around some of the best shopping places in Ocho Rios including Island Village, Taj Mahal Shopping Center, Soni's Plaza, Island Plaza, Ocean Village, and Craft Market. Visit the newest entertainment complex the Reggae Explosion museum, restaurants and pharmacy.

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