Excursions from Sandals Dunn's River and Sandals Ocho Rios All Inclusive Resorts in Jamaica

 

Both Sandals Dunn's River and Sandals Ocho Rios Resorts offer many options for those looking to travel off the resort.  Below are some descriptions and pictures of trips I've taken or heard good things about.  In all cases check at the tour desk at Sandals Dunn's River or Sandals Ocho Rios for specific pricing and times.

 

Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville Ocho Rios

Dunn's River Fall's Tour - This tour takes to you  a park which is Dunn's River Falls.  Here you can rent climbing shoes and you will be taken to the bottom of the Dunn's River Falls by two or three guides.  These guides will assist your group in climbing the falls.  The guides also take pictures with your camera along the way at several mini-falls stops.  I saw many people who I would not assume could or would make the climb but they were successful and had a lot of fun.  Lockers are available for rental and be prepared to tip your driver, tour guide and the Dunn's River Falls guides.  All will deserve your gratuity.  The downside is that you must run the gauntlet of pushy craft sellers.  These merchants will grab you and try to get you to shop in their store.  They are the most aggressive I've experienced but in all cases a persistent no thank you will get you moving again.  For those interested in their wares this can be a great place to exercise your bargaining skills.  For more pictures check out my Dunn's River Falls page.

 

 
Dunn's River Falls
Taj Mahal - Margaritaville Trip - The Taj Mahal is a new shopping center / concert area / public beach in Ocho Rios.  For those who want to shop in a low pressure, air conditioned no-haggle environment, this is the place.  Don't let the previous statement lead you to believe its expensive however.  We found great prices on jewelry, clothing and coffee.  At the center of the mall is a nice concert area where reggae bands play.  At the end is a public beach with kyakk rentals.  Also at the end is Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville.  This is a nice place with a great outdoor deck for eating.  Inside is a pool with waterslide and swim up bar.  Something for everyone here.  For more pictures check out my Margaritaville page. Shopping Ocho Rios Jamaica
Blue Mountain Bike Tour -  This is an all day tour that takes you by bus to the top of the Blue Mountains of Jamaica.  Here you can purchase genuine Blue Mountain coffee from the source for about $10.00 per pound.  Then you hop on mountain bikes and coast down the mountain to a cove where you can swim to cool off.  Bikes, Helmets and experienced guides are provided.  This is a great trip for those who want to see the "Real" Jamaica as opposed to the setup tourist establishments.
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