Private Excursions from Falmouth Cruise PortJamaica starts at the pier.
Royal Caribbean and other cruise lines dock right in historic Falmouth, halfway between Montego Bay and Ocho Rios. We meet you at the pier, drive you in a private air-conditioned vehicle, and plan every route backward from your all-aboard time so you’re back on board with time to spare.
Departures from the Falmouth Pier
| Destination | Drive | Departs | Port day | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MARTHA BRAE RAFTING | ~15 MIN | AFTER DOCKING | SHORT CALL | CRUISE-SAFE |
| MONTEGO BAY HIGHLIGHTS | ~40 MIN | AFTER DOCKING | SHORT CALL | CRUISE-SAFE |
| HORSEBACK RIDE & SWIM | ASK US | MORNING | FULL DAY | CRUISE-SAFE |
| DUNN’S RIVER FALLS | ~1 HR | EARLY | FULL DAY | CRUISE-SAFE |
| BLUE HOLE SECRET FALLS | ~1 HR | EARLY | FULL DAY | CRUISE-SAFE |
| BOB MARLEY NINE MILE | ~2 HRS | EARLY | LONG CALL | CRUISE-SAFE |
Tap any destination to see the excursion. Drive times are estimates from the Falmouth pier and vary with traffic. We confirm your exact plan around your ship’s hours when you book.
Why Falmouth Is the Best-Placed Port in Jamaica
The cruise pier was built in the old Georgian town of Falmouth, famous as the first town in the Western Hemisphere to have piped water. Ocho Rios and its waterfalls are about an hour east. Montego Bay, Jamaica’s tourist capital, is under an hour west. Martha Brae rafting is just minutes from the gangway.
Many cruisers don’t get the most out of their day ashore, either because nobody planned around the ship’s timing or the plan didn’t fit what they enjoy. We know the island, the roads and the best local spots, and we fit them into a day that works for your interests, your group and your all-aboard time.
Pick Your Ticket
RiverMartha Brae River Rafting
Drift down a quiet green river on a bamboo raft with a local captain, minutes from the pier.
- Closest excursion to your ship
- Relaxed, romantic and low-effort
City & shoppingMontego Bay Tour Highlights
Sightseeing, shopping, local food and a great beach in Jamaica’s tourist capital.
- Great on a shorter port day
- Built around what you love
Bucket listHorseback Ride & Swim
A guided trail ride that ends in the sea, swimming alongside your horse.
- The photo everyone talks about
- Tell us your riding comfort level
IconicDunn’s River Falls
Climb Jamaica’s most famous waterfall hand in hand with a guide.
- The classic first-timer experience
- Bring water shoes
AdventureBlue Hole Secret Falls
Turquoise pools, rope swings and optional cliff jumps in the hills above Ocho Rios.
- Jumping is always optional
- Water shoes strongly recommended
Reggae historyBob Marley Nine Mile
Bob Marley’s birthplace and resting place in the hills of St. Ann.
- Culture beyond the beaches
- Best on a long port day
A Perfect Port Day in Falmouth
Here’s a sample waterfall day for a ship docked from 8 AM to 5 PM. We build yours around your ship’s actual hours.
Just Need a Ride? Private Transportation from the Pier.
Hire a private driver for the day and build your own adventure: waterfalls, beaches, river tubing, catamaran cruises or Montego Bay shopping. Vehicles are modern, spacious and fully air-conditioned. No deposit is required, and we accept cash, credit card and PayPal. Send your ship, date and group size for a quote.
Why Cruisers Choose Best Jamaica
We are a locally owned Jamaican company, not a reseller. Your driver-guide knows the roads, the best photo stops, and how to keep the day moving while getting you back to the ship comfortably early.
Questions Cruisers Ask Us
Where do we meet our driver at Falmouth Cruise Port?
We confirm the exact meeting spot at the Falmouth pier by WhatsApp or email before your ship arrives. Your group meets once and is guided straight to your private vehicle. Save our WhatsApp number before you go ashore so you can reach your driver directly.
How do you make sure we get back to the ship on time?
Every plan starts from your ship’s all-aboard time, not the departure time, and works backward using realistic drive times plus a comfortable return buffer. If your port hours are too tight for an excursion, we’ll tell you honestly and suggest a closer one.
Which excursions work best on a short port day?
Martha Brae River Rafting is about 15 minutes from the pier, and Montego Bay Highlights is around 40 minutes. Both leave plenty of buffer. Dunn’s River Falls and Blue Hole, about an hour away, suit a standard full port day. Bob Marley Nine Mile is best saved for a long day in port.
Can we combine two attractions in one port day?
Often, yes, when the stops share a route and your ship is in port for a full day. Send us your ship name and date on WhatsApp and we’ll tell you honestly what fits comfortably, so the end of your day stays relaxed.
How do we book and pay?
Book online or message us on WhatsApp with your ship name, date, group size and your top two excursions. We confirm your quote, meet point and timing before your cruise. No deposit is required, and you can pay by cash, credit card or PayPal.
Send Us a Postcard of the Day You Want.
A waterfall climb, a bamboo raft, a jungle swim or a reggae pilgrimage. Tell us the dream and your ship’s hours. We’ll plan the route from Falmouth, handle every mile and have you back on board with time to spare.
