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Ocho Rios Vacations: Luxury & Adventure
Ocho Rios is one of Jamaica’s leading resort destinations, bringing the best of nightlife, cuisine, and adventure. Bask on a beautiful beach, swim in the sea, or travel to Dunn’s River Falls, where you can climb the cascade or soak in the waterfall’s clear pools. Tee-off at a golf course or experience the thrills of Mystic Mountain. Whether you’re looking for an all-inclusive family vacation or a romantic escape, there’s a little something for everyone in Ocho Rios.
Ocho Rios at a Glance
Currency: Jamaican Dollar ($), though U.S. currency is widely accepted
Tipping Customs: Tip anywhere between 10-15%
Language: Jamaican Creole/Patois and English
Popular Drink: Hibiscus Tea and Rum Punch
Must Eat: Jerk Chicken and Ackee and Saltfish
Power Up: A or B (two or three-prong) 110 V
Weather: Year-round warm, tropical weather. June 1 – November 30 is hurricane season.
Best Time to Visit: November to mid-December offers the best weather and fewer crowds, though January to March are the most popular months.
Top Things to Do in Ocho Rios
Climb Dunn’s River Falls
Dunn’s River Falls is one of Jamaica’s most iconic waterfalls; climb the falls and soak in the cascade’s crystal-clear pools.
Ride a Zip Line
Adrenaline-seekers can feel the thrill of soaring over the lush landscape on one of Ocho Rios’s many zip lines.
Swim in the Blue Hole
Breathtaking blue water, cascading falls, swimming, diving, and rope swings make Blue Hole appeal to adventurers and leisure-seekers alike.
Visit Konoko Falls & Botanic Garden
Surround yourself with Jamaica’s flowers, lush trees, green ferns; see hummingbirds and parrots in the aviaries at Konoko Falls & Botanic Garden.
Bask on a Beach
Soak in the sun, swim in the sea, or try paddling the ocean in a kayak at several of the beaches around Ocho Rios.
