Ocho Rios Jamaica Tourism

Outdoor activities are plentiful in Ocho Rios, from Jeep or bicycle tours to guided raft excursions down tropical rivers where every square foot is a gorgeous photo-op. Other popular outdoor activities include horseback riding, scuba diving, deep sea fishing, and shopping the town's many duty free stores for souvenirs.

Dunn's River Falls is one of the most popular spots in Ocho Rios. Located west of downtown, the city's star waterfall is 600 feet tall, with clear turquoise pools at the base that are perfect for an afternoon dip.

To the east lies James Bond beach, named after author Ian Fleming, who called Ocho Rios home until his death in 1964. Port Antonio is further east, and features more pristine beaches as well as more of Ochee's famed waterfalls.

The former river bed called Fern Gully is another can't miss destination. Tourists can take a leisurely three mile stroll through the valley, under the shade of over 500 varieties of ferns.

Jamaican jerk chicken and pork are a must for vacationing carnivores. This spicy and flavorful local cuisine never tastes as good as it does when you eat it on the island.

One of the best things about Ocho Rios is that it stays beautiful virtually year round, making any time a good time to take a trip. The average high temperatures are generally around 85 to 90 degrees, with lows around 75 to 80. There is slightly more rain in May and early fall, though there is no actual rainy season in this tropical paradise.