Green Grotto Caves Excursion from Ocho Rios

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Entrance — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

The Green Grotto Caves, known at various times as the Runaway Bay Caves, are among Jamaica's most prominent natural attractions. Having seen visitors since the 18th century, the Green Grotto Caves have earned international acclaim.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: El Sol Vida

Ages: Children (3–12 years) · Adults (13–70 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Included: Hotel/port pickup and drop-off

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Not included: Lunch
Not included: Drinks

Itinerary

Green Grotto Caves

1 h 30 min Admission included

Here guest will discover cave paintings, tools and fragments of pottery that indicates the original inhabitants of the caves were the Taino Indians who would have used the caves for shelter.

The next known inhabitants were the Spanish who, at the time of the British invasion of Jamaica (in 1655), hid in the caves to avoid capture. There is an underground tunnel which links the caves to the sand at Runaway Bay. It is believed that the Spanish used the tunnel in their attempt to escape the Island and flee to Cuba. Runaway slaves have also used the caves to hide from their former masters. During World War 2, Rum barrels were stored here for safekeeping by the Jamaican Government.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Mystic Ridge Resort
Hermosa Cove - Jamaica's Villa Hotel
Jewel Dunn's River Beach Resort & Spa
Couples Sans Souci
Ocho Rios Cruise Port
Sandals Ochi
Moon Palace Jamaica
Sandcastles Jamaica
Village Hotel
Sandals Royal Plantation
Hotel Riu Ocho Rios
Jamaica Inn Hotel

and 3 more pickup points

Using your ticket

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
If you have not already specified, you MUST advise supplier as soon as possible your Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and departure time so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
Not recommended for pregnant women
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions

Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time

Tour departs within walking distance of the cruise port