I no longer will have an organized group trip however you can rent a villa and still be able to have an excellent time. The following trips could be available for future trips. Kenroy and family will be offering their van and bus for group trips. There will problably be a 1/2 day charge vs paying indivigually. Best time for a trip is after breakfast starting at 11:30 am and back by 5:00 pm or earlier.
Ochos Rios (Falls included)—$25.00 U.S. per person to climb the falls, $20.00 if you don’t climb. Children $20.00. Cost includes entrance fee ($20.00 for adults) and tip. You will no longer pay in advance, you must pay at the falls. A small resort town, 1 hour away with a straw market and duty free shopping. Monday 11:30 AM – 5 PM. Time for shopping followed by 1-1/2 hours at Dunn’s River Falls for climbing, watching and photos. This is a must for the first time visitor. Bring sneakers or rent water shoes for climbing. You will get wet and you can change at the falls. I need at least 10 persons between the two Ochos Rios trips to schedule this trip.
At this time there is no trip for just Ochos Rios shopping unless we get more people interested. We have one couple as of today.
Ochos Rios (No falls)--No charge. Mon. 11:30 AM – 5 PM. Visit Ochos Rios for up to 3 hours of shopping (Straw market and duty free stores). This trip is flexible. Margaritaville is a good place to visit where there could be a small entrance fee ($5). You go on the same bus as the falls but skip the falls and stay longer in town to shop. I need at least 10 persons between the two Ochos Rios trips to schedule this trip. For the past few years both Ochos Rios trips have been combined into one trip.
Konoko Falls – A non tourist falls 15 minutes past Ochos Rios. Normally not climbing due to safety. Excellent garden tour for $20 per person. Also a small zoo. Normally an hour stop for shopping is included. Cancelled for 2022.
Pottery – No charge. Wednesday, 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM. A visit to a local pottrey, operated by a world known artist, David Pinto. The pottery is a good quality and rough in appearance. Only 30 minutes away. Countryside trip, bring cash no cc,, inventory varies. You can check it out at: www.jamaicaclay.com. I need at least 6 persons and a smaller vehicle to schedule this trip.
Rafting— Approximately $125 plus tip per two-person raft. You will pay at the river, cash only. Wednesday, 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM. A leisurely 2 hour trip rafting down the Martha Brae River (3 miles) which is 20 minutes away. I need at least 6 persons and a vehicle to schedule this trip. We have one couple at this time and need a total o 6 persons.
Falmouth—No charge. Thursday or Friday, 11:30 AM– 3:00 PM. A small historic town 20 minutes away. It has a large grocery store, several tourist shops, local shops and a bakery. This is the location of the new port in northern Jamaica and there will be many new “tourist” areas. There is one afternoon trip scheduled for Thursday or Friday. I need at least 10 persons and a vehicle to schedule this trip. Cancelled for 2022.
Duncan’s–No charge. Available every morning Monday – Friday. Small town only 10 minutes away. Grocery store with liquor, beer and food items available. Also in town are a post office, bakery and hardware store. Small food gifts to take home are available. Sign up required by vill for Monday and Tuesday visits at 8:15 and 9:00 am. Wednesday – Friday visits will drive around and pick up starting around 8;45 am.
Brownstown – A small local town 35 minutes away. Not a tourist town. Large outdoor market and several stores. This can be seen on the interior trip. I need at least 6 persons and a vehicle to schedule this trip as a separate trip, $15 per person prepaid. Cancelled for 2022 but could be added to Bob Marley trip. Also could be part of the interior trip if we get enough persons.
Zip Line –$90 per person. 10% discount if there are 10 or more persons. Located close to Ochos Rios with 9 lines. They pick up, half day trip. Currently not scheduled. They supply the transportation. Approximate cost is $90 per person. I need a person to volunteer to be in charge of this trip. That person needs to confirm the price, collect the money and get a time/day and confirm transportation. Cancelled for 2022.
Kiki Rouge – No charge. Tuesday night, 8 PM to 11 PM estimate. A small local bar off the main road, a group favorite, owned by our bus driver’s wife (Margaret). One or two trips up, several trip back, contact Ken Roy and Pat Callahan for more information.
Pat’s Bar Tour – An afternoon of bar hopping ( All local bars – Jamaican money is suggested). Might start around noon and last till 5 or 6 pm. You could miss the start of dinner. Normally no charge however if we need to secure a bus or van the charge or donation to driver is $10 per person. This trip is normally on on Wednesday or Thursday afternoon.
Massage from Lorna – 1 hour ($60) or ½ hour ($30). Lorna is a masseuse who will visit your villa. She does a great job and offers other items such as facials, body scrub and reflex ology. A great way to start your vacation! I will take a preliminary count prior to the trip. Phone 876-857-8331. Facials – 1 hour ($60) and manicure / pedicure combo for $40 may be available. Check the massage listing under trips for more information.
Shops at Rose Hall – No charge. 11:30 to 2:30 PM. Luxury shopping at a new shopping center: http://www.rosehall.com/realestate_newdev_shoppes.html. 24 stores with Duty Free and other stores. I need 10 or more persons to schedule this trip.
Bob Marley’s Home and Grave – $15 prepaid fee per person for this trip; Also $20 admission into his home. Scheduled. Could have two trips. I must have a small vehicle to operate this trip. You travel inland through small towns to the home of Bob Marley. Travel though Brownsville. Excellent trip but long, 1.5 hrs each way. You may have other requested stops.
Snorkeling and Fishing— Locally at Silver Sands. A boat can be rented with a local. Reef 1/2 mile out. Price negotiable ($15 per person for 90 minutes or so. Gear can usually be rented for $15. You may be able to rent equipment at CCV office. Local fisherman will take 2-3 persons on a small boat to fish. Cost approximately $25 per person. You can keep some of the fish for your cook to prepare with dinner.
Goat Farm—A trip to a local goat farm 15 minutes away. Check out the baby goats. Buy goat products including cheese. Day to be picked. $5.00 tip or donation for tour. Max 2 hours. Scheduled.
Green Grotto Caves – Local caves, tour 20 minutes away. $20. Max 2 hours.$25 fee to enter.
Interior Trip – Full afternoon trip, can include Brownstown. Need at least 6 persons. $15 per person to cover gas. Cancelled for 2023.
Private van rental with driver – $200 for 1/2 day afternoon trip. Can take 12 comfortably, 15 max.
“My Silver Sands” Office: Contact them at the beach office for the following information or check information on their web site: Horseback riding, internet access, Golf in Jamaica, Mountain to Sea, Bike Adventure, Scuba Diving, Deep Sea Fishing and several other items. I may still have a contact for fishing. I may be able to get you round trip transporting for local golf at a rate of $150 for the group.
