15 Martha Brae Rafting Tours in Falmouth: Which One to Book First

1.Jamaica Martha Brae Bamboo Rafting with Bus Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 559 reviews · from $134Our pick

Travel from Montego Bay in an air-conditioned vehicle to the Martha Brae River, where a local captain guides two people on a 30-foot bamboo raft for at least an hour. Drivers such as Leon, Roger, and Everald add helpful Jamaican context along the way. Bring cash for drinks, snacks, coconuts, and souvenirs.

“This was our favorite experience of the trip. The driver was super friendly and kind. He explained the process and walked us down to the raft. Rafting was very peaceful. We purchased coconut water from one of the sellers on the side of the river. It was pretty neat to watch her chop open the coconut. Overall this was a great experience and I can see why it’s so popular.”

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2.Martha Brae River Rafting Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 72 reviews · from $145

Travel from Montego Bay to Falmouth in a private, air-conditioned vehicle, then spend about 90 minutes on a bamboo raft beneath the Martha Brae’s shady trees. Your raft captain shares local folklore and points out plants, wildlife, and rock shapes. Guides such as Dailey, Johnson, and Recardo are praised for their calm, friendly approach.

“Pro Tip: Schedule for the am. We got there at about 10am. We literally had the ENTIRE RIVER to ourselves. We got Great Pictures, no other rafts in the background, and it made for a relaxing memorable experience. Our Driver Kevin, went above and beyond to insure our trip was great. If you book request Kevin. Great conversation, very knowledgeable, and very tentative to our needs. Thanks again.”

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3.Private Roundtrip Transportation to Martha Brae Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 40 reviews · from $52Best value

Ride from your Montego Bay hotel, Airbnb, or cruise port to Martha Brae Rafting Village in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. Drivers such as Dave, Delroy, Pringle, and Jogotto are praised for safe driving, humor, and local insight. Rafting fees are paid separately at the river.

“Best experience ever! Our tour guide for the raft was Green. He is awesome and made the tour ever so relaxing. Our driver was Dane. Also pleasant and we stopped for lunch along the way. Highly recommend this experience.”

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4.Martha Brae Rafting Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · from $140

You’ll ride a handmade bamboo raft down Jamaica’s calm Martha Brae River with a personal raft captain, then return by private vehicle. Pickup, rafting admission, and hotel drop-off are included. Drivers such as Dwight and Claude add island history along the way, while captains explain plants, birds, and local life.

“Great experience. Raft captain 49 Franky was great. Gave us a great insight to Martha Brae and was very knowledgable. Highly recommended.”

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5.Rafting on the Martha Brae

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · from $150

You’ll ride a comfortable bamboo raft along the peaceful Martha Brae River while your captain handles the route. Rudy Knows Jamaica Tours provides private, air-conditioned transfers from Montego Bay hotels or cruise ports. Captains such as Renaldo, also called Rasta Pasta, may add folk songs, local stories, photos, fruit, and a limestone massage.

“Our trip to Jamaica was amazing, thanks to our excellent driver! He was friendly, professional, and made us feel safe the whole time. The ride was smooth, and they shared great local tips and facts. Highly recommend!”

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6.Martha Brae Bamboo River Rafting With Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews

Travel from Montego Bay to Trelawny in an air-conditioned vehicle, then ride a bamboo raft down the slow-moving Martha Brae River. Your raft captain shares local folk tales as you pass lush river scenery. Private transportation and raft fees are included for your party of up to two. Driver Orlando is noted for warm, family-like service.

“We had a very good driver. He was just wonderful. Orlando is his name. He treated us like family. I will recommend him to friends”

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7.Martha Brae Bamboo Rafting Tranquil Peace Of Mind

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · from $122

You’ll ride a bamboo raft for two on Jamaica’s Martha Brae River while your guide paddles and shares local stories. Down To Earth Tours LLC provides hotel or port pickup, entry fees, and a private outing. Hosan has also helped guests capture photos and videos during the ride.

“The posting on Viator is a bit misleading. They advertise this excursion as two different Bamboo Rafting experiences. I use the booking agent provided by Viator to help book this excursion and they never indicated to me that it was either MRead more”

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8.Bamboo Rafting Experience on the Martha Brea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $125

From Montego Bay, you’ll ride in an air-conditioned vehicle to the Martha Brae River, then board a 30-foot bamboo raft for about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Your licensed captain can share Jamaican history, point out birds and river plants, and let you try the pole. Captains include Bunny, Calvin, and Sean.

“Driver was on time and courteous. Drive enjoyable. They walked us through the registration process and checked on us along the way. Rafting was super relaxing.”

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9.An Evening on the Lagoon: Martha Rafting, Luminous Lagoon and Falmouth Highlight

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 16 reviews · from $240

Spend about six hours with a driver-guide exploring Jamaica by water and road. Raft the Martha Brae, visit Falmouth, eat lunch, then take a boat onto the glowing Luminous Lagoon. Bring swimwear, a towel, and a jacket. Groups can reach 30 people.

“Rafting on the Martha Brae was such a nice relaxing experience. Our captain was very friendly and fun, and even let us "drive." The Luminous Lagoon tour was also a fun experience with great captains. The disconnect is the space allowed in Read more”

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10.Martha Brae River Rafting Private trip

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 14 reviews · 4 hours

You’ll ride a 30-foot bamboo raft with a local raftsman on the calm Martha Brae River, surrounded by rainforest plants and flowers. Your private booking includes transportation, not the rafting entry fee. Allow four hours, including about 45 minutes each way from Montego Bay, and bring cash for the separate admission charge.

“Absolutely wonderful. My first time doing it with my partner and she was amazed by the view and how the guide control his raft only doing it for only 2 years as his own captain. It’s something definitely worth trying and doing again”

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11.(Martha Brae River) Bamboo Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $60

Travel from Montego Bay to the Martha Brae River in a private vehicle, then board a guided bamboo raft for a calm 90-minute ride. Expect a welcome drink, life vest, river views, music, photo stops, optional swimming, and chances to buy food, drinks, or souvenirs. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

“This tour was fabulous. The driver was very good and accommodating to our needs. Would recommend. The rafting was quiet and serene.”

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12.Martha Brea Rafting Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 3 hours · from $160

Travel by air-conditioned vehicle to the Martha Brae River in Cornwall County, then take a private, three-hour bamboo rafting trip with an English-speaking guide. Kevin has guided some outings. Expect calm water, lush riverbanks, local plant and animal stories, refreshments, and a soothing foot massage afterward.

“was very relaxing peaceful i would definitely do this when im back in jamaica”

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13.Martha Brae Rafting, Horseback Riding and Luminous Lagoon – Triple Treat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $293

Spend 5 to 7 hours on a private Montego Bay outing with RPT Tours Jamaica. You’ll raft three miles on the Martha Brae, ride and swim at Braco Stables, stop for optional jerk food, and finish at the glowing Luminous Lagoon. Jo may also handle airport transfers, as well as the tour itself.

“My best friend and I went to Jamaica for my birthday. Jo was not only our excursion guide but also our airport transport. He made the experience so memorable. He went above and beyond to make sure my birthday trip was nothing short of Read more”

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14.Martha Brae River Rafting & Luminous Lagoon Private Tour Falmouth

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $195

Spend 4 to 6 hours with a private driver-guide traveling from your hotel to Martha Brae Rafting Village and Luminous Lagoon. You’ll float beneath river trees on a bamboo raft, then take a twilight boat ride through glowing water. Ask if Oraine is available, since he is praised for punctuality, local insight, flexibility, and care.

“Oraine is amazing! Kind, easy to chat with, professional, and knowledgeable! We'd take any of his tours. You won't be disappointed!”

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15.#1 Martha brea bamboo rafting

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 5 reviews · from $150

Travel from your Montego Bay hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle to the Martha Brae River. Your raft captain guides a quiet three-mile float for about two hours, pointing out indigenous plants, local wildlife, and area history. The package includes transportation and entrance, with only your party on the private raft.

“Never made it they were closed when we got there. We arrived and the place was closed. I never got the experience”

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