🚐 Day Trips & Tours

Make a day of it. From rivers to rum, discover Jamaica beyond the beach.

The Mabella is your perfect home base for day adventures. Whether you want to zip through jungle canopies, soak in a mineral spring, or tour a working rum estate, there’s a curated tour or DIY itinerary ready to go.

Our team can help book trusted local guides, arrange transport, or offer tips for going on your own.

🌴 Highlighted Day Trips
🎶 Bob Marley Nine Mile Tour (1 hr 30 mins)

Journey into the hills of St. Ann to Bob Marley’s birthplace and final resting place. Guided tours take you through his childhood home and showcase the roots of reggae, Rastafarian culture, and Jamaican resistance.

Tip: Combine with Fern Gully or a local lunch stop for a full day out.

🐎 Chukka Good Hope Estate (1 hr 30 mins)

Ride ATVs, zipline through treetops, tube down the Martha Brae, or relax in a mineral pool — all at one lush, historic estate.
Adventure + wellness. Family-friendly. Full-day or half-day options.

🛶 Rafting on the Martha Brae (1 hr 15 mins)

Float gently down the Martha Brae River on a handcrafted bamboo raft guided by a local “captain.” Peaceful, scenic, and full of folklore.
Great for couples, seniors, or mellow explorers. Book ahead in peak season.

🥃 Appleton Estate Rum Tour (2 hrs 15 mins)

A must for rum lovers. Tour the working distillery, learn about the cane-to-cup process, and sample award-winning Jamaican rums in a tropical valley setting.
Adults only. Consider pairing with lunch in nearby Black River.

💧 Milk River Bath (2 hrs 30 mins)

Soak in one of the Caribbean’s most mineral-rich natural springs, long believed to help with skin, joints, and relaxation.
Rustic but authentic. Go early in the day and bring towels.

🚌 Group Tour Ideas

Ask us about trusted local operators for:

  • Ocho Rios combo tours (Falls + beach + lunch)
  • Port Antonio escapes (Blue Lagoon + Frenchman’s Cove)
  • Bob Marley Nine Mile tour (Birthplace + museum + mountain views)
  • Farm-to-table experiences on local properties
💡 Planning Tips
  • Many tours include pick-up from the hotel or nearby
  • Bring cash, ID, and sun protection
  • Most activities are available year-round
  • Weekdays tend to be less crowded
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🗓️ Custom Day Plans

Prefer something private or low-key? We’ll help you map out:

  • A self-drive route
  • A custom half-day tour with a driver
  • What to pack, when to leave, and what to skip

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