Ocho Rios Cruise Port
Ocho Rios, Jamaica · Caribbean
Cruise ships dock at Reynolds Pier — Main Cruise Berth, Ocho Rios.
Plan my port daysCaribbean cruise port on Jamaica's north coast with easy access to Dunn's River Falls and Mystic Mountain.
At a glance
Port summary
Ships dock at Reynolds Pier in the heart of Ocho Rios. Island Village (shops, Margaritaville, beach) is a 5-minute walk and the main town strip is 10 minutes on foot. Dunn's River Falls is about 4 km west — a USD 15 taxi each way. Mystic Mountain, Dolphin Cove, Konoko Falls and Blue Hole are all 10–30 minutes by taxi. Use only JUTA or licensed red-plate (PP) taxis from the port; expect persistent vendor hassle on Main Street.
Cruise docks
Reynolds Pier — Main Cruise Berth
The main cruise berth in Ocho Rios, named after the bauxite shipping pier it replaced. Two large cruise ships can berth side by side. The terminal exit opens directly onto Island Village and is a 10-minute walk to Main Street.
Latitude: 18.4078, Longitude: -77.1057
See dock on port map →Reynolds Pier — South Berth
The southern adjacent berth at Reynolds Pier, used when two ships are in port at the same time. Same terminal building and exit as the main berth.
Latitude: 18.4069, Longitude: -77.1061
See dock on port map →Getting to Ocho Rios
From the cruise terminal to the city centre
Map & things to do
Money & payments
Carry small USD bills (USD 1 / 5 / 10) for taxis and tips; cards work for sit-down meals and shopping.
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Excursions compared
4 comparedDunn's River Falls climb and Ocho Rios highlights
≈ 4 h · sold by 8 cruise lines
Cruise line
€80$89
Do it yourself
€50$56
Save ≈ €30Save ≈ $33 (38% off)
The falls are 5 km west of the cruise pier and the JUTA red-plate taxi rank is right outside the terminal — official posted RT fare is $40 USD (€36) for up to 4 passengers, so split four ways it's €10pp. Park entry is $25 USD (€23) per adult, $17 (€16) per child, payable at the gate or pre-booked at dunnsriverfallsja.com. The guided climb is included in the entry and runs continuously from 8:30 — water shoes are essential and rentable at the park for $7.
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Mystic Mountain Sky Explorer, Jamaica Bobsled and zipline combo
≈ 4.5 h · sold by 5 cruise lines
Cruise line
€155$173
Do it yourself
€120$134
Save ≈ €35Save ≈ $39 (23% off)
Mystic Mountain is 3 km east of the cruise pier (literally next door to Dunn's River Falls). JUTA taxi RT is the same $40 USD (€36) for up to 4 pax — €10pp split four ways. There's no park entry fee, you buy attraction tickets at the welcome plaza; the 'Mystic Mountain Tour' combo (Sky Explorer + Bobsled + Zipline + pool access) sits around $95-$110 (€88-100) depending on season, with bundled vs single-attraction pricing online at mysticmountain.com. Lockers and harness rental are included.
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Ready-made port days
12 plansDunn's River Falls, Climbed Your Own Way
Jamaica's most famous waterfall — the 600-foot terraced climb — for a third of the ship's excursion price and none of the schedule.
The Zero-Taxi Free Day
Everything on foot from the gangway: a free public beach, the waterfront shops and the craft market — no fare, no ticket, no clock-watching.
Mystic Mountain — Bobsled, Chairlift & Zipline
Jamaica's only rainforest adventure park is a five-minute cab from the pier: the Olympic-story bobsled, a canopy chairlift and ziplines, DIY and unrushed.
Bob Marley's Nine Mile Pilgrimage
The reggae king's birthplace and mausoleum, deep in the St. Ann hills — a long, soulful drive through Fern Gully that the ship's coach can't make more personal.
Frequently asked questions
- Where does my cruise ship dock in Ocho Rios?
- Your ship docks directly at the Ocho Rios cruise terminal in Jamaica.
- Can I walk from the cruise port into Ocho Rios?
- Yes. Ocho Rios is walkable from the cruise port — many cruisers reach the city centre on foot.
- How do I get from the cruise port to Ocho Rios centre?
- Typical options include On foot, Taxi, Shuttle bus, Local bus, Car rental. Durations and costs are listed in the transport section above.
- How much time do I need in Ocho Rios?
- Plan for at least 3 hours ashore to see Ocho Rios independently and return to the ship with a safe buffer.
- What currency is used in Ocho Rios and are cards accepted?
- Ocho Rios uses the Jamaican Dollar. Carry some cash for markets, taxis, and smaller vendors — cards aren't accepted everywhere.
- Is there Wi-Fi at the cruise port?
- Free Wi-Fi is available at the Ocho Rios cruise terminal.
- When should I be back at the ship?
- Cruise lines usually require all passengers on board about 30 minutes before scheduled departure. Confirm the exact all-aboard time on your daily programme.
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