Taste of Jamaica Food Tour from Ocho Rios
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Taste of Jamaica Food Tour from Ocho Rios
By Marvyn's Paradise Tours
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Ages 0-99, max of 15 per group
Duration: 4h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Live commentary on board
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Entry/Admission - Marvyn's Paradise Tours
What's not included- Drinks
- tips
- Start:Traveler pickup offered.
- Ocho Rios, Ocho Rios, Saint Ann Parish, JamaicaWe pick up 9 am by Ocho Rios Jerk Village
Pickup details- We pick up from all resort, villas, B&B and Guest houses in and around Ocho Rios
Port pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.- Ocho Rios Cruise Terminal, CV5Q+MQX, Turtle Beach Rd, Ocho Rios, Jamaica
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 20620P6- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Maximum amount of people per booking 15
- Most travelers can participate
- We pick up from other locations outside of Ocho Rios for an additional charge
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 20620P6
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- 1Chauffeur driven is a fully Air- conditioned van, with a knowledgably Guide/ Driver who will ensure you have a great time while educating you on our culture and people, sampling our exotic fruits on the island, stop for great photo opportunities and take you for authentic Jamaican Jerk Chicken or Pork ' A must have" . we end the day with shopping or take you back to your resort or cruise PortPass byFern Gully
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- 375saras0 contributionsSecond time touring with Marvyn’s Paradise Tours, definitely recommend and will be booking again - amazing team !Second time touring with Marvyn’s Paradise Tours. Exceptional service and experience throughout - booking, communication, pick up, comfort of Minivan, driver, actual tours, safety/security, drop off at port on time…everything was perfect. Our guide/driver was superb, he picked us up in Falmouth and took us to Ocho Rios - LOVED Dunns River Falls, Bamboo Rafting was great too, very calming and chilled. IMPORTANT: We toured with this company in June 2019 and Aug 2024 - both times Marvyn himself called to check in with us just after pick up and to welcome us to Jamaica - superb personal / VIP service, excellent tours and an amazing experience…we would definitely recommend and will be booking again when we return. Thanks Marvyn, you have a fantastic team !Written September 5, 2024
- sashamH5456NP0 contributionsAmazing!!I would just like to take to time to say a massive thank you to Marvyn for his amazing organisation in ensuring there was no wait time for me and my family after travelling for 10hrs coming from United Kingdom, our driving was awaiting our arrival at Montego Bay airport, he was friendly and very accommodating to our families needs ensuring we arrived at our villa promptly and safely, at the end of our family vacation we also used Marvyn’s transports to take us back to the airport and that was also stress free, our driver arrived the allocated time he said he would be and we arrived back at the airport safe and sound, thank you again for the pleasurable service.Written August 20, 2024
- Sunshine183053718400 contributionsGreat transportation and tour!My family and I recently went on a tour in Jamaica, and it was incredible! Our guide was knowledgeable, professional and friendly and charismatic. The tour covered Dunn Rivers Falls and a lunch stop. We had a wonderful experience, and it was so smooth booking thru Marvyn's Paradise Tours. We highly recommend Marvyn, and look forward to booking with them again in the future!Written August 17, 2024
- cavinw20240 contributionsMarvin’s paradise tours absolutely fantastic from booking to pick up friendly service with a smile would always recommenBooked a airport transfer communication was The pick-up went very smoothly. We were a little earlier for the pick-up, got our bags and through security fairly quickly. We contacted the driver and he was there waiting and came to pick us up quickly, He was very helpful with our bags and the trip from the airport to our accommodation was quicker than he predicted. The driver was very friendly offering tips on places to visit for a meal or days out with the kids. We also booked our return trip to the airport and again the diver was on time friendly got us to the airport safe and sound. Absolutely happy with the service we received and would highly recommend Marvin’s paradise tours.Written August 13, 2024
- moniquesL2037WG0 contributionsOn time and professional airport transferWe booked a round trip airport pick up and drop off for our family vacation. Both pick ups were on time, smooth and professional. I would highly recommend them! 10/10!!Written August 7, 2024
- shaniques120 contributionsAirport pick up and drop offWe had shuttle service from our individual homes to the airport and back. They assisted us with all our heavy luggages. Marvyn's paradise tour was the best! The driving was top notch! There was absolutely no delay. I strongly recommend them!Written August 7, 2024
- Roving213121538740 contributionsExcellent Customer Service!Sean was amazing! He took us everywhere we needed to go and didn't leave our side until we were hand delivered to our tour guides at Dunn's River Falls as well as the Blue Hole. He made sure we were safe and unable to be taken advantage of as foreigners. Our guides at Dunn's River Falls as well as the Blue Hole were fantastic as well. They took pictures and videos for us using our phones which was so nice. The Falls were beautiful and a bit of a challenge to climb simply because sometimes it was a little slippery. But it was an accomplishment to be proud of! The Blue Hole didn't take very much time, but was a lot of fun! Highly recommend Marvyn's Paradise Tours!! Excellent customer service!Written August 3, 2024
- 867reshmab0 contributionsOnce in a lifetime experience would recommend to everyoneThe whole experience was great loved everything we did in Jamaica thanks for safe and enjoyable trip we love sunshine,the driver was cool and helpful to everyoneWritten July 31, 2024
- 774ericj0 contributionsAwesome tube experience.Highlight was Monet and Draymon with singing Bob Marley on the river-tubing. Both awesome and of top quality! Must See!Written July 30, 2024
- CRob9mm0 contributionsBirthday BashThis trip was a Birthday Bash. We went to Jamaica with 22 of us. What a trip this was. Marvyn and Sunshine two of the most coolest people I've ever meet. So friendly so on point about everything and anything you asked them questions are encouraged. 😂🤣 The Bob Marley tour you have to experience if you are in Jamaica. Long ride with alot of conversation and sight seeing I'm telling you they are like a walking and talking encyclopedia. They own they're stuff. The tour was wondering something to see if you know anything about Bob. The drive there and back what a experience from bathroom breaks conversation and sight seeing what a ride. The return home thanks for stopping us off to shop drink stretch the legs appreciate you two. The Customer service you all gave out was outstanding 20 🌟 stars 🌟. Really appreciate you taking us intown the next day for lunch and shopping. So much I can go on about, just wanna say thanks and we really appreciate the experience from to awesome natives Thanks Mon....Written July 21, 2024
- monicamD7904BR0 contributionsViewing Jamaica with Marvyn 10+The trip was amazing. Sunshine was so knowledgeable, and Marvyn was so accommodating. We learned so much history, and the rideWritten July 20, 2024
- yokellz0 contributionsBook with Marvelous Marvin!!Marvin & Sunshine were AMAZING! They were knowledgeable and made the tour fun. We also went to town and the transportation was nice with air. Book with Marvin!!Written July 20, 2024
- naygianm0 contributionsExcellent tourExcellent tour , Mooney was very kind and helpful,my family absolutely love it. We combined with blue hole and zipline.Written July 19, 2024
- B1504NKerikab0 contributionsExperiences in JAMAICAWe had an amazing time rafting, and horseback riding! Sean our driver was very helpful and informative. He definitely made our experience enjoyable!Written July 10, 2024
- D6126DGjohnf0 contributionsCourteous, Fun and FlexibleExcellent service and lots of fun. Our driver Joel was on time, very flexible and knowledgeable. We even had a great singalong! We highly recommend Marvyns Tours!Written July 8, 2024
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Mary M
McHenry, IL51 contributions
Sep 2022
We loved the explanation of the medicinal properties of the various herbs and being able to safely taste the various herbs. Lascells was a wonderful guide with both his explanations and sense of humor. The authentic Jamaican lunch was amazing. We are grateful to Elizabeth for working with us to get transportation from our port in Falmouth to the farm. The teas I purchased have incredible flavor and aroma. They put store purchased teas to shame.
Written September 11, 2022
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It is with great pleasure that we express our gratitude to you for sharing your feedback. We hope to see you again
Written September 19, 2022
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LisaMK90
Kane, PA67 contributions
Dalton did a great job showing us all about the culture and lives of the community. He knew exactly which roadside vendors to stop at so we wouldn’t feel pressured to buy. We learned a lot and saw a lot. Oh and had jerked chicken!
Written February 2, 2020
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biztraveller22
Boulogne-Billancourt, France131 contributions
Dec 2018 • Friends
Coming in with a cruise, we preferred to have a tailored visit rather than the packages proposed by the cruise company. We spent 4 hours looking at nature in the hills with the wide variety of spices, having views from above the bay, testing local food specialties (beef patties and jerk chicken),... with a wonderful guide. Everything was perfect ! We could then finish the day relaxing on a nearby private beach. I also want to stress their responsiveness in booking the tour by mail. Definitely recommend Marvin !
Written December 27, 2018
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Jessica G
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Jan 2020 • Couples
Our private, Taste of Jamaica tour was amazing! Kenneth, our guide was friendly, knowledgeable and incredibly accommodating! We were picked up right on time in a very nice, air-conditioned Van. Kenneth really tailored the tour to the things we were most interested in seeing or doing! We had fresh fruit, Blue Mountain coffee, and of course jerk chicken! We really got a feel for the city and it’s beautiful people! The view from the overlook above Ocho Rios was absolutely stunning! Highly highly recommend this tour as well as Marvin’s Paradise Tours!!!
Written February 13, 2020
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Sauni & George
Conyers, GA15 contributions
We loved spending the day touring Ocho Rios with Gregory. It was a very informative and fulfilling tour. The food, the fruit, the spices, the people, the culture, the hospitality...you get it all on this tour without any "hustle and bustle." Do yourself a favor and book with Dr. Fun!
Written August 26, 2019
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Guide756318,
Thank you for your wonderful review on the experience and for allowing us to introduce you to different aspects of our culture! Thanks again for making it Marvyn’s paradise tours and we look forward to seeing you again!
Best regards,
S. Gayle
Written November 26, 2019
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Lee H
22 contributions
Mar 2019 • Family
We loved every minute of this excursion. It truly is a private tour and Marvyn treated us to delicious food in various locations. After getting in the car, we drove to a stop where we could look out over Ocho Rios and get drinks if we wanted. Those were not included in the tour but it was nice to walk around and see the beautiful Jamaican scenery. After this we drove through Fern Gully and stopped for some local fruits, some we had never tasted before. After that we had Jamaican meat patties at a local restaurant and then after driving around some more we had Jerk Chicken and festival bread. We did not leave hungry! Marvyn provides entertaining commentary throughout the tour also.
Written April 17, 2019
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Lee H,
Thank you for your review! It was our absolute pleasure to be your tour company of choice.We are also pleased to see that you enjoyed and appreciated the aspects of our culture that was introduced to you! We hope to see you again!
Best Regards,
S. Gayle
Written May 13, 2019
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Ray D
Smyrna, GA107 contributions
I want to start off by saying Sean was an amazing tour guide, and very knowledgeable during our Private Taste of Jamaica tour. We first stopped at Marcus Garvey’s birth home, and were able to get out and take pics. Next he stopped us at Juici Patties (delicious) for some REAL Jamaican beef patties. Sean drove us around the real Jamaican areas of Ochos Rios while giving us a little background history on each location. Next, we stopped at a garden as we made our way up to spice mountain. Sean informed and quizzed is on different plants and remedies they are used for. When we reached Spice Mountain, and I’m not a fan of guacamole, but the guy (can’t recall his name, but he kept saying “I does the cooking” lol), but I ate a fresh piece of avocado and he added jerk seasoning to it (best thing I’ve ever tasted in my life). We stopped at Oceans on the Ridge to take in the view of downtown Ochos Rios where you could also see the cruise ports. Sean asked if we still could eat after all the tasting we had done for the day, and of course I said I wanted REAL Jamaican jerk chicken. He stopped us at Ochos Rios Jerk Centre Bar & Grill (he ordered for my girlfriend and myself - Jerk Chicken baskets with a side of coco bread, which was delicious). I did partake in a few shots of Wray & Earth Jamaican Rum since it was my birthday and all. After eating we headed back to our resort. All while Sean was still enthused with sharing details about spots and locations we may have not noticed while driving into Ochos Rios earlier. I would highly recommend this tour for anyone, a great couples day type trip (believe we left at 9 and arrived back by 4 or 5). Sean was also very protective for us, continuously stating that when different street vendors and sellers approached we had the right to refuse them.
Written November 7, 2018
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Ray D
We appreciate you taking the time to share your great feedback , we deem this a great pleasure that we were given the opportunity of sharing our expertise with you and very elated that we helped to make your birthday a great one . Thanks for choosing our services , we hope you will come again. Thanks for making it Marvyns Paradise Tours!!
One Love
Written December 1, 2018
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Sharon K
Southfield, MI13 contributions
Nov 2017 • Couples
We booked a custom Marvyns Paradise Tour. We wanted to see sites of Jamaica and not just the tourist sites, go shopping, have lunch. Marvyns tour was very attentive to out needs and Marvyns the owner called me once I met up with our personal tour guide Shawn. Shawn was very knowledgeable and I recommend this tour whenever you visit Ocho Rio Jamaica. Thanks Marvyns and Shawn. Thanks for making our trip memorable.
Written November 15, 2017
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Stephanie L
Suffield, CT13 contributions
Water and lunch were not provided. The experience consistent of riding around St. Ann and St. Mary. This was the worst tour experience because it did not match the description.
Written July 29, 2024
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Stephanie L
Thanks for sharing your feedback. Sorry to learn that you did not enjoy your experience
Written July 29, 2024
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mprideaux75
Des Moines, IA7 contributions
Apr 2024 • Family
Our driver was amazing. He vibed with us really well and even stop and got us beef Patties, jerk chicken and coconuts. Yum! felt very safe and very informative.
Written April 27, 2024
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mprideaux75
On behalf of Marvyns Paradise Tours Team we must say a big thanks to you for choosing our service and for sharing your feedback, it is highly appreciated. We are pleased to know that your family has a great time with us and also that our Staff has provided a great experience.
We look forward to your next visit, do have a safe trip home, thanks for making it MPTs
One Love 🇯🇲
Sana & Marvyn
Written April 28, 2024
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Our cruise ship doesn't arrive in port until 10 am and leaves at 5 pm. Is this excursion adaptable to those parameters?
Written April 19, 2022
Is Falmouth Cruise Port a pick up location?
Written January 3, 2020
Hi, I want to purchase this but it’s only two of us. Can I still purchase?
Written July 16, 2019
It says there is a minimum of 4 people but you could contact Marvyn’s Paradise Tours and ask if they would still take you. They are super friendly! Perhaps some others will book on the same day as you.
Written July 16, 2019
We have two children, one will be 14 and the other 11 when we cruise in March. I noticed the tickets said for ages 13-99 and there were no child tickets listed. Should I buy an adult ticket for my 11 year old as well?
Written January 10, 2019
Yes, you may have to purchase an adult ticket for your younger child.
Written January 10, 2019
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