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You don't say what ship you will be on or what port the ship is docking at - Ocho Rios or Montego Bay?
If it's Ocho Rios, it is a long drive. Check out Port Information on this site or Trip Advisor.
I never got off the ship in Jamaica anymore. Back in the "old" days, I thought nothing of walking to the shops by myself. Not anymore, in fact there are now Police outside the terminals warning passengers not to go off by themselves.
Stick with a Ship's Excursion.
Speed humps, pot holes and temporary surfaces greatly enhance the discomfort of this 2 hour marathon journey of endurance which is usually undertaken in the luxurious discomfort of what closely resembles an old van with seats in it.
It's a great shame, because the raft ride is a very peaceful, enjoyable experience (but I must diet, our raft seemed very low in the water!)
When the road is finished, it will be a much nicer journey, but for the moment, if you are cruising into Ocho Rios, forget the raft excursion!
This information correct as at 12th October 2005 (Star Princess)
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