Martha Brae river rafting is Jamaica’s number one (1) rafting attraction.
The embarkation area, “Rafter’s Village”, encompasses six acres of beautifully manicured lawns situated on a natural horseshoe island. It offers a fully appointed recreational facility which includes picnic grounds, a full service bar, two souvenir shops, swimming pool and modern restrooms. Before embarking on the tour, guests can also take a stroll through “Miss Martha’s Herb Garden”, a presentation of Jamaica’s herbs famous for their medicinal and healing properties.
Martha Brae River Rafting (Photo: Alan Lewin)
Established forty (40) years ago, Rafting on the Martha Brae boasts a complement of eighty five licensed and experienced raft captains.
Thirty-foot long bamboo rafts are boarded from a concrete pier, under the supervision of a licensed dispatcher. The raft ride is operated over a three mile stretch of the beautiful Martha Brae river and lasts approximately one hour.
Martha Brae River Raft Doc (Photo: Alan Lewin)
Once on the raft, guests can learn about “The Legend of Martha Brae” or enjoy an exhilarating swim. The attraction has over the years played host to a number of celebrities including HRH Queen Elizabeth II, heavy weight champion Lennox Lewis, Chuck Norris, Dionne Warwick, Spike Lee, former NBA star Patrick Ewing, Jane Seymour of “Doctor Quinn- Medicine Woman” fame, Kenny Rodgers, the late Johnny Cash and world 100 meter champion Usain Bolt.
The disembarkation area Known as “Martha’s Rest” also offers a souvenir shop, bar, lounge area and restrooms.
There is adequate parking for buses waiting to pick up rafters.
TOURS on the Martha Brae River
The tour includes the following:-
• Round trip transportation from your hotel
• Complimentary drink (fruit drink)
• Raft ride over three miles of the legendary Martha Brae River
• Visit to Miss Martha’s Herb Garden
**Recommended Dress Code: T-shirts, shorts & sneakers
We recommend that you bring your swimsuit along
- Tel: 876- 952-0889; (876) 940-6398
- Fax: (876)979-7437
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: Jamaica Rafting
- Website: Visit Jamaica
