Mystic Mountain
Mystic Mountain (North Coast Highway, Ocho Rios) – this has become a particularly popular eco-tourist destination for younger travelers. Located in the heart of Ocho Rios, only 5 minutes away from the cruise ship pier or Dunn’s River Falls, offers a unique array of adventure tours for all ages. Explore the forest’s rich ecosystem, sparkling river streams or simply enjoy the spectacular views.
A local eco-tourism outfit, Rainforest Adventures (www.rainforestadventure.com), offers visitors the following excursions:
1.) Sky Explorer –Positioned prominently at the park’s entrance, the Rainforest SkyExplorer is a state-of-the-art chairlift that sends guests soaring above the treetops up 700 feet to the top of Mystic Mountain. The descent carries them through the heart of the canopy, giving them firsthand glimpses of the wonders of the tropical seaside rainforest.
Adults: $46.20 USD; Students: $46.20 USD; Kids (5-12 years old): $24.00 USD.
2.) Bobsled Jamaica –The park’s signature attraction, Rainforest Bobsled Jamaica, features a 1000m long gravity-drive through the rainforest on custom designed, high-tech sleds. Accessible via the SkyExplorer, the Bobsled is a thrilling ride through dense tropical landscapes and coastal features on sleds that evoke Jamaica’s Olympic team.
Adults: $68.20 USD; Students: $68.20 USD; Kids (5-12 years old): $46.00 USD
3.) Zip-line – Our secure Zip Line attraction whisks travelers through the verdant rainforest canopy, gliding from one platform to another. Visitors can top it off with a short ride down the Rainforest SkyExplorer. Adults: $114.40 USD; Students: $114.40 USD; Kids (5-12 years old): $92.00 USD.