# Ocho Rios - Kind: port - Data version: 2026-10-14 - Reference month: 2026-10 - Checked: 2026-07-22 - Page: https://cruise-pitta.com/en/port/ocho-rios For reference only. Bookings, prices and schedules are not guaranteed. Check current details with the official provider. ## Overview Photo: Balou46 · [CC BY-SA 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0) · [Wikimedia Commons](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:JM-ocho_rios-hafen-01.jpg) Checked: none (unverified) - Region: [View Caribbean & Bahamas on the map](https://cruise-pitta.com/explore?r=caribbean) - Description: A Jamaican nature resort port where visitors can enjoy waterfalls, gardens, beaches and other outdoor experiences. - Port name: Ocho Rios - English name: Ocho Rios - Country: Jamaica - Latitude / longitude: 18.41, -77.10 A popular cruise port on Jamaica’s north coast. Climbing the cascades of Dunn’s River Falls is a signature activity, complemented by tropical gardens, beaches, zip lines, and other nature experiences. It is a lush resort surrounded by reggae music, Rastafarian culture, and a friendly island atmosphere. Checked: 2026-07-22 ## Port highlights - Population: About 16,000 people - Climate: Tropical climate. Warm year-round, with more rain inland. Summers are humid and may bring hurricanes. - Language: English (Jamaican Patois is also spoken) - Currency: Jamaican dollar (JMD; US dollars are also widely accepted) - Best time to visit: November to April (dry season with many sunny days, so it is comfortable; it is safer to avoid the hurricane season from June to November) ### Local food Jerk chicken, ackee and saltfish (the national dish), patties, Jamaican rum, Blue Mountain coffee ### Sights - Dunn's River Falls (waterfall climbing) - Mysteries Beach - Blue Hole (hidden waterfall) - Conical Hill viewpoint Checked: 2026-07-22 ## Monthly average high / low temperatures | Month | Average high (°C / °F) | Average low (°C / °F) | | --- | --- | --- | | Jan | 31 °C / 88 °F | 22 °C / 72 °F | | Feb | 31 °C / 88 °F | 22 °C / 72 °F | | Mar | 31 °C / 88 °F | 23 °C / 73 °F | | Apr | 32 °C / 89 °F | 24 °C / 75 °F | | May | 32 °C / 90 °F | 25 °C / 76 °F | | Jun | 33 °C / 92 °F | 26 °C / 78 °F | | Jul | 34 °C / 92 °F | 26 °C / 78 °F | | Aug | 34 °C / 92 °F | 26 °C / 78 °F | | Sep | 33 °C / 92 °F | 25 °C / 78 °F | | Oct | 33 °C / 91 °F | 25 °C / 76 °F | | Nov | 32 °C / 90 °F | 24 °C / 75 °F | | Dec | 32 °C / 89 °F | 23 °C / 73 °F | Calculated from NOAA GHCN-Daily station observations · Period: 1991–2020 · Station: NORMAN MANLEY INTL · about 62.1 km from port · Approximate (distant station) · Last checked: 2026-10-04 Checked: 2026-10-04 ## Local prices for travelers - Compared with Tokyo, Japan (median of items): 130 (Tokyo = 100) (Estimated) - Category: More expensive than Tokyo Compared with Tokyo, water is much cheaper; beer costs about the same; coffee, meals and a Big Mac are somewhat more expensive. | Item | Amount | Currency | Checked | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Water 500 ml | JMD 60.00 | JMD | Checked: none (unverified) | | Coffee | JMD 675.00 | JMD | Checked: none (unverified) | | Inexpensive meal | JMD 1,575.00 | JMD | Checked: none (unverified) | | Local beer | JMD 600.00 | JMD | Checked: none (unverified) | | Burger (Big Burger) | JMD 910.00 | JMD | Checked: none (unverified) | - Survey month: 2026-10 Prices in Ocho Rios. · Amounts in the recorded local currency. No currency conversion applied. · Last checked: Oct 2026 · Sources: Shop and menu prices Checked: none (unverified) ## Getting there from Japan - Nearest airport: OCJ - Description: Unknown - Airport to port (approx.): Unknown - Ease of access: C — Two or more connections (Estimated) About 14 km from airport to port (straight-line distance) (Estimated) Calculated from OurAirports coordinates Access from Japan: A = direct flight / B = one connection / C = two or more connections (indicative) Checked: 2026-07-22 English text in preparation. ## Itineraries calling here ### [7-Night Caribbean & Bahamas Cruise from Miami](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/carnival-celebration-7n-miami) - Region: Caribbean & Bahamas - Itinerary: Oct 2026 – May 2027 - Departure months: 2026-10, 2026-11, 2026-12, 2027-01, 2027-02, 2027-03, 2027-04, 2027-05 - Itinerary: 2 itineraries - Ship: Carnival Celebration - Cruise line: Carnival Cruise Line - Duration: 7 nights - Departure / arrival: Miami → Miami - Port: Miami › Celebration Key › Nassau › +2 › Miami - Cruise type: Round trip / 6 - Amount: From $436.00 · Price on the US site (USD, incl. taxes; JPY is an estimate) - Fare level: Lower Checked: 2026-07-22 ### [7-Night Caribbean & Bahamas Cruise from Miami](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/resilient-lady-7n-miami) - Region: Caribbean & Bahamas - Itinerary: Nov 2026 – Mar 2027 - Departure months: 2026-11, 2026-12, 2027-01, 2027-02, 2027-03 - Ship: Resilient Lady - Cruise line: Virgin Voyages - Duration: 7 nights - Departure / arrival: Miami → Miami - Port: Miami › Costa Maya › George Town › +3 › Miami - Cruise type: Round trip / 7 - Amount: From $903.00 · Price on the US site (USD, incl. taxes; JPY is an estimate) - Fare level: Lower Checked: 2026-07-22 ### [7-Night Caribbean & Bahamas Cruise from Miami](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/norwegian-aqua-7n-miami) - Region: Caribbean & Bahamas - Itinerary: Oct 2026 – Apr 2027 - Departure months: 2026-10, 2026-11, 2026-12, 2027-01, 2027-02, 2027-03, 2027-04 - Ship: Norwegian Aqua - Cruise line: Norwegian Cruise Line - Duration: 7 nights - Departure / arrival: Miami → Miami - Port: Miami › Great Stirrup Cay › Ocho Rios › +2 › Miami - Cruise type: Round trip / 6 - Amount: From $909.00 · Price on the Japan site (USD, excl. taxes; JPY is an estimate) - Fare level: Lower Checked: 2026-07-22 ## Links ### External sites and sources - [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ocho_Rios) - [Wikimedia Commons](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:JM-ocho_rios-hafen-01.jpg) ### Related Cruise Pitta pages - [View Caribbean & Bahamas on the map](https://cruise-pitta.com/explore?r=caribbean) - [7-Night Caribbean & Bahamas Cruise from Miami](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/carnival-celebration-7n-miami) - [7-Night Caribbean & Bahamas Cruise from Miami](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/resilient-lady-7n-miami) - [7-Night Caribbean & Bahamas Cruise from Miami](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/norwegian-aqua-7n-miami) ## Checked Checked: 2026-07-22 ## Sources - encyclopedia: en.wikipedia.org — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ocho_Rios Source: Wikipedia “[Ocho Rios](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ocho_Rios)” ([CC BY-SA 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/))