| An island nation, Jamaica offers a wealth of natural | | | | lush and green, placed in the midst of 4 acres of rain |
| beauty. Ocho Rios, Jamaica, is home to some of the | | | | forest. |
| most well-known of the island's natural wonders, | | | | There are three types of dolphin experience |
| including a glistening waterfall that attracts visitors | | | | packages available, allowing visitors to choose the |
| from all over and the opportunity to swim with | | | | degree of interaction best suited to their comfort |
| dolphins. | | | | zone and experience. These include the opportunity |
| Dunn's River Falls offers a hiking experience that | | | | to swim and interact with a group of dolphins, |
| allows even the decidedly non-athletic to enjoy a | | | | another that provides in water interaction with a |
| beautiful view of the 600 foot high waterfalls. | | | | single dolphin and another which is called a touch |
| However, while the 900 foot climb to the top may | | | | encounter package, which is best suited for |
| seem like a cake walk to the experienced hiker, for | | | | non-swimmers and children. The traveler should make |
| those not accustomed to activities, caution should be | | | | contact well in advance for individual package rates |
| taken and children should be monitored carefully to | | | | and to make reservations, as spots are limited. |
| avoid injury. | | | | Dolphin Cove also features other attractions, including |
| With that being said, however, the experience is one | | | | a jungle walk trail, while not too physically challenging, |
| not to be missed. The views alone are worth the | | | | offers a fascinating look at local flora and fauna. This |
| walk. There are areas at the bottom and along the | | | | is a particularly nice destination for children as there is |
| hiking path for wading and splashing in the cold and | | | | ample opportunity to have an up close view of |
| very clear mountain water. | | | | brightly colored birds and reptiles. Pristine beaches, |
| At Dolphin Cove, visitors can enjoy up close and | | | | perfect for those who enjoy the sun and sand, but |
| personal interaction with a family group of bottle | | | | not the crowds, and kayaking are also available to |
| nose dolphins. Located near Ocho Rios, at one of the | | | | visitors, as well as a waterfall that is sure to be less |
| most beautiful natural coves in Jamaica, the setting is | | | | crowded than Dunn's River Falls. |