Grand Lido Braco Tours & Excursions - supplied by Chuck 05/2008

Customized tours designed for two are possible

 

Note: pricing was not provided in brochure

 

Jamaica at its Best

Thurs. and Sat. 10:30am

Includes: Ground transfers to Ocho Rios (Ochi) for cruise to the barrier reef for snorkeling, then on to Dunns River Falls for a climb and swim.  Finish up the afternoon with lunch at Dolphin Cove to see dolphins at plan and tour of the Jungle Trail to meet some exotic birds and reptiles up close.

 

Port Antonio Rafting and Blue Lagoon

Mon. thru Fri.  8:00am

Includes: Ground transfers, rafting on the Rio Grande, lunch at the beautiful Blue Lagoon - optional swimming (snorkeling at additional charge) and driving tour of the picturesque town of Port  Antonio.

 

Party Sunset Sail

Daily(?) 3:13pm (that is what the brochure says)

Includes: Ground transfers to Ochi, snacks, open Jamaican bar, music, dancing and an amazing, unobstructed view of a Jamaican sunset from the deck of a catamaran.

 

Jungle RIver Water Rafting

Two skill levels: amateurs and Advanced; each with likely different pricing

Daily 8:50am and 12:50pm

Includes: ground transfers, exciting white water rafting down the Great River which winds through a primordial rain forest in high performance, inflatable boats, fresh juice.

 

ATV Safari

Mon. - Sat.; undisclosed time

Includes: Ground transfers, a guided ATV bike tour along tropical foliage and magnificent hill trails followed by a refreshing cool down at Dunns RIver Fall or Crystal clear water of Chukka Cove (likely different pricing for the two ending venues)

 

Negril Sunset

Mon. - Sat. 9:00am

Include scenic drive to Negril (guessing about 2.5 - 3 hours), lunch and play at Hedonism II.  Shopping and highlight tour in Negril and finally watch the sunset and cliff diving at Rick's Cafe.

 

Zion Bus Ride

Wed., Fri., and Sat. 8:20am

Includes: Ground transfers by authentic Jamaican country bus into the hills of Jamaica to visit Nine Miles, the birthplace of Bob Marley.  Lunch, refreshment, snacks and admission charges.

 

Ocho Rios Special

Mon.- - Sat. 8:30am

Includes: Ground transfers, tour of Tropical Garden, admission to Dunns River Falls, lunch and shopping market and duty free shopping centre in Ochi.

 

Best of Ocho Rios

Dates and times unspecified

Loaded with activities, the excursion includes transfers, visit to Dunns River Falls, stop at Dolphin Cove to tour the facility and experience the Dolphin Encounter, lunch and a jitney tour of an 18th century working plantation and great house at Prospect Plantation.

 

The Original Canopy Tour

**Not suitable for pregnant women; weight limit: 300lbs**

Daily 8:50am and 12:50pm

Includes: Ground transfers & refreshment: get hoisted by pulleys into the canopy of the trees overlooking the Great River.  You can cross springs, the Great River and a 150 year old dam.  The experience of gliding silently through a tunnel of tree leaves and branches delivers the ultimate rush for the adventurous spirit!

 

Dolphin Cove

Dates and times unspecified

Transfers not included

Pricing varies with the selected program

Basic program

Includes: Admission to Dolphin Cove to see the dolphins at play, interact with our friendly birds and exotic animals, relax on the beach and explore the jungle trail.

The Touch Program

Stand knee deep in the water and have an up-close encounter with dolphins in the shallows

The Encounter

Be kissed and caressed by a dolphin; a real up close and personal dolphin encounter (must be able to swim)

Swim with Dolphins Program

Enjoy various activities while have an dolphin encounter including a dolphin kiss, foot push and place time (must be able to swim)

(editor's note: a shark experience is now offered but was not listed in brochure)

 

Horseback Riding

Dates and times unspecified

Chukka Cove Trail and Beach Combo

Includes: Ground transfers, refreshments and Braco Estate beach ride and swimming horses.

Rain Forest River Ride

4.5 hour tour of New Ground valley with optional swimming in cascades of a natural waterfall

Clothing Optional ride and swim

30 minute ride

 

Luminous Lagoon

Mon. - Sat. 6:30pm

Includes: Ground transfers, boat trip and twilight dip in the glowing water of the Luminous Lagoon.  Optional dinner package offering fixed (price?) 3 course menu.

 

Dunns River Falls

Dates and times unspecified

Minimum 4 pax

Includes: Ground transfers, admission to the world famous Dunns RIver Falls plus shop and play in Ochi.  Take a leisurely stroll through the craft market, duty free shops and dress shops.

 

Ocho Rios Shopping

Mon. - Sat 11:00am till 3:00pm

Includes: Ground transfers, 30 minute shopping stop at craft market followed by 45 minutes each at the Island Village experience, Tij Mahal and the Soni's duty free shopping centers and the the town of Ochi

 

Parasailing

Daily 9am till 4pm

Based on space availability

Take a ride on the wild side and view things from a different perspective 20 feet up.  Includes transfer (where applicable)

 

Chukka Cove Kayaking

Date and time unspecified

Paddle your way through the rapids and crystal clear pools of the White River under a canopy of lush tropical vegetation and the serenity of hug bamboo groves.  Disembark the river and enter a beautiful landscaped garden where you can relax and browse through the gift shop

 

Wet and Wild Cruise

Fri. 12:30pm

96F degree in the shade cruise on the wild side, skinny dipping takes a new dimension, hot music and super hot dancers combined with unlimited rum, vodka, and beer will fuel the party meter.  Clothing is optional.  Bring a towel.

 

Martha Brae Rafting

Daily 9:00am and 2:00pm

Package for 2 persons

Includes: Ground transfers, relaxing ride by 300 foot bamboo raft for 2 down 3 miles of the scenic Martha Brae River

 

Deep Sea Fishing

4 hour charter

1 to 6 pax

Includes: Ground transfers to dock, captain and first mate, igloo of soft drinks, fishing rods, bait and tackle.

 

Black River Safari and YS Falls

Mon. - Fri. 8:00am

Includes: Guided tour through the cool interior of Jamaica to a breakfast stop at Bloomfield Great House in Mandeville.  Onwards to St. Elizabeth for a boat safari of the crocodile infested Black River followed by swimming and lunch at YS Falls.

 

Chukka Cove: Bob Marley Jeep Safari

Chukka Cove: Coyaba Jeep Safari

each with different pricing

Daily 8:20am

Includes: Travel along the coastline then into hills and down the valley in a zebra striped jeep to experience the real Jamaica.

 

Chukka Cove: River Tubing

Daily 8:20am and 12:20pm

Includes: Ground transfers, guided river tubing ride down the White River.  Complimentary beverages and "taste of Jamaica."

 

Appleton Estate and YS Falls

Mon. - Fri. 9:00am

Includes: Ground transfers, welcome drink, lunch, rum distillery and aging house tours with free rum sampling followed by an unforgettable trip to the YS Falls, the Dunns River Falls of the west.

(Editor's note: this is an all day trip)

 

Cool Runnings: Dunns River Falls Cruise

Tue., Wed. and Sat. 10:45am

Number 1 rated attraction in Jamaica.  Sail the mega catamaran "Cool Runnings" for half day of watersports fun and excitement. Cruise begins with a swim and snorkel at Crystal Cove then sail to Dunns RIver Falls.  Reggae vibrations will have you rocking as the crew turns up the volume.  Includes snorkel equipment and instruction, sodas, fruit punch and lunch.

 

Paradise Adventure Tour

date and time unspecified

Journey through the country side of Jamaica, hear the local dialect and interesting facts about the past, visit the scared grounds of the Tainow.  Learn about herbs and test farm produce as you tour a working plantation.  Highlight of the day is an enjoyable panoramic view of the bay while having lunch.

 

H'evans Scent Combo

Mon., Wed., and Fri. times unspecified

Get ready to have the time of your life as you delve into a flurry of activities from beginning to end.  You excursion start with a bus ride, on arrival you are treated to a horticultural talk and refreshment, then it is zip wire time where you forget your fears followed by an ATV ride and a nature walk before you treasure hunt bus trip back to your resort -- revitalized.

 

Coyaba River Garden and Falls Combo

Date and times not specified

(editor note: not mention of transfers in brochure)

Take a trip into the hills overlooking Ochi where you will be treated to a  breathtaking tour of a river garden and museum  Then to unwind, tour the waterfalls where you can climb the falls and have the water beat down upon you or just swim and have a refreshing water massage you while you relax.

 

Bamboo Beach Party

Wed. time unspecified

It is here, in this chic paradise, where life connoisseurs allow the tastes, sounds and feeling to arouse their senses as they languish on luxurious bamboo furniture and soak up the rhythm of local house and reggae beats.  We serve an array of unlimited tasteful Jamaican tapas, rum punch and beer.  Dancing, drinking cocktails and just forgetting everything.

 

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

All payments are to be made at the tour desk prior to departure of tour.  Tour desk is open 8:00am until 3:00pm; phone ext. 6620/1

 

All cancellations made with less than 24 hours notice will attract a 100 percent cancellation penalty.