Bamboo Rafting on Martha Brae River | Shore Excursion | NCL

When Christopher Columbus arrived in Jamaica in 1494, the Spanish settlers established a capital and called it New Seville in homage to the celebrated Spanish city of the same name. Your tour will take you through St. Ann’s Bay, a town juxtaposed with the spot where Jamaica’s first capital once stood. St. Ann’s Bay boasts a statue of Columbus which you’ll see during your drive through town. The drive along the coast will take you through Runaway Bay where some of the last Spanish settlers fled after the British captured the island. After a scenic drive passing seascapes and mountain ranges you’ll arrive at your destination, the Martha Brae River. Your raft Captain will tell you the tale of Martha Brae, the magical Indian maiden whom the Spanish colonists tortured to reveal the location of a secret gold mine. She ultimately succumbed to her tormentors and led them to the mine. En route Martha summoned her magical powers to transform the river, drowning the Spanish soldiers and herself as well. Legend says that her ghost still guards the entrance to the mine to this day. Ponder the legend as you glide downstream this 90 minute tranquil river ride. Book Your Bamboo Rafting on the Martha Brae River Shore Excursion: https://www.ncl.com/shore-excursions/OCJ_06?CID=SM_MOS_NA_ORGS_YOU_NA_TXT_YOUTUBESHOREEX_OCJ06_NA_NA Book & Plan Your Caribbean Cruise: https://www.ncl.com/vacations?cruise-destination=caribbean Explore Other Caribbean Shore Excursions: https://www.ncl.com/shore-excursions/search?destination=Caribbean+Cruises Be sure to subscribe to Norwegian Cruise Line’s YouTube channel to stay updated on the latest cruise deals, news and updates: http://youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=NorwegianCruiseLine Terms & Conditions: https://www.ncl.com/terms/shorex-dining-entertainment-spa