Martha Brae Rafting

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Delve into Jamaica's interior on this raft cruise along the Martha Brae River. Sailing on a two-seater bamboo raft, which a guide punts over the green waters, you'll be surrounded by lush forests and tropical plants. Think mango and breadfruit trees, mangroves and palms, all alive with tropical birds. As you travel, guide will point out the flora and fauna, and tell you about the rafts, which were originally used to ferry sugar cane to the coast. You'll also hear the legend that surrounds the river. It's said that rather than leading Spanish occupiers to a nearby gold mine, a Jamaican witch called Martha Brae took them to a local cave. Here, she used magic to cause a flood, drowning herself and her captors and taking the secret of the mine's location to her grave. The mine has never been found, but it's believed to lie along the riverbanks. The story adds an extra dash of magic to this gentle cruise, which is ideal for nature lovers and couples.