YS Falls, Black River Safari, Appleton Rum Tour OR Pelican Bar (Choose Up to 3)





Description
PRIVATE TOUR. [Choose Up to 3 ATTRACTIONS] Take a tour down to the South Coast of Jamaica and explore its natural beauty on a private tour. We start the tour with a pickup from your hotel or Airbnb. Transportation in provided in well kept, air-conditioned mini-van or bus. Unlike many other tours, our tour includes stops at your choice of up to THREE of the following: Appleton Estates Rum Tour, YS Falls, Black River Safari or Floyd’s Pelican Bar. The Appleton Estates rum tour demonstrates how rum is made, then try some samples and take a bottle or two home with you! Next, swim in the natural pools at YS Falls with the option to Zip Line to see the full beauty of nature. Cruise down the Black River in a pontoon boat to see the crocodiles, or sail out to Floyd’s Pelican Bar, a tiny driftwood bar stilted over a sandbar a quarter of a mile out in the sea. NOTE: Entrance fees are not included. YS Falls is closed on Mondays, and Appleton Rum Tour is closed on Sunday & Monday.
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Itinerary
Embark on a fascinating 4-mile journey up the Black River with the Black River Safari, a top-rated attraction located in St. Elizabeth, Jamaica. You'll explore diverse marine life and spot crocodiles in their natural habitat as your captain enlightens you with a brief history and engaging commentary. After the boat ride, visit the Crocodile Nursery to interact up-close with rehabilitated crocodiles. Capture the unforgettable moment of holding a small crocodile in a photograph, a thrilling memento from your trip. This remarkable expedition blends education, exploration, and excitement in a journey through Jamaica's natural wonders.
The Appleton Estate Rum Tour is a popular tourist attraction in Jamaica. It is located in the picturesque Nassau Valley on Jamaica’s South Coast. The tour takes you on a journey through time to learn about the history of rum and to give you an inside look at how the finest rum in the world is made. You will take in the beauty, character and color of their estate’s grounds which offer plenty of unique photo opportunities. The tour moves outside to the beautifully landscaped grounds where they take a multi-sensory journey from cane to cocktail and discover how they have crafted the Appleton Estate Rums since 1749, including visits to the distillery and aging house and a guided tasting of three Appleton Estate Rums. NOTE: Appleton is closed on Sunday & Monday
Ys Falls is located off the beaten path amidst the lush and rugged greenery of the island’s south coast. YS Falls is a seven-tiered waterfall that cascades into natural pools for swimming. Try the exhilarating canopy zipline tour, soaring 40 feet above the falls. Unwind in the Natural Spring Pool, with crystal-clear waters and a comforting 4ft depth. Explore the Relaxing Gardens with ginger lily walkways. This adventure promises unforgettable moments in nature. NOTE: YS Falls is closed on Mondays
The Pelican Bar is built on sand dunes about a 20-minute boat ride from the mainland. It is made of driftwood and offers a memorable experience with stunning views and great food. You can swim or snorkel in the shallow waters, and play a round or two of dominoes. Top it off with a cold Red Stripe Beer It is known as “the coolest bar in the Caribbean”. This is definitely something to add to your bucket list!
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Pickup Locations & Times
We pickup at all hotels and Airbnbs. If your location is not listed please put it here.
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Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Price of tour varies based on your pickup location. Make sure to select the correct pickup location from the tour options
- Please Note: YS Falls is closed on Mondays, Appleton Rum Tour is closed on Sunday
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative date or full refund
- The rates are for your private transportation and guide and DO NOT include entrance fees
Reviews(95)
Mark was great! He took us on a historic journey and shared so much with us throughout our visits to YS Falls, Appleton Rim Farm, and the Black Safari River. Since we started early and didn’t get a chance to eat breakfast, Mark bought us a Jamaican Patti, which was quite tasty. My favorite was the Falls, and my husband really enjoyed seeing and learning about the crocodiles.
Thank you so much for the kind words and thanks for allowing us to show you and your husband around — YS Falls, the Appleton Rum Estate, and the Black River Safari. We are glad the Falls were a highlight for you and that your husband enjoyed getting up close with the crocodiles! Wishing you safe travels, and I hope Jamaica sees you again soon. Blessing Alrick & Team
The driver Marc was wonderful the vehicle was clean and comfortable. I would definitely book another excursion with this tour guide when I come back to Montego Bay
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! It means the world to hear how well Marc took care of you and your husband across YS Falls, the Appleton Rum Estate, and the Black River Safari. Looking forward to your return trip, we have much more to show you! Many blessings Alrick & Team
Marc was a brilliant guide, giving us lots of information about Jamaica, the culture and the places that we were going to visit. My wife gets travel sickness and Marc was very accommodating, driving slower and still making sure we had time to see all attractions. The YS Falls were stunning, Appleton Estate was one of the best guided tours we have ever done (with amazing rums!) and Black River was great to see the crocodiles in the wild. Overall, it was an amazing day and well worth the cost of the private experience. Full of laughs, incredible experiences and lots of Jamaica! We would recommend to anyone
Wow, what a great review!Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. We are so happy to hear that Marc made your day not only fun and informative, but also comfortable and personalized. That’s exactly what a private tour is all about — moving at your own pace, taking care of the little details, and making sure every guest can truly enjoy the beauty of Jamaica. It sounds like you had the perfect Jamaican adventure — chasing waterfalls at YS Falls, spotting crocodiles along the Black River, discovering the history and flavors of Appleton Estate (and enjoying a few amazing rums along the way!), all while sharing plenty of laughs. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. He will be happy to know he helped create such special memories. Thank you for choosing Your Jamaican Tour Guide. We loved being part of your Jamaican journey, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another day of laughter and adventure! Blessings from the team Ava
We had a great personal driver the entire day. He was funny, engaging, and had a great personal touch to the experience.
Hey Laura ! Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your private South Coast tour. Looking forward to your return so we can show you even more of the island! Blessing! Alrick & Team
This tour was a great way to explore beyond Negril. Our guide Marc was extremely attentive and informative along the way, and knew so much about the island that he shared with me and my mom. He was engaged with us throughout the day, and we could tell he genuinely enjoyed his job. We absolutely loved the Black River Safari boat ride, and the Pelican Bar experience was one of the most unique we have had. Be sure to order some of the homemade ice cream from the bar at the safari company -- it’s delicious!
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review! We're glad to hear that you had a great time with Marc on your private tour to Black River Safari and Pelican Bar. I hope people remember the insider tip on the ice cream when they book their tour. Thanks for the tip! See you next time! Many blessings. Alrick & Team
An amazing experience! I appreciated every moment I had with my driver. He picked us up early, and we weren’t able to eat something before we left the hotel, so he took it upon himself to get us some patties from a place called jucci patties in Jamaica. At the moment, I thought it was such a nice gesture for him to do that because, not many drivers would not go out of their way and do something like that. I really appreciated him. He spent the whole day with us going to each place the excursions included. He made sure we were okay, and in good hands. From YS falls he showed us the tour guide that would take care of us and the tour guide was 10000/100000. As soon as he toured us around YS falls he took my phone and got every angle. All my pictures came out amazing. The next stop was Black River Safari, it was amazing seeing alligators for the first time considering I’m from New York City so I have only seen them in movies. The guide we had for this excursion was great, he told us many new facts about the safari, the animals that live there and he taught us about the water and why it’s called Black River. We were the only ones in the boat so it was a lot of freedom of asking questions and getting to know the safari one on one. Lastly, was my personal favorite the Pelican bar. It was an incredible experience from taking a small boat to going to the Pelican bar which is in the middle of the ocean. It stands strong , and there was a photographer available for pictures to purchase. All in all, the excursion was incredible, the sights were amazing and the guide made me and my husband feel safe, and more knowledgeable leaving Jamacia knowing more.
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review! Glad to hear you had a great time on your South Coast tour - and you were able to see things you've never seen before! We pride ourselves on ensuring our guests have an amazing experience from the moment they get in our vehicles until they leave. Looking forward to your return visit. Many blessings Alrick & Team
Mark our driver was awesome. He was very professional, patient and knowledgeable. We chatted for the entire ride. He made us feel very comfortable and did not rush any part of our excursions, he also made great recommendations when needed. We definitely recommend his service.
Thanks for taking the time to leave a great 5 star review! Glad to hear that you had a memorable day with Marc to the South Coast. We look forward to your return visit. Many blessings Alrick & Team
Marc went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable, safe, and having fun. Whether we were exploring waterfalls, tasting local cuisine, or learning about Jamaican traditions, he made every moment engaging and meaningful. He had a great sense of humor, perfect timing, and a genuine passion for his country that was infectious.
Hi Eunice, We appreciate you taking the time to leave a review! The South Coast tour is a great way to explore our beautiful island. I'm glad to hear that Marc made it a memorable experience! Looking forward to your return visit Many blessings Alrick & Team
This was an amazing tour worth the cost and travel. Firstly, it was private and our driver, Mark, was very personable enjoyable and he shared a lot of his culture with us. We were asking about Patties, local Jamaican food. He stopped and we each bought one, yum. We hit YS fall and it was very quiet. Ryan was our guide and took great pictures of us swimming and jumping off ropes. He was not overly friendly but we left before the crowds arrived. A definite must see. We stopped at a local roadside lunch spot where they use wood to slow roast their food. It was very tasty! Then off to a Black river safari. We were the only ones on our boat, our guide didn’t have a lot of animation in his works but smiled and had answers to all our questions. He called a crocodile over like a dog, quite funny. Our guide Mark was with us the whole time. Lastly, we took a boat to Pelican Bay Bar, a floating restaurant/bar. It was very cool and the beer was cold! The food looked amazing (fish was caught right there). It was a great day!!!
Thanks for sharing your experience! We’re happy to hear that you had an amazing day exploring Jamaica with Marc. He loves sharing our culture, and it sounds like he made sure you got the full local experience—right down to the local food. YS Falls, Black River Safari, and Pelican Bar are unique spots, and we love that you got to enjoy them in a more relaxed, uncrowded setting. Calling a crocodile over like a dog? Now that’s a story to remember! We appreciate you choosing us for your adventure and hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable experiences in Jamaica. Many blessings Alrick & Team
It was an amazing day filled with lots of information on the Jamaican history, culture, etc thanks to our wonderful guide Wayne that was so nice to us, caring and so funny.. He explained the history behind each activity we did and also while being in the car….The Black River was so beautiful and calming.. We got to see so many different kind of birds, trees and even crocodiles.. At the Cascade, we got to take beautiful pictures as well and we ended our tour at the Appleton Rum Estate .. We did the tour of the Estate with Danielle and she was amazing.. We learned a lot about how it all started and who is behind the Appleton blending, then she explained the entire chain how they extract the water from the sugar canes, to the molasses? Etc etc and then we ended the tour with the Signature tasting cause we wanted to pay extra to get to taste more exclusives rums and we are glad that we did. I really recommend this tour. My husband and I had an amazing day ☺️☺️
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're so glad you and your husband enjoyed the day with Wayne and had a chance to explore the beauty of the Black River, YS Falls, and Appleton Rum Estate. It sounds like a perfect mix of fun, history, and adventure. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back to Jamaica soon! Many blessings Alrick & Team



