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YS Falls and the Black River: 15 South Coast Days

33 tours  ·  from $100

A cascade inside a working estate, a boat among the crocodiles, and a bar on stilts out in the shallows. The 15 below are long south-coast days, compared here on which stops you actually get and what the driving costs you.

YS Falls, Black River Safari, Appleton Rum Tour OR Pelican Bar (Choose Up to 3) - Black River Safari and its crocodile sightings
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YS Falls, Black River Safari, Appleton Rum Tour OR Pelican Bar (Choose Up to 3)

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 90 reviews · from $195Our pick

Build your own South Coast day with up to three stops: swim at YS Falls, spot crocodiles on Black River, taste Appleton rum, or boat to Pelican Bar. Your private driver handles the long roads from Montego Bay, Negril, or Grand Palladium resorts. Guides such as Marc, Wayne, Adrian, and Cedrick are praised for local stories and flexible stops.

“Romaine was a great tour guide. Would most definitely recommend! We had a blast. Waterfalls were gorgeous.”

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Tour to Black River and YS Falls - YS Falls and the tractor ride to the water
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Tour to Black River and YS Falls

2.Tour to Black River and YS Falls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · from $200

Travel from Negril with experienced guide Everald to YS Falls, Black River, and Floyd’s Pelican Bar. Expect an air-conditioned vehicle, hotel pickup, a tractor ride to the falls, a crocodile and mangrove boat safari, and a 10-minute boat trip to a bar offshore. The tour costs $200 per person.

“From start to finish the trip was fantastic. Everald our tour guide was amazing. Kept us entertained on jamaican history & facts throughout our whole tour when on the road. As a family of 3 it was a private trip on a fully air conditioned minibus, Read more”

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YS Falls & Pelican Bar Tour - YS Falls: the strongest stop for active fun
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YS Falls & Pelican Bar Tour

3.YS Falls & Pelican Bar Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 35 reviews · from $120

Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle from Negril to YS Falls and Floyd’s Pelican Bar on a private tour with Marlon’s Tour. Your driver handles the route and hotel pickup, while you pay attraction and boat fees separately. Expect roughly 4 to 8 hours, with time for swimming, sightseeing, and Jamaican roadside stops.

“Marlon Tours were excellent and as we arrived at YS Falls at opening we had the falls all to ourselves. Do not miss the zip wire experience. Pelican Bar was great and Marlon was very knowledgeable, and added to a great day.”

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Appleton estate,YS Falls,Black River Safari,Pelican Bar(any 3of4) - Black River Safari and a chance to see crocodiles
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Appleton estate,YS Falls,Black River Safari,Pelican Bar(any 3of4)

4.Appleton estate,YS Falls,Black River Safari,Pelican Bar(any 3of4)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $180

Set out from Negril with a private vehicle and professional guide, often with Cedric, for a flexible Jamaica outing featuring any three of four stops: YS Falls, Black River Safari, Appleton Estate, and Floyd’s Pelican Bar. Expect long road time, entrance fees beyond the tour price, and a full day of waterfalls, wildlife, rum, and sunset.

“We had a fantastic day with Cedric. He is a very knowledgeable and funny guide who knows a lot about the island and the spots we visited. Cedric is simply outstanding and put our needs and asks before everything else. We first went to YRead more”

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Full-Day South Coast - YS Falls, Pelican Bar & Black River Safari - Leaving Negril for Saint Elizabeth Parish
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Full-Day South Coast – YS Falls, Pelican Bar & Black River Safari

5.Full-Day South Coast – YS Falls, Pelican Bar & Black River Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $250

Travel from Negril in an air-conditioned vehicle with a private guide such as Rayon or Gordon. Visit YS Falls, cruise the Black River among mangroves and wildlife, then boat to Pelican Bar for sea views. The 7 to 9-hour outing includes transport and entry fees, but lunch, drinks, and optional extras cost more.

“Had the best full day doing all the different excursions, Rayon was the best guide and honestly made the whole day so much better, stopping off at different places to help us have the best experience and even taking us to a vegan cafe!”

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YS Falls, Black River Safari, and Floyd's Pelican Bar Day-Trip (Transportation) - YS Falls: seven cascades and natural swimming pools
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YS Falls, Black River Safari, and Floyd’s Pelican Bar Day-Trip (Transportation)

6.YS Falls, Black River Safari, and Floyd’s Pelican Bar Day-Trip (Transportation)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $133

Spend 8 to 9 hours exploring Jamaica’s south coast in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. Visit seven YS Falls, cruise the Black River wetlands, then take a fishing boat to Floyd’s Pelican Bar. Drivers such as Shelton and Alex are known for patient service, local stories, and flexible help along the way.

“Shelton was an amazing driver and tour guide!! We spent all day with him, and he was so patient answering my husband's many many questions. =) First, we did the Black River Safari to see crocodiles. This was relaxing, but in hindsigRead more”

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Private Appleton YS Falls and Black River Tour from Montego Bay - Cooling off at YS Falls
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Private Appleton YS Falls and Black River Tour from Montego Bay

7.Private Appleton YS Falls and Black River Tour from Montego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 18 reviews · from $270

Spend about eight hours with your private party and a guide or driver touring Jamaica’s south coast. Visit Appleton Estate for rum-making and tastings, swim and use the rope swing at YS Falls, then cruise the Black River to spot crocodiles. Patrick is one guide praised for safe driving and a clean, cool vehicle.

“We enjoyed Appleton Estates and YS Falls. I would have liked if the itinerary was spelled out on where and when we were going to each location and how long it would take to drive to and from each location. We opted to not go on the saRead more”

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Appleton Estate Rum and Ys Falls Tour - Appleton Estate: from cane to glass
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Appleton Estate Rum and Ys Falls Tour

8.Appleton Estate Rum and Ys Falls Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · from $130

Spend 7 to 8 hours exploring Jamaica’s south coast from Montego Bay in a private, air-conditioned car. Your day combines Appleton Estate’s rum-making story and tastings with YS Falls, where seven cascades feed natural pools. Guides such as Neil may add local stops for patties, coconuts, and countryside views. Entry fees and lunch cost extra.

“The Appleton tour was nice. The grounds were lovely. Ys Fall was nice too. The falls and setting were all beautiful. The driver we had for our tour took us to a property along the way to try and sell the us a home. Not cool.”

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YS Falls and Black River Safari Guided Tour from Montego Bay and Grand Palladium - Reaching the seven tiers at YS Falls
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YS Falls and Black River Safari Guided Tour from Montego Bay and Grand Palladium

9.YS Falls and Black River Safari Guided Tour from Montego Bay and Grand Palladium

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · from $145

Travel from Montego Bay or Grand Palladium to YS Falls and the Black River on an 8-hour guided tour. Ride a tractor jitney to seven waterfalls, swim in lifeguarded pools, eat lunch by the river, and cruise by pontoon boat in search of crocodiles and birds. Drivers may include Ricardo, Jermaine, or Scott.

“Our driver with SNL Jamaican Tours was Ricardo. He was awesome!! We were very impressed with his driving skills and his knowledge of Jamaica. We loved hearing him speak of the country and the Jamaican people. Our guide at the Falls wRead more”

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YS Falls Private Full-Day Adventure Tour with Pickup - Arriving at YS Falls and reaching the water
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YS Falls Private Full-Day Adventure Tour with Pickup

10.YS Falls Private Full-Day Adventure Tour with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $129

Travel from Negril or the West End in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with a guide such as Odane or Kevin. At YS Falls, you’ll see seven waterfalls, natural pools, gardens, and optional canopy rides. The six-hour outing can follow your pace, though a family of six may find the vehicle tight.

“Odane was a good guide, friendly, obliging and considerate. We took the tour in our own time and were not pressed to hurry up. Finishing off at the Pelican Bar to watch the sunset and get our names carved into the bar was good way to roRead more”

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Appleton Rum Factory, Ys Falls, Black River Safari, Floyd’s Pelican Bar - YS Falls: seven cascades in a short visit
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Appleton Rum Factory, Ys Falls, Black River Safari, Floyd’s Pelican Bar

11.Appleton Rum Factory, Ys Falls, Black River Safari, Floyd’s Pelican Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12 reviews · from $169

Travel by air-conditioned private vehicle from Negril, West End, or Montego Bay to Appleton Estate, YS Falls, the Black River, and Floyd’s Pelican Bar. You’ll learn how Jamaican rum is made, see waterfalls, cruise a wildlife-rich river, and finish with a sunset at sea. Driver Liel is noted for adding useful local insight.

“The best part of our experience was Liel, our driver. He was knowledgeable and made sure we had a great experience. The only thing to keep in mind is that this is an all day excursion and there is a lot of in the car driving but it is well worth the experience.”

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YS Falls and Appleton Estate Private Rum Tour - What happens during the 90-minute Appleton visit
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YS Falls and Appleton Estate Private Rum Tour

12.YS Falls and Appleton Estate Private Rum Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $220

Travel from Montego Bay to Appleton Estate for a rum-making tour, sugar cane juice, wet sugar, and tastings, then cool off at YS Falls. Your private group rides in an air-conditioned vehicle, with hotel or port pickup, entry fees, and return transport included. Bring swimwear, a towel, sunblock, cash, and a camera.

“The travel from Montego Bay is not for faint of heart. It is a very windy and curvy road through lush jungle to get to Appleton Estate. The drive is well worth it. Appleton Estates tour starts off with a cold beverage and walks through the hiRead more”

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Black River Safari, YS Falls and Appleton Estate - Black River’s crocodiles and quiet wetlands
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Black River Safari, YS Falls and Appleton Estate

13.Black River Safari, YS Falls and Appleton Estate

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · from $138

Travel from Negril by private vehicle to three South Coast highlights: a Black River boat safari, YS Falls with swimming and ziplining, and the Joy Spence Appleton Estate Rum Experience. Guides such as Demar, Andre, James, and Andrae are noted for friendly service, local insight, early pickups, and flexible help throughout the day.

“Black River Safari was a disappointment due to the rain. We understand things can happen but they knew when we paid it was going to rain as our driver mentioned that as soon as we got on the boat. Within minutes it poured, thunderstorms and lightning . We all got soaked.”

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South Coast Jamaica YS Falls Tour - Reaching the seven cascades by shuttle
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South Coast Jamaica YS Falls Tour

14.South Coast Jamaica YS Falls Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews · from $100Best value

Ride from Falmouth, Negril, Montego Bay, or Grand Palladium to YS Falls in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Your driver, such as George, Demar, or Louis, provides local details along the way. At the falls, a shuttle carries you uphill to seven cascades, natural pools, steps, changing rooms, and picnic tables. Admission costs extra.

“Our driver/guide George was wonderful. Informative on the drive from Sandals Whitehouse to YS pointing out beautiful landscape, cinnamon leaves, fruit etc and sharing his passion for the people of Jamaica. We were kept well informed witRead more”

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Private Seafood Tour and Floyds Pelican Bar or Black River Safari - Starting with brown stew fish at Arawak’s Rest Stop
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Private Seafood Tour and Floyds Pelican Bar or Black River Safari

15.Private Seafood Tour and Floyds Pelican Bar or Black River Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $194

Spend 6 to 7 hours tasting Jamaican seafood with a private guide and driver, including brown stew fish, escovitch fish, bammy, and Middle Quarters pepper shrimp. Dasayev, known as Das, leads the scenic trip from Montego Bay. Finish with a boat ride to Floyd’s Pelican Bar or a Black River Safari.

“This sea-food tour was the most delicious Jamaican food I’ve ever tasted! Our driver, Dasayev (aka Das) was amazing! He was patient & very kind! He told us a lot of JA history along the way & took us to the best stops for the best food! I loRead more”

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