The 11 Best Black River Safari Tours from Montego Bay

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

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

Choose up to three South Coast attractions on a private day trip from Montego Bay, Negril, or Grand Palladium resorts. Your driver handles the long, scenic route, while local guides lead activities at YS Falls, Black River, Appleton Estate, or Pelican Bar. Expect 6 to 8 hours, plus separate admission fees.

“We really enjoyed the Black River Safari, and spent about an hour at YS Falls and enjoyed jumping and swimming in the falls. The Appleton Rum Tour was okay, worth a visit if you're not well versed in distilleries - but for us we didn't learn anything new about their process compared to other rum or whiskey tours we've been on. Also we found $39 to be very overpriced when you're touring with 22 other people, should be capped at 10 persons IMO and the tastings could have been much more generous. We had 1 welcome mixed drink, and 3 TINY samplings of 3 of their rums. Most importantly, I…”

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

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

Travel from Negril with a private guide and air-conditioned vehicle, choosing any three of four south coast highlights: YS Falls, Black River Safari, Appleton Estate, and Floyd’s Pelican Bar. Guide Cedric is known for a funny, attentive style, but allow 4 to 5 hours for driving alone.

“My friends and I booked this package through Tripadvisor for our trip to Negril, and we were not disappointed. We were glad we chose a tour company because the roads are narrow and winding. The drive from Negril takes a couple of hoursRead more”

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

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

Spend 8 to 9 hours exploring Jamaica’s south coast in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. Swim at YS Falls, cruise the Black River for crocodile sightings, then take a boat to Floyd’s Pelican Bar. Drivers such as Shelton and Alex are named for their attentive service.

“The unspoiled beauty of this part of the island. The safari tour was very relaxing and YS waterfall was not as challenging as Duns River falls so it was much easier especially if it’s your first time”

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

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

Start at 7 a.m. with private pickup from Montego Bay, then visit Appleton Estate for rum-making and tastings, climb and swim at YS Falls, and cruise the Black River for crocodile sightings. Your guide and driver handle the long south-coast route, with Patrick praised for calm driving and a clean, cool car.

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

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

Travel from Montego Bay to YS Falls for swimming, rope swinging, and a rainforest jitney ride, then enjoy lunch and a pontoon safari on the Black River. Guides such as Ricardo and Jermaine add local stories, while the small group size keeps the day personal.

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $194

Spend 6 to 7 hours tasting Jamaica with private guide Dasayev, known as Das. Stop for brown stew fish, escovitch fish, bammy and Middle Quarters pepper shrimp, then take a boat to Floyd’s Pelican Bar or cruise Black River among crocodiles.

“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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7.Appleton Estate, Ys Falls and Black River Safari Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $242

Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle from Montego Bay to Appleton Estate, YS Falls, and the Black River. Expect rum-making stories and tastings, guided waterfall fun, and a one-hour crocodile and bird safari. Randy is one guide named in feedback for his friendly, helpful service.

“The driver was punctual and very informative. He went above and beyond to ensure our requests were met and that we got to each tour safely.”

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8.[PRIVATE] YS Falls, Black River, Pelican Bar – Entrance & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $347

Travel privately from Montego Bay to Jamaica’s south coast with a guide such as Adrian or Alrick. Cruise the Black River, ride a jitney and zipline at YS Falls, then take a boat to Pelican Bar. Lunch, hotel transport, admissions, and cooler drinks are included, but zipline and bar drinks cost extra.

“Our excursion was so awesome! Our tour guide, Sedrick, was truly amazing and so accommodating. He picked us up on time and he had a cooler full of ice cold drinks to quench our thirst for the adventures ahead. We booked a private tour tRead more”

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9.Private Black River Safari Tour from Montego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · from $160

Ride from Montego Bay into rural Jamaica, then take a one-hour shaded boat trip on the Black River. Look for wild crocodiles and birds while learning about the river’s ecology and past. Private pickup and drop-off are included, with driver Patrick singled out for safe, helpful service.

“Great experience, crocodiles, wildlife and lots of clear and entertaining information. Relaxed comfortable environment”

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10.Black River Safari and Ys Falls Tour and Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 7 - 8 hours · from $233

Join Randy for a private 7 to 8-hour South Coast outing from your hotel or cruise ship. Cruise the Black River for crocodiles, birds, and local history, then ride a tractor-pulled jitney to YS Falls, where seven cascades and a four-foot pool await.

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11.Appleton Estate Rum, YS Falls, Black River Safari / Floyd’s Pelican Bar Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $275

Build a private Montego Bay day around three South Coast stops: swim at YS Falls, sample rum at Appleton Estate, cruise Black River, or boat to Floyd’s Pelican Bar. Drivers such as Renardo and Lorenzo provide hotel transfers, but admission fees are extra.

“We toured Appleton estates, ys falls, and Floyd’s Pelican bar. We had a great experience at each location thanks to our driver, Renardo from Jamaica Mesmerizing Tours. He made sure we were accommodated at each location while giving uRead more”

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