The 15 Best YS Falls 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 $133

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.Appleton Estate Rum and Ys Falls Tour

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

Travel from Montego Bay in a private, air-conditioned car with a driver-guide such as Neil or Nigel. Visit Holland Bamboo, tour Appleton Estate, taste Jamaican rum, then swim at seven YS Falls cascades or try the zipline. Plan for a long, scenic day and confirm pickup details in advance.

“Wonderful experience, safe ride! A bit windy but you get to see the countryside , which is so green and beautiful. Book it, you won’t be disappointed.”

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6.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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7.YS Falls and Appleton Estate Private Rum Tour

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

Travel from Montego Bay in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to the Joy Spence Appleton Estate for a rum-making tour and tastings, then cool off at YS Falls. The day runs 8 to 10 hours, includes hotel or port pickup and entry fees, and leaves lunch to you.

“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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8.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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9.[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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10.Appleton Estate Rum Factory And YS Falls Inclusive Tours From Montego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $195

Travel from Montego Bay to YS Falls and Appleton Estate in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. Swim in natural pools, see seven waterfalls, learn old cane-juice methods, and sample Appleton rum. Driver Shane has been praised for making the long day comfortable.

“Huge thank you to our driver Shane for such an amazing day at Ys falls and Appleton estates. We stayed in Montego Bay, so it was quite a long drive and he made sure we were comfortable. We stopped for drinks and he was kind enough Read more”

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11.Private Appleton Estate Rum & YS Falls Tour from Montego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $225

Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle from Montego Bay to Appleton Estate and YS Falls. Learn rum-making, sample three rums, then swim, swing, or relax beneath seven waterfall tiers. Guides such as Keyon and driver Omar add local insight and flexible pacing.

“The Appleton Rum Estate tour was great! Learned alot about the history of Appleton rum while getting to enjoy a tour of the factory and a complimentary tasting of the various rums made onsite. Our tour guide Keyon was fun and knowledgeRead more”

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12.Pelican Bar, Appleton Rum Tour, YS Falls Jamaica south coast experience Montego

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4 reviews · from $300

Travel from Montego Bay to Jamaica’s south coast for a private day out at Floyd’s Pelican Bar, Appleton Estate Rum, and YS Falls. Guide Michael may lead your group, with time for sea views, rum tasting, waterfalls, swimming, and photos. Pickup and flexible departure times are available.

“We had a great tour, very informative and enjoyed everything! The YS falls was very interesting, had a great private tour guide, he took our pictures, then Appleton was very informative, answered lots of questions, guide there was knowledgeRead more”

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13.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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14.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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15.Private YS Falls Tour from Montego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $150

You’ll travel privately from Montego Bay to YS Falls, ride a tractor-pulled shuttle across the estate, and spend about two hours swimming, climbing the falls, using rope swings, or relaxing in the shade. Guides assist at the falls, and ziplining and shopping are available.

“Beautiful natural jamaica. Experienced, fantastic guide. We had a wonderful time, and highly recommend!”

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