The 15 Best Black River Safari Tours in St Elizabeth

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

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

Build a private South Coast day from up to three stops: swim at YS Falls, watch crocodiles on the Black River, sample Appleton rum, or boat to Floyd’s Pelican Bar. Hotel pickup from Montego Bay, Negril, and Grand Palladium resorts is included, with guides such as Marc, Wayne, Adrian, and Cedrick often praised for local insight.

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

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2.Tour to Black River and YS Falls

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

Join Everald’s Jamaica Private Day Tours from Negril for a full day at YS Falls, a Black River boat safari, and Floyd’s Pelican Bar. Expect hotel pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, admission at each stop, and about four hours on the road.

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

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

Start from Negril with a private driver and guide, then choose any three of four southern Jamaica highlights: YS Falls, Black River Safari, Appleton Estate, or Floyd’s Pelican Bar. Expect long road time, separate admission fees, and personal service from guides such as Cedric.

“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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4.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 Black River for alligator and bird sightings, then reach Pelican Bar by boat. Entry and transport are included, while food, drinks, and an optional rum tour cost extra.

“Our day was great and made more enjoyable with our guide/driver Rayon! Starting at YS Falls to relax and enjoy all its beauty. Rayon treated us to coconuts on our way to Black River Safari where we then took a scenic boat ride to view birRead more”

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

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

From Montego Bay, your private air-conditioned vehicle takes you to YS Falls, a Black River boat safari, and Floyd’s Pelican Bar. Drivers such as Shelton and Alex add patient local stories, music, and humor. Plan for 8 to 9 hours, with separate admission fees at YS Falls and the safari.

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

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

Leave Montego Bay at 7:00 am for a private south-coast day. Tour the Joy Spence Appleton Estate, taste Jamaican rum and sugarcane products, swim at YS Falls, then cruise the Black River for crocodiles and birds. Guide Patrick has earned special praise for his driving and cool, clean 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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7.YS Falls and Black River Safari Guided Tour from Montego Bay and Grand Palladium

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

Ride from Montego Bay or Grand Palladium through Jamaica’s mountain villages to YS Falls, then enjoy lunch and a pontoon cruise on the Black River. You’ll have time to swim, try the rope swing, and watch for crocodiles and birds. Drivers such as Ricardo and Jermaine are known for adding helpful local commentary.

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

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

Spend 6 to 8 hours exploring Jamaica’s South Coast, from Appleton Estate’s rum-making process to YS Falls, a Black River cruise, and Floyd’s Pelican Bar. Private air-conditioned transport, lunch, admission fees, and pickup from Negril, West End, or Montego Bay are included.

“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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9.Black River Safari, YS Falls and Appleton Estate

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

Travel by private vehicle from Negril to the Black River, YS Falls, and the Joy Spence Appleton Estate. Expect crocodile spotting, swimming or ziplining, a relaxed lunch stop, and a rum-making tour. Drivers such as Demar, Andre, James, and Andrae have been praised for punctual, friendly service.

“this tour was worth it, only saw 2 crocodiles, rum factory was interesting but long dragged out tour.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $194

Set out from Montego Bay with guide Das for a private six-to-seven-hour food tour through southern Jamaica. Try brown stew fish, escovitch fish, bammy, and pepper shrimp, then choose a boat trip to Floyd’s Pelican Bar or 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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11.Appleton Estate, Ys Falls and Black River Safari Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $242

Spend 6 to 8 hours exploring southern Jamaica by private, air-conditioned vehicle. Visit Appleton Estate for rum-making exhibits and tastings, climb YS Falls, then cruise the Black River with a guide. Drivers such as Randy add local insight, and admission fees are included.

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $347

Travel from Montego Bay with a private guide such as Alrick, Adrian, or Andrae to spot crocodiles on the Black River, ride a jitney and optional zipline at YS Falls, then reach Pelican Bar by boat. Hotel transport, lunch, and drinks are included, while the 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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13.YS Falls and Black River Safari South Coast from Negril Jamaica

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $129

Travel from Negril in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with a local guide, cruise Black River by pontoon boat to spot crocodiles and birds, then swim or zipline at seven-tiered YS Falls. Guide Jessie has shared Jamaican history and fresh fruit stops with visitors on this route.

“We booked Vassianna tours for trip to YS falls and the experience was 10/10. Our driver name was Jessie, he picked us up from our hotel in Negril. He told us about Jamaica’s history which was pretty cool. On the way we got fresh fruits from Read more”

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14.Private Black River Safari Tour from Montego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · from $160

Travel from Montego Bay into rural Jamaica for a one-hour shaded boat ride on the Black River. Your private guide explains the river’s wildlife, ecology, and past while you watch crocodiles, birds, and tropical plant life. Driver Patrick is praised for safe, thoughtful service.

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

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15.Black River Safari, YS Falls and Floyd’s Pelican Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $133

Start at 8 a.m. from your Negril hotel with a private, air-conditioned ride. See Black River wildlife, spend two hours at YS Falls, then reach Floyd’s Pelican Bar by boat for food, drinks, and a sea swim. Guides named for this service include Demar Gray, Dewar, and Kevin.

“Great adventure to the YS falls where we swam under waterfalls and swung like Tarzan into crystal blue waters. Crocs were showing off in the black river. And a trip to Floyd’s pelican bar with a fresh fried snapper can’t be beat.”

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