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Appleton Estate YS Falls & Black River from Montego Bay or Negril

4.6 · 120 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 91% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Jamaica Operated by Attractions of the Caribbean - Jamaica Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
7h–8h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
09:00 · Hotel pickup included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Combine YS Falls and a Black River boat safari with a rum distillery visit and tasting.

Jamaican lunch and a tasting of three aged rums are included; the selected arrival time is earlier than neither pickup nor departure, so check your pickup time.

Best for: Book Appleton, Black River, YS Fall: rum tasting, safari and lunch, 7h–8h at €144 per person, 4.62 from 120 reviews; checkout shows arrival, not pickup. Rum & Food Tours comparison

Trade-off: Checkout time is arrival time, not pickup.

In our comparison: #75 of 79 in Dunn's River Falls & Waterfalls, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

Editorial check: October 7, 2026How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €144 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Black River Safari with Wildlife Sightings
  • Dig into an authentic Jamaican lunch at the beautiful full-service restaurant and bar
  • Shop for your original Appleton keepsakes in the gift shop
  • Explore the rum distillery and the ageing house
  • Explore one of the longest rivers on the island via a boat tour along the swamp’s main waterway
  • Guided tasting of three of Appleton Estate’s premium aged rums
  • Joy Spence Appleton Estate Rum Experience
  • YS boasts seven stunning waterfalls where cool, clear waters cascade into naturally forming pools
  • Cruise down the river in the midst of towering mangrove trees and lush plant life
  • Savour your favourite Appleton Estate cocktail as well as sweet sugar cane and molasses on your tour
  • YS Falls with Natural Spring Pools and Relaxing Gardens
  • View crocodiles sunning alongside the banks and over 100 species of birds in their natural habitat
  • Hotel pickup and dropoff
  • This trip will also have you viewing over 100 species of birds in their natural habitat
  • Immerse yourself in the exclusive Joy Spence Appleton Estate Rum Experience
  • Lunch included in this package
  • Lookout for whistling ducks, egrets and other wildlife as you go along
  • Get ready to experience a deeper appreciation of Appleton Estate Rum
  • Appleton Estate is the oldest and most famous sugar estate and distillery in Jamaica
  • Tour Bus with Knowledgeable Tour Guide
  • Other food and beverage available for sale
  • Appleton Estate Rums and other souvenirs are available for sale

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 6 October 2026.

Reviews

4.6
120 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

91% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 109 of 120

Star breakdown of all 120 ratings

5 stars
91 · 76%
4 stars
18 · 15%
3 stars
8 · 7%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
3 · 3%

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Departure
09:00 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
Hotel pickup included
Operator
Attractions of the Caribbean - Jamaica; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Let’s go on a journey to the South coast of Jamaica. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery and abundant vegetation as you travel through the hills and valleys of the lush landscape. Feel free to relax as your experienced driver navigates the narrow, winding country roads through the mountainous areas, and your tour guide wows you with history and fun facts of our precious island. Your Appleton Estate Triple pass gives you access to the historic YS Falls, Black River Safari and the renowned Joy Spence Appleton Estate Rum Experience.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Journey may cause motion sickness

Children

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Good to know

  • Food included see what is included

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Dunn's River Falls & Waterfalls

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #75 of 79€1447h–8h4.62 (120)shared
Blue Hole only-from Ocho Rios€363h4.97 (213)private
[PRIVATE] Dunn's River Falls with Entrance Fees€1444h4.99 (82)private
Full-Day Tour of Blue Hole and Dunn's River Falls, Including Fees€1687h5.0 (63)private

Ranked #75 of 79 in Dunn's River Falls & Waterfalls by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €32 to €320, median €123; typical length 5h. 31 of 79 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 79 Dunn's River Falls & Waterfalls

From €144 per adult