Jamaica · Wildlife

Private YS Falls and Black River Safari from Falmouth

9 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Falmouth. Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Private full-day South Coast tour from Falmouth
  • 02 Visit the cascading 7-tiered YS Falls
  • 03 Ride a tractor jitney through the YS Falls property
  • 04 Swim in natural pools and enjoy the lush surroundings
  • 05 Cruise the Black River on a safari boat
  • 06 Look out for crocodiles, eagles, birds, and river wildlife
  • 07 Scenic drive through Jamaica’s countryside and farming villages

Discover Jamaica’s scenic South Coast on a private full-day journey from Falmouth, combining the natural beauty of YS Falls with a wildlife-spotting safari along the Black River. Travel through the countryside, mountains, and farming villages before arriving at one of the island’s best-known waterfall attractions.

At YS Falls, enjoy a tractor jitney ride through the estate before spending time by the cascading seven-tiered falls, natural pools, and lush surroundings. Later, head to the Black River for a safari boat ride where you may spot crocodiles, birds, and other native wildlife in their natural habitat.

Get your cameras ready as your Safari Captain call the crocodiles, feed them chicken meat and pet them - no, your tour guide is not crazy but they have an excellent relationship with their friends from the Safari and are ready to share their experience and expertise with you!

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Montego Bay, Falmouth, Black River
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Greenwood Great House

The Greenwood Great House (Plantation home) was constructed in the early 18th Century. Like most, if not all the other Great Houses in Jamaica, the Greenwood Great House was built at high elevation. One could say that this was a strategy used back in the plantation era as a means of overlooking the plantation and also for security purposes. This house, unlike the Rose Hall Great House, is not haunted but of a more peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. The history and the architecture of the house is what will blow you away. As you pass by, feel free to take photos when your tour guide slows down.

Rose Hall Great House (Haunted Mansion)

This Rose Hall Great House is an early 18th century plantation home that sits on a high elevation on thousands of acres in Rose Hall, Montego Bay. The Rose Hall Great House was once owned by the famous and certainly one of the wickedest plantation owners to walk the land of Jamaica, Annie Palmer. She owned hundreds of slaves. This house became haunted after her gruesome death in 1831. The house is scary to look at even in the daytime. There is no stop at the Rose Hall Great House on your way to Negril however, your tour guide will tell you the history and slow down so that you can take photos.

YS Falls

Explore the South Coast of Jamaica on this private, full-day tour. Driving the countryside, going across the mountains, through small farming villages where nearly all the locals live off the land? The ride to the south coast is approx.. 1hr 30mins. 

At YS Falls, tractor jitney will take you on a 10 minutes ride through the 2,600 acres property and up to the falls. The YS Falls property is home to horses, cattle, massive guango and mango trees. At the Falls you can soak yourself in the 100% natural pools, swing on Tarzan Ropes, swim, etc. It is the perfect choice for a romantic getaway or if you wish to break away from the hustle and bustle of the busy resort property. The YS Falls is an attraction highlighted by a cascading, 7-tiered waterfall. There is also an expansive wading pool, exciting canopy ride which careen down the alley high above the falls, and river tube rides — all with spectacular views of the surrounding area Total time at the YS Falls will be approx.. 1hr 30mins.

Black River Safari

What a memorable day it has been so far! Now you are at the Riverside Dock. After lunch, you will meet your Safari Tour Guide, hop into a safari boat and float along the Black River. Along the way, watch for crocodiles, eagles, and more wildlife in their natural environment. Black River and its wildlife, including endemic bird species, crabs, rare or endemic plants such as water lilies and others - North American crocodiles and Tarpons also occupy their space in the Black River. 

Get your cameras ready as your Safari Captain call the crocodiles, feed them chicken meat and pet them - no, your tour guide is not crazy but they have an excellent relationship with their friends from the Safari and are ready to share their experience and expertise with you! You might even see local fishers snorkeling the river collecting their crab traps or spear fishing right there among the crocodiles and other wildlife - and no, they're not crazy! It's just a way of life!

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Falmouth. 3 cities · 9 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Professional guide
  • Local taxes
  • Bottled water
  • Food and drinks included in the entrance fee

What's Not Included

  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • YS Falls and Black River

Know before you go

  • WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
  • STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
  • INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
  • A maximum of 4 people per booking
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please bring US$40 per person for entrance fee and lunch
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
  • • If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified reconfirmation period, please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly
  • • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
  • • Please bring USD$40 per person for admission and lunch.
  • Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
  • Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of our guests, persons may be prevented from participating if found to be intoxicated or showing signs of intoxication. If as a result, your tour is canceled you will not be entitled to a refund
  • We pickup from most Falmouth Hotels. Customers are required to contact us at least 24 hours prior to the day of the tour to reconfirm your booking and arrange a central pickup point.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Falmouth.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Falmouth.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 9 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Falmouth..

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