Appleton Estate, Black River Safari and YS Falls
Description
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.
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Itinerary
Immerse yourself in the exclusive Joy Spence Appleton Estate Rum Experience. The Appleton Estate is the oldest and most famous sugar estate and distillery in Jamaica in continuous production, and has been handcrafting some of the finest rum in the world since 1749. Savour your favorite Appleton Estate cocktail as well as sweet sugar cane and molasses on your tour. Take further joy in exploring the rum distillery, the ageing house and a guided tasting of three of Appleton Estate’s premium aged rums. You can also shop for your original Appleton keepsakes in the gift shop. Don’t forget to dig into an authentic Jamaican lunch at the beautiful full-service restaurant and bar with both indoor and outdoor seating. Get ready to experience a deeper appreciation of Appleton Estate Rum and a further love for the excellence of Jamaica.
Explore one of the longest rivers on the island by taking a boat tour along the swamp’s main waterway. The Black River got its name from the darkness of the river bed caused by thick layers of decomposing vegetation. Cruise down the river in the midst of towering mangrove trees and lush plant life, while surrounded by crocodiles sunning alongside the banks. This trip will also have you viewing over 100 species of birds in their natural habitat. Be on the lookout for whistling ducks, egrets and other wildlife as you go along. Enjoy the scenic ride as you navigate the river with a local guide showcasing the true beauty of the island.
Located off the beaten path on the South Coast, you’ll arrive at the famous YS falls. YS boasts seven stunning waterfalls where cool, clear waters cascade into naturally forming pools; perfect for a dip or a photo op. Originally a cane farm with a working factory, YS Falls opened its doors to visitors as a nature-based attraction in 1992, offering the opportunity to experience the exceptional beauty of the waterfalls surrounded by magnificent gardens and trees. YS Falls is the perfect place to experience authentic Jamaica, locals and visitors alike take advantage of this Jamaican gem.
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Pickup Locations & Times
ARRIVAL TIME Please note the time selected during checkout is your arrival time, not the hotel pickup time. Hotel pickups commence approximately 90 - 180 minutes prior to this time depending on the hotel location. HOTEL PICKUP The hotel pickup time will vary based on distance. Our reservations team will reach out to the guest to advise on their specific hotel pickup time. Please make sure to check your email for this information. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us.
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Important Information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- ARRIVAL TIME Please note the time selected during checkout is your arrival time, not the hotel pickup time. Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 90 minutes prior to this time depending on the hotel location.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum 18 years and older to consume alcohol
- The Joy Spence Appleton Estate Rum Experience is approximately 2 hours away from Montego Bay and Negril
- There will be scheduled rest stops along the journey
- Journey may cause motion sickness
- At Appleton Estate, photos can be taken except for in the distillery
- Some areas of waterfalls are fairly rocky, as such water shoes are recommended
- Please note that this tour requires a minimum number of guests to operate. Should your this tour not be confirmed for your selected tour date, we will make contacted in advance to offer a rescheduled date, suitable alternative tour or a full refund.
Reviews(85)
The representative from Amstar was very nice and helpful explaining all of the excursions. I had a great time going to the black river safari, ys falls and definitely enjoyed the Appleton Estate tour.
It was fun but way too short at the falls. The crocodile river was fun as well and so much to see. Appleton was ok but the falls made up for any short comings.
Dear Kim_B Thank you for sharing your feedback and for choosing this excursion. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the Black River Safari and found YS Falls to be a highlight of your experience. It's great to know that the natural beauty of the falls helped make your day memorable. We appreciate your comments regarding the time spent at YS Falls. Guest feedback is valuable to us, and we continually review our experiences to ensure they provide the best possible balance of activities and time at each location. Thank you again for your review. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future. Kind Regards, Chukka Guest Experience Team
Tiffany was great! I enjoyed the tour
Good excursion. Versatile. Rum is top-notch. Clear recommendation.
Staff was amazing! Tiffany was the best guide we had a blast!
Our guide was very knowledgeable. He pointed out several birds and flowers. The most amazing part was when he actually called crocodiles to the boat. He petted one and gave her a hand shake. It was awesome! YS Falls is beautiful. The water is cool and refreshing. A guide helps you walk your way to the top while stopping to take pictures of you. Appleton Estates was fun and interesting. You learn how rum is made and how to tell if it’s aged. After the tour you get to do rum tasting and shop in the gift shop.
Very well organized, with friendly guides giving good explanations and useful information.
A fantastic and well-organized excursion ! The day was rich, diverse, and incredibly complete — from the peaceful Black River safari with crocodiles to the stunning YS Falls and the authentic Appleton Estate experience. Everything flowed smoothly, and the guides were knowledgeable and engaging throughout. It is a long day with quite a bit of travel, but absolutely worth it given how much you get to see and experience in one trip. Highly recommended if you want to make the most of your time in Jamaica !
This was an amazing tour! The bartender was charismatic, our tour guide Peter was knowledgeable and personable, and the rum was delicious. The food was also very tasty. Highly recommend! Combined with the the Black River Safari and YS falls this made for a long day from Negril (11 hours) but it is worth it. You also get to see the Jamaican countryside.
The entire experience was great. YS falls was so fun, the safari was awesome, and the Appleton tour was very good. Tiffany was super knowledgeable and made everything fun!
