Drift along Jamaica's Black Riveron on a pontoon boat, taking in the sights and sounds of the jungle while your local guide points out native crocs that love to mingle in the mangroves here. Next, you'll stop at YS Falls, where you can cool off with a swim in one of the natural pools here, before following the bamboo arches of Holland Bamboo Avenue towards Appleton Estate. Here, you'll visit the distillery, press your own sugar cane and even taste honey‑toned rum.
YS Falls, Black River and Appleton Estate full-day tour
- You'll spend a day in Jamaica's jungle with a guide who'll teach you about the local ecosystem
- You get to visit the Appleton Rum Estate and enjoy a rum-tasting
- There's plenty of time for you to swim in the natural pools at YS Falls
Admission fees
Lunch
Transport
Guide
- You must be 18 or over to take part in the rum-tasting, or drink any alcohol during the tour
- Some parts of the falls are quite rocky, so we recommend wearing water shoes
- Not suitable for wheelchairs
- Bring bathing gear and sunblock
- Bring a towel
- Bring money for extras or gratuities
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