Black River Safari and YS Falls tour: Wildlife and waterfalls
Crocodiles, tropical birds and a freshwater waterfall in one morning
A five to six hour private tour from Negril or Montego Bay combines Black River's wildlife viewing with time at YS Falls, where you swim in freshwater pools or zipline over the falls. Your guide leads both stops. Transport and vehicle are included. Entrance fees ($20 per person at each site) are separate.
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Black River Safari and YS Falls visit
- See wildlife at Black River
- Explore YS Falls and swim
- Optional zipline over falls
- Have lunch at YS Falls
- Black River 1h 30m
- YS Falls 2h
What’s included
- Private air-conditioned transportation.
- English-speaking guide at both stops.
- flexible timing so you can spend as long as you need at each site.
- specialized infant seats if traveling with young children.
Times
- Thursday to Sunday 08:00 08:30
Before you book
Operated by DG TOURS
Prices and times updated 2 days ago
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The experience
Black River is where you see the wildlife: indigenous crocodiles, birds and plants that live in the river ecosystem. The tour lets you set the pace: spend as long as you want at either stop, and the driver will work around your schedule. You pick the order of the two sites depending on what suits your day.
YS Falls is Jamaica's most popular waterfall, with a freshwater pool at the base where you can swim. If you want something more active, ziplining over the falls is an option at the site. Lunch is available there, though you'll arrange and pay for it separately. The whole experience, both stops plus transport, runs five to six hours from pickup.
Your guide speaks English throughout. The vehicle is air-conditioned, and if you're traveling with infants or small children, specialized seats are available. Public transportation options exist near both attractions if you want to explore on your own once you arrive.
Is this one for you?Choose the Negril departure if you're staying on the west coast. Pick Montego Bay if you're based further east. Either way, the flexible schedule means you're not locked into a fixed itinerary. You control how long you linger at the river or the falls.
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Top questions
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
What kind of wildlife will I see at Black River?
Black River is home to indigenous crocodiles, tropical birds and native plants. The river itself is the draw. You're there to observe the animals and vegetation in their habitat, not to swim or wade.
Can I swim at YS Falls?
Yes. YS Falls has a freshwater pool at the base where you can swim. You can also choose to zipline over the falls if you prefer. Both options are available once you arrive at the site.
Do I have to visit the sites in a particular order?
No. The tour is flexible, so you and your guide can decide whether to start at Black River or YS Falls depending on what works best for your day.
What's included in the price, and what costs extra?
Private transport and the air-conditioned vehicle are included. Entrance fees are $20 per person at each attraction (Black River and YS Falls), and lunch at YS Falls is your own cost.
Where does the tour pick me up?
You choose your starting point at checkout: either Negril or Montego Bay. The driver will collect you from your hotel or accommodation in that area.
Black River Safari and YS Falls tour: Wildlife and waterfalls
5h–6h · EN · at your hotel
from US$ 250 per group
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