YS Falls zipline and waterfall swimming from Montego Bay

Swim, climb and zipline at YS Falls in one morning or afternoon

A private 6-hour tour from Montego Bay to YS Falls includes hotel or cruise port pickup, guide-assisted waterfall climbing, swimming in multiple pools, rope swings, and optional ziplining through the jungle canopy. You choose between an 8am or 9am departure and spend the day on the YS Estate grounds with access to all activities and shaded rest areas.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit YS Falls and enjoy activities

• Drive to YS Falls and Park
• Climb the falls with guides
• Do rope swings and swim
• Relax under trees in shade
• Try zip lining
• Shop at the park

The experience

YS Falls sits on a private estate about an hour from Montego Bay, and the tour handles the drive both ways. Once you arrive, guides take you across the property to the falls themselves: a series of cascades that drop into natural pools. You can climb the falls with assistance from the guides, swing on ropes, or wade into the shallow sections to swim. The grounds include multiple pools at different levels, shaded areas under the trees if you want to sit out a stretch, and the zipline strung through the canopy overhead for anyone who wants that part of the day.

The tour runs 6 hours total and you pick either the 8am or 9am start time at checkout. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, whether you're staying in Montego Bay or docking at the cruise port. Bring swimwear, water shoes, a towel and a change of clothes. The estate has a shop on-site if you need anything else. Lunch is not included, so plan accordingly. A guide speaks English throughout the day, and a minimum of two people per booking is required.

What’s included

• Hotel or cruise port pickup and drop-off from Montego Bay.
• a guide for the full 6 hours.
• access to all falls, pools, rope swings and shaded rest areas.
• optional ziplining through the jungle canopy.

Options for this experience

2 options

8am DepartureGuide in English · 08:00Pickup is included, and the tour leaves at 8 am.

9am DepartureGuide in English · 09:00The tour departs at 9 am, and pickup is included.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day except Monday and ThursdayDepartures at 08:00 and 09:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (16 to 80 years) · Child (3 to 15 years) · Infant (under 1)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 33 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 10 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by VIP TOURS JAMAICA

Is this one for you?Choose the 8am departure if you want the cooler morning hours and more time to linger in the pools. The 9am start suits a slower morning before heading to the falls. Either way, the private booking means no large group crowding the pools or the zipline, and the 6-hour window gives you time to try everything or settle into whichever activities suit you best.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 15 years); Infant (under 1).

What is the zipline like at YS Falls?

The zipline runs through the jungle canopy across the estate grounds. It's available as an optional activity during your time at the falls. You can use it or skip it and spend the hours swimming, climbing or resting instead.

Can I swim at YS Falls, or is it just for looking?

YS Falls has several pools at different depths where you can swim. The shallow sections are safe for wading, and the guides can help you navigate the waterfall climbs if you want to go higher up the cascades.

How far is YS Falls from Montego Bay?

The drive from Montego Bay takes roughly an hour each way. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included in the tour price, so you don't arrange separate transport.

What should I bring to YS Falls?

Pack swimwear, water shoes, a beach towel, a dry change of clothes, and a camera. Bring cash if you want to buy anything at the on-site shop. Sunscreen and a hat are practical additions, though the estate has shaded areas under the trees.