Jamaica · BLACK RIVER SAFARI & PELICAN BAR

Black River Safari & Pelican Bar: The 15 Best Trips

30 tours  ·  from $110 a head

A mangrove river full of crocodiles on the south coast, and a bar built on stilts a mile out on a sandbar. These 15 combine them with YS Falls and Appleton, priced and clear about the length of the day.

YS Falls, Black River Safari, Appleton Rum Tour OR Pelican Bar (Choose Up to 3) - Black River Safari, crocodiles and a slower view of Jamaica
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YS Falls, Black River Safari, Appleton Rum Tour OR Pelican Bar (Choose Up to 3)

1.YS Falls, Black River Safari, Appleton Rum Tour OR Pelican Bar (Choose Up to 3)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 90 reviews · from $195Our pick

Spend 6 to 8 hours exploring Jamaica’s South Coast in a private vehicle with a local driver-guide. Choose three stops from YS Falls, Black River Safari, Appleton Estate, and Floyd’s Pelican Bar. Guides such as Marc, Wayne, Adrian, Cedrick, and Dale are praised for local insight, food stops, and flexible service.

“We had a fantastic time with our excursion. This was very much in part to Cedrick our AWESOME guide. I do not know if you can request specific guides, but if you can, we cannot stress enough how Cedrick made this day wonderful. We wanted to try more food and experience more of the Jamaican foot and Cedrick made that happen. He helped us to try the non-resort side of Jamaica throughout the day. We tried great pattys, fruit, chicken, pork, and more! HIs outlook on life, great conversation, and general demeanor made everything top notch. We ended up doing the Appleton Rum Estate, Y.S. Falls, and the Pelican Bar…”

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Tour to Black River and YS Falls - Black River: Crocodiles Among the Mangroves
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Tour to Black River and YS Falls

2.Tour to Black River and YS Falls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · from $200

Travel from Negril in a clean, air-conditioned vehicle with experienced guide Everald, then visit YS Falls, cruise Black River for crocodiles and mangroves, and take a 10-minute boat ride to Floyd’s Pelican Bar. Admissions and pickup are included, with groups capped at 15.

“From start to finish the trip was fantastic. Everald our tour guide was amazing. Kept us entertained on jamaican history & facts throughout our whole tour when on the road. As a family of 3 it was a private trip on a fully air conditioned minibus, Read more”

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YS Falls & Pelican Bar Tour - What the private vehicle adds
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YS Falls & Pelican Bar Tour

3.YS Falls & Pelican Bar Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 35 reviews · from $120Best value

Travel by air-conditioned vehicle from Negril to YS Falls and Floyd’s Pelican Bar with a private driver-guide such as Marlon or Vincente. Expect a flexible day, hotel pickup, and local insight along the way. The $120 price covers transportation, but YS Falls entry and the boat to Pelican Bar cost extra.

“Everything was wonderful and not full of crowds. Very authentic Jamaican experience. We also stopped for an amazing lunch and met a very nice family.”

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Appleton estate,YS Falls,Black River Safari,Pelican Bar(any 3of4) - Black River Safari and Jamaica’s longest river
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Appleton estate,YS Falls,Black River Safari,Pelican Bar(any 3of4)

4.Appleton estate,YS Falls,Black River Safari,Pelican Bar(any 3of4)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $180

Travel from Negril in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with a professional guide, choosing any three of four southwest Jamaica stops: YS Falls, Black River Safari, Appleton Estate, and Floyd’s Pelican Bar. Expect waterfalls, crocodiles, rum, a floating bar, and 4 to 5 hours of road time between the sites.

“My friends and I booked this package through Tripadvisor for our trip to Negril, and we were not disappointed. We were glad we chose a tour company because the roads are narrow and winding. The drive from Negril takes a couple of hoursRead more”

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Full-Day South Coast - YS Falls, Pelican Bar & Black River Safari - The drive from Negril to Jamaica’s South Coast
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Full-Day South Coast – YS Falls, Pelican Bar & Black River Safari

5.Full-Day South Coast – YS Falls, Pelican Bar & Black River Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $250

Travel from Negril in an air-conditioned vehicle with a private driver such as Rayon or Gordon. Swim at seven-tiered YS Falls, cruise the Black River for crocodile and bird sightings, then ride out to Pelican Bar. Entry and transport are included, while meals, drinks, and an optional Appleton Estate rum tour cost extra.

“Our day was great and made more enjoyable with our guide/driver Rayon! Starting at YS Falls to relax and enjoy all its beauty. Rayon treated us to coconuts on our way to Black River Safari where we then took a scenic boat ride to view birRead more”

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YS Falls, Black River Safari, and Floyd's Pelican Bar Day-Trip (Transportation) - YS Falls: seven cascades and natural swimming pools
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YS Falls, Black River Safari, and Floyd’s Pelican Bar Day-Trip (Transportation)

6.YS Falls, Black River Safari, and Floyd’s Pelican Bar Day-Trip (Transportation)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $133

Spend 8 to 9 hours exploring Jamaica’s south coast in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. Visit seven waterfalls at YS Falls, cruise the Black River lower morass for crocodile sightings, then take a fishing boat to Floyd’s Pelican Bar. Drivers such as Shelton and Alex are known for adding local stories and flexible help along the way.

“Excellent experience. My driver was very proffessional and attentive. Everything went perfect and Floyd's Pelican bar was a unique experience. Totaly worth it”

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Private Appleton YS Falls and Black River Tour from Montego Bay - A morning at the Joy Spence Appleton Estate
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Private Appleton YS Falls and Black River Tour from Montego Bay

7.Private Appleton YS Falls and Black River Tour from Montego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 18 reviews · from $270

Spend about eight hours exploring Jamaica’s south coast with a private guide and driver. Tour the Joy Spence Appleton Estate, swim and rope-swing at YS Falls, then cruise the Black River to spot crocodiles and birds. Hotel pickup, entrance fees, and drinks at Appleton are included, but lunch and gratuity are not.

“Appleton estate was great and so was the safari, the falls was closed due to weather, but the pelican bay was ok.”

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Appleton Estate Rum Tour and Pelican Bar Customize Tour - Inside Appleton Estate, Jamaica’s old rum center
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Appleton Estate Rum Tour and Pelican Bar Customize Tour

8.Appleton Estate Rum Tour and Pelican Bar Customize Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · from $120

Travel from Montego Bay with guide Errol through three Jamaican parishes to Appleton Estate, where you’ll see rum production and taste local blends. After a stop beneath a 2.5-mile bamboo archway, take a 10-minute boat ride to Floyd’s Pelican Bar for Jamaican food by the sea. Admission and lunch cost extra.

“Our driver Errol was an amazing driver, he was very informative with the history of jamaica as we proceeded unto our journey. We made a couple of pit stops along the way to take pictures of the natural beauty of the country. All in all we had an amazing time big up!! to Errol ✊”

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YS Falls and Black River Safari Guided Tour from Montego Bay and Grand Palladium - YS Falls, seven levels of water and forest
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YS Falls and Black River Safari Guided Tour from Montego Bay and Grand Palladium

9.YS Falls and Black River Safari Guided Tour from Montego Bay and Grand Palladium

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · from $145

From Montego Bay or Grand Palladium, ride through Jamaica’s hill villages to YS Falls for swimming, rope swings, and rainforest views. After lunch, take a pontoon cruise on the Black River to spot crocodiles, egrets, eagles, crabs, and water lilies. Ricardo, Jermaine, or Scott may be among the drivers, though assignments vary.

“Great place to visit and the company puts your experience as a customer at the forefront of their priority! Great service and escorting features. Jermaine was an outstanding host and driver. Thanks alot!!”

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Black River Safari, YS Falls and Appleton Estate - Black River: Crocodiles From the Water
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Black River Safari, YS Falls and Appleton Estate

10.Black River Safari, YS Falls and Appleton Estate

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · from $138

Travel privately from Negril with a driver such as Demar, Andre, or James to spot crocodiles on the Black River, swim or zipline at YS Falls, and tour Appleton Estate. The day lasts about 5 to 8 hours. Transport is included, but admission fees and lunch are extra.

“Black River Safari was a disappointment due to the rain. We understand things can happen but they knew when we paid it was going to rain as our driver mentioned that as soon as we got on the boat. Within minutes it poured, thunderstorms and lightning . We all got soaked.”

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Private Seafood Tour and Floyds Pelican Bar or Black River Safari - Scott’s Cove brings escovitch fish and bammy
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Private Seafood Tour and Floyds Pelican Bar or Black River Safari

11.Private Seafood Tour and Floyds Pelican Bar or Black River Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $194

Spend 6 to 7 hours tasting Jamaica with a private driver, starting with brown stew fish and ending at either Floyd’s Pelican Bar or Black River Safari. Dasayev, known as Das, adds local history and food knowledge along the route. Breakfast, lunch, air-conditioned transport, and the boat ride are included.

“This sea-food tour was the most delicious Jamaican food I’ve ever tasted! Our driver, Dasayev (aka Das) was amazing! He was patient & very kind! He told us a lot of JA history along the way & took us to the best stops for the best food! I loRead more”

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Shared or Private FD Appleton Rum, YS Falls & Pelican Bar - Appleton Estate: rum, sugar cane, and a proper tasting
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Shared or Private FD Appleton Rum, YS Falls & Pelican Bar

12.Shared or Private FD Appleton Rum, YS Falls & Pelican Bar

★★★★★★★★★★3.1 · 8 reviews

Spend eight hours exploring Jamaica’s south coast. Tour Appleton Estate, taste its rum, swim at YS Falls, eat a Jamaican patty and lunch, then take a boat to Floyd’s Pelican Bar. Choose a private or small-group outing, with hotel pickup and guides available in English, Dutch, French, or German.

“Der Ausflug hat für uns leider nicht stattgefunden denn wir wurden nicht abgeholt. Enttäuschend wenn einem im Traumziel Jamaika dann keine Alternative angeboten wird. Kostenerstattung problemlos. Wer auf der sicheren Seite sein will bucht besser über seinen Reiseanbieter!!”

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Appleton Estate, Ys Falls and Black River Safari Private Tour - The Black River Safari slows the pace
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Appleton Estate, Ys Falls and Black River Safari Private Tour

13.Appleton Estate, Ys Falls and Black River Safari Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $242

Spend six to eight hours with a private driver visiting Appleton Estate, YS Falls, and the Black River. Expect rum-making stories and tastings, guided waterfall time, and a one-hour safari for crocodiles, birds, and river life. Driver Randy has earned praise for being punctual, informative, and helpful when weather changes plans.

“The driver was punctual and very informative. He went above and beyond to ensure our requests were met and that we got to each tour safely.”

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[PRIVATE] YS Falls, Black River, Pelican Bar - Entrance & Lunch - YS Falls: pools, jitney rides, and the zipline question
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[PRIVATE] YS Falls, Black River, Pelican Bar – Entrance & Lunch

14.[PRIVATE] YS Falls, Black River, Pelican Bar – Entrance & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $347

Travel from Montego Bay with a private guide to see crocodiles on the Black River, ride a jitney and zipline at YS Falls, then reach Pelican Bar by boat. Lunch, hotel transport, and entry fees are included. Guides such as Adrian, Alrick, Andrae, and Cedric have led similar outings, but confirm your guide when booking.

“Sheila and I enjoyed this tour immensely. Adrian is 'da bomb and treated us to an excellent day exploring the South Coast. YS Falls, Black River and Pelican Bar were the points of interest, all fabulous places to visit. He also took us to a grRead more”

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YS Falls and Black River Safari South Coast from Negril Jamaica - Leaving Negril in a private vehicle
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YS Falls and Black River Safari South Coast from Negril Jamaica

15.YS Falls and Black River Safari South Coast from Negril Jamaica

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $129

Travel from Negril in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a local guide to the Black River for a crocodile and bird safari, then visit seven-tiered YS Falls. Jessie is one guide named in the tour details. Plan on 5 to 6 hours, plus $47 per person for the two entrance fees, with lunch and ziplining optional.

“We booked Vassianna tours for trip to YS falls and the experience was 10/10. Our driver name was Jessie, he picked us up from our hotel in Negril. He told us about Jamaica’s history which was pretty cool. On the way we got fresh fruits from Read more”

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