Jamaica: YS Falls and Black River Safari Day Tour

We had originally booked the combo with Appleton Estates, but this was not available- instead we were offered a very small group with a wonderful guide Julian who was multilingual and switched back and forth from French to English with ease, and and incredible driver Michael, (Jamaican roads are craaasy!) My partner was talking to them a bit about traditional Jamaican food and they pulled over twice for us to experience different aspects ('bad akee mon'- wasn't ripe, so is poisonous; and crayfish!) We went 1st to Ys, which is an amazing set of falls, this is a great place for people of all abilities and we had a guide up the falls and to use the rope swings for just the two of us, who catered to our abilities to get the best out of the experience! Then we headed to the Black River delta, where we had a traditional lunch of Jerk chicken, rice with beans, and beef in brown sauce. Out onto the river, we were told about the Croc reserve- only 300 left wild, and we saw three that day!

We recently had an unforgettable experience on a tour of the Black River Safari and YS Falls, and it was all thanks to our fantastic guide, Lyle. From the moment we were picked up, Lyle's warm and friendly demeanor set the tone for a wonderful day. Lyle was exceptional, especially with my 4-year-old son. He made sure to include him in all the activities and kept him entertained throughout the day. The Black River Safari was an adventure. I got a great photo of my son holding a baby croc! At YS Falls, Lyle ensured we had ample time to explore and enjoy the stunning waterfalls, even taking part in the activities with us. Lunch was good and well-organised, and we appreciated Lyle's willingness to accommodate a stop for some gift shopping. Throughout the tour, Lyle was full of delightful chat, sharing his extensive knowledge and love for his country. Overall, Lyle went above and beyond to make our day special. His professionalism, kindness, and enthusiasm were truly remarkable.