Appleton Rum Factory, YS Falls, and Reggae Horseback Ride & Swim Combo Tour

Let’s start with the positive. The actual excursions were amazing! Appleton Rum was wonderful; I learned so much about the rum making process and the staff was great. YS Falls was super fun and beautiful. Horseback riding was peaceful and the staff was incredibly helpful and patient. Now the cons—we had to pay for everything. Not just Appleton Rum admission, but YS Falls and the safari/pelican bay admission (we declined that excursion because we were running out of cash). The driver stopped multiple times so that we can get snacks-that we paid for. Midway through the trip, we looked at the ticket and realized that snacks and lunch was included and once we complained, he provided a small lunch and purchase sugarcane and bammy for us. He never actually gave us the bammy though. The bathroom/house where we went horseback riding is pretty rough, so be prepared. And make sure the driver actually tells you a time to get back. My sister went the day before and he didn’t give them a time but then got mad when they were late. They were late because they were getting food. He didn’t provide any meals/snacks for them and the next day, he talked crap about them to us and told us they were drunk. Speaking of getting drunk, the rum tour is the first thing in the morning, so make sure you prepare to be tipsy for the rest of the day. It’s not safe to start the day off drinking and then go to a series of waterfalls and expect not to drown. Overall, the actual excursions were great, but the schedule is too ambitious and there needs to be truth in advertising.

A really good day out, which we included with the black river and ys falls. Probably enjoyed this the most out of the 3 Nice rum cheaper than at the airport !

This was such a rewarding experience! Really showcased the beauty and adventures that Jamaica had to offer. Tour guide was super helpful and knowledgeable of everything. Treated me to fresh Jamaican beef patties in the countryside, and ended the tour at the horse farm he operates to ride a horse in the ocean. All in all it was about 10 hours, but definitely packed a lot in and checked a lot of boxes in Jamaica! Would definitely suggest this tour to any of my friends looking to visit!