7 Rum Distillery Tours in Jamaica Worth Flying For

1.Hampden Estate Rum Tour and Lunch from Falmouth

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · from $172Our pick

Travel from Falmouth to Hampden Estate in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with a professional chauffeur. Walk through the 260-year-old working distillery, wear a safety helmet, learn how Jamaican rum is made, sample Hampden varieties, and finish with an authentic Jamaican lunch. Norman Dixon is mentioned as a helpful transport contact.

“The staff at Hampden and the experience in being at the oldest working rum distiller was amazing. Please do the Tour and Lunch!! You will not regret it. Got there through the expertise of Mr. Norman Dixon. What a treat!!”

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2.Appleton Rum Factory, Ys Falls, Black River Safari, Floyd’s Pelican Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12 reviews · from $169

Spend 6 to 8 hours exploring Jamaica’s South Coast with a private driver, visiting the Appleton Estate rum experience, YS Falls, the Black River, and Floyd’s Pelican Bar. Liel is the named driver praised for making the long road day run smoothly. Pickup is offered in Negril, West End, and Montego Bay, with lunch and applicable admission fees included.

“The best part of our experience was Liel, our driver. He was knowledgeable and made sure we had a great experience. The only thing to keep in mind is that this is an all day excursion and there is a lot of in the car driving but it is well worth the experience.”

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3.Private Hampden Estate Rum Tour from Montego Bay or Falmouth

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $149Best value

Travel by private, air-conditioned vehicle from Montego Bay or Falmouth to Hampden Estate in Trelawny. Your guide leads you through fermentation and distillation, explains the estate’s 1753 roots and high-ester rum method, then you stop for a seafood lunch at Outtaroad Crabby. The tour lasts about 3 to 4 hours.

“Tour davvero perfetto. Sono stato guidato passo passo alla scoperta della tecnica di produzione di questi Rum ad alti esteri. Dalla fermentazione, alla distillazione e la storia di questa prestigiosa distilleria e della sua tenuta risalente al 1753. Davvero consigliata.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · from $220

Set out around 7 a.m. with a private driver-guide for a long Jamaican day linking Appleton Estate, YS Falls, a Black River safari, reggae horseback riding and swimming, Whitehouse fishing village, and lunch. Paul is one guide named in guest feedback. Admission fees are extra, and the day can run 8 to 10 hours.

“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, Read more”

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5.Appleton Estate Rum Factory And YS Falls Inclusive Tours From Montego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $195

Travel from Montego Bay to YS Falls and Appleton Estate with private transport, bottled water, and a flexible route. Swim in natural pools beneath seven waterfalls, then learn how Jamaican rum is made, try cane juice and molasses, and sample up to 13 rums. Driver Shane is noted for keeping the long ride comfortable.

“Huge thank you to our driver Shane for such an amazing day at Ys falls and Appleton estates. We stayed in Montego Bay, so it was quite a long drive and he made sure we were comfortable. We stopped for drinks and he was kind enough Read more”

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6.Hampden Estate Rum Tour and Lunch from Montego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $195

Travel from Montego Bay to Hampden Estate in a private air-conditioned vehicle, then tour the historic distillery, see traditional sugar cane juicing, taste Hampden rums, enjoy a cocktail and Jamaican lunch, and take home rum cake. Drivers Ricardo and Bradford are noted for safe driving and local stories, while guide Steve leads the estate visit.

“Our amazing driver, Ricardo shared stories on the road and was a very safe driver. Our tour guide educated us on Jamaican history and making rum. We also enjoyed the best jerk chicken we had in Jamaica! The tour war incredible.”

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7.Private Hampden Estate Rum Trip from Montego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3 reviews · 5 hours

Travel from Montego Bay to Hampden Estate in Cornwall County with private, air-conditioned transport and an English-speaking guide. At the distillery, you’ll learn how traditional rum-making methods have survived since the 18th century. Allow five hours, bring extra money for the $50 entry fee with lunch, and note that tours run Monday to Friday only.

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