15 Waterfall and Rum Day Trips Worth the Drive

1.Full-Day Tour: Concord Waterfall, Chocolate Factory, Rum Distillery, Grand Etang

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 871 reviews · from $115Our pick

Travel across Grenada in a small, air-conditioned van with a local guide such as Michael or Rolley. Swim at Concord Falls, taste chocolate, eat lunch above Sauteurs Bay, tour the historic River Antoine distillery, and visit Grand Etang Lake. The day runs 7 to 8 hours and suits first-time visitors short on time.

“Michael was wonderful, professional guide, he really was working very hard all day long. I learned a lot about Grenada, he was kind and answering all questions. He made this day really very good and memorable! Tour was very good!”

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2.Jungle Waterfalls and Cachaça Distillery Jeep Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 491 reviews · 6 hours · from $37Best value

Spend six hours in a 4x4 jeep exploring Pedra Branca, Tobogã, and Poço do Tarzan with guides such as Everton, Luis, or Gilberto. Expect short walks, cold swimming holes, a natural rock slide, lunch by the river, and a cachaça tasting at Engenho D’Ouro. English and Portuguese guides are available.

“the activity was very fun. The guides were very friendly, organised and talkative. The waterfalls were wonderfull also the restaurant picked for lunch was very good and the portions were huge. We were a big group (of four cara in total travelling) so in some places we had to wait a little bit longer for everybody to enter the jeeps but that's okay.”

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

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

Spend six to eight hours exploring Jamaica’s South Coast in a private vehicle with a local guide. Choose up to three stops from YS Falls, Black River Safari, Appleton Estate, and Floyd’s Pelican Bar. Guides such as Marc, Wayne, Adrian, and Cedrick are praised for local stories, food tips, and flexible stops, but entrance fees and lunch cost extra.

“It was an amazing day filled with lots of information on the Jamaican history, culture, etc thanks to our wonderful guide Wayne that was so nice to us, caring and so funny.. He explained the history behind each activity we did and also while bRead more”

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4.Grenada West Coast: Waterfalls, Chocolate & Rum Half-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · from $145

Travel Grenada’s west coast with hotel or port pickup, a private vehicle, and live commentary. Visit Annandale Falls, a nutmeg station, Jouvay Chocolate, and River Antoine Rum Distillery, with possible stops at Grand Etang, Belmont Estate, or Carib’s Leap. Tony, Allan, and Ronnie have all led this flexible tour.

“Tony was fantastic. We drove around the island seeing the waterfalls, nutmeg factory, chocolate factory, rum distillery, and rain forest. He was a great guide and knew a lot about the history, politics, economy, and life on the island. I would highly recommend this trip and Tony.”

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5.Appleton Estate Rum and Ys Falls Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · from $130

Spend 7 to 8 hours exploring Jamaica’s south coast in a private, air-conditioned car with Mighten’s Tours and Transfer. Visit Appleton Estate for a rum-making tour and tasting, stop at Holland Bamboo, then swim beneath seven waterfalls at YS Falls. Guide names mentioned for this experience include Nigel and Neil.

“Wonderful experience, safe ride! A bit windy but you get to see the countryside , which is so green and beautiful. Book it, you won’t be disappointed.”

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6.Full-Day Jungle Jeep Waterfall and Cachaça Distillery Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 14 reviews · 6 hours · from $60

This six-hour jeep tour from central Paraty combines Tobogã and Poço do Tarzan waterfalls, the old Gold Trail, Engenho D’ouro cachaça tasting, Murycana Farm, and a 300-species bromeliad display. English and Portuguese guides, including Luis and Marcel, lead the outing. Lunch and hotel transfers cost extra.

“They looked after us with all due care and diligence. Luis especially was so kind and caring.”

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7.West Coast: Rum Distillery, Concord waterfall, Nutmeg processing

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · from $140

Spend four to five hours exploring Grenada’s west coast with Ace Ventura Taxi & Tours. Visit Clarke’s Court Rum Distillery, Concord Waterfall, Gouyave Nutmeg Processing Station, and Jouvay Chocolate. Guides such as Joseph, Ishan, and Nick provide island context along the way. Transport, water, and admission fees are included.

“We were a group of six visiting a local resort and decided to take a day trip. This was a really good one to do. Joseph was our driver and he took great care of us all day. He arrived promptly at 9 am and we were off to our first destination wRead more”

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8.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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9.YS Falls and Appleton Estate Private Rum Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $220

Travel privately from Montego Bay to Appleton Estate for a rum-making tour, sugar cane juice, wet sugar, and tastings, then cool off at YS Falls. Your guide handles transport and entry fees in an air-conditioned vehicle. The drive can take close to three hours each way, so expect a full, winding day.

“The travel from Montego Bay is not for faint of heart. It is a very windy and curvy road through lush jungle to get to Appleton Estate. The drive is well worth it. Appleton Estates tour starts off with a cold beverage and walks through the hiRead more”

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

★★★★★★★★★★3.1 · 8 reviews

Spend eight hours in Cornwall County touring Appleton Estate, tasting Jamaican rum, swimming at YS Falls, and taking a boat to Floyd’s Pelican Bar. Breakfast patties and lunch are included. Hotel pickup and guides in English, Dutch, French, or German are available, with shared and private group options.

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11.Grenada Highlights Half-Day Rum, Chocolate and Waterfall Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $110

From Grand Anse, King J’s private half-day tour visits the House of Chocolate, Clarke’s Court Rum Distillery, and Annandale Falls. Expect local tastings, a traditional rum-making demonstration, tropical gardens, and time for a waterfall swim, with guides such as King J, Jahvon, or Javon named in the tour details.

“Beautiful island, beautiful people. Our driver was very friendly and helpful. Can definitely recommend this island.”

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12.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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13.Grenada Day Tour-Concord Falls, Chocolate, Rum & Grand Etang Lake

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $155

Spend about six hours touring Grenada’s waterfalls, mountain roads, Grand Etang Lake, chocolate and rum stops, and a local restaurant. Pickup is available around St. George’s, St. David’s, and other island locations. Your driver shares island history, with time for photos and tastings.

“Had a wonderful time, driver was very knowledgeable about the island. I will be booking with them again!!”

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14.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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15.Private Appleton Estate Rum & YS Falls Tour from Montego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $225

Travel privately from Montego Bay to Appleton Estate and YS Falls with a guide such as Keyon or Omar. Tour the rum-making process, taste three rums, then swim, swing, or relax beneath seven tiers of falls. The day lasts about eight hours, with transport, entry fees, and bottled water included.

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