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Black River Safari
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Wildlife
The Black River is one of the longest rivers in Jamaica. At a length of 53.4km (33miles). Its name refers to the darkness of the river bed caused by thick layers of decomposing vegetation. Over 100 species of birds have been recorded in the Black River morass and Crocodiles.
This river is quite populated with the crocodiles ranging in all different sizes. There are also a wide array of fresh water fish who find it quite favorable to occupy the Black River as well creating a perfect balance of wild life. This is one of Jamaica’s best natural resources which keeps foreigners and locals amazed at the abundance of nature that is concentrated in this little spot.
Itinerary
We offer Entry-Included Tours. You will be picked up at your hotel and transported by our professional drivers and tour guides to your amazing experience. Comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles, with prompt, professional drivers. Our Support Team will make this an awesome experience. A must-do for your visit to Jamaica!
Tour Details & Highlights
Enjoy a 75 minutes tour by comfortable motorboat up Jamaica"s longest navigable river, through Jamaica"s largest wetland area, known as the Black River lower morass. You’ll be picked up at your hotel or your cruise ship pier and transferred to the boat. Learn about the area’s ecology and history from the experienced captain/guide. See many of the more than 100 bird species that have been recorded in the morass. Meet a few of the friendly crocodiles as your boat captain calls them by name. They’ll swim up to your boat and you pet them and feed them. Take in the wetlands vegetation, including different species of mangrove, palm and other plants that grow along the banks of the river. Situated on the South coast of Jamaica in the Parish of St Elizabeth, the Black River Safari is significant to the overall balance of the country’s eco-system. A tour on this nature lovers paradise will take you three miles up the river and back. The natural beauty of the milieu will mystify the mind like never before. The over 100 species of beautifully plumed birds that made the Black River Safari home will always seems to bring one’s mind closer to how great creation is. However, perhaps the most famous residence of the Black River Safari are the endangered crocodiles.Related Images
Highlights
Drive along Lovers Lane and see the lush vegetation along the river
Take a boat ride up the Black River to meet friendly crocodiles, and feed and pet them. Hear about the colonial history of the Black River area
Special Notes To You
Opening Hours: 9am – 5pm daily
* Wear Comfortable Shoes
* Wear Comfortable Clothing
* Inspect Repellent
* Digital Camera (Smartphones will work just fine)
* Cash