Loved it and would go back again. Forgot tour guide name, young, little fellow, good tour. Also Roger was great, staff in general very nice. Refreshments a little pricey but not overly. The scenery, beautiful.

Great experience! They offer tours with a fixed schedule (and probably additional ones for bigger groups) for for 10US$ per person. We joined the tour at 12:30. Before starting, they fed two crocodiles with chicken. Really nice! Then we drove for about one hour up into Black River, the captain showed us a few more crocodiles, many birds, and lots of plants.

To have this experience as a part of our overall journey through this island of Jamaica, I tell you if this is a part of the package for your excursion then you will be entertained and educated. Just to see the different flora, wildlife, and magnificent views was worth the investment. Our guide was excellent as he kept us engaged throughout the tour. This one was for the books and it will last.

This place is a must go. Short tour (could be an hour) but the tour guide is a root! The guys know their stuff and the place is just perfect. Boat ride was relaxing and the rain came while we were on the river. We got rain cloaks but we never mind the rain. We got to "pet" the crocks 😌. A must for the family.

Great tour, really enjoyed it. We saw all the mangroves we where looking for, great crocodiles and even giant fern. The price is fair and the guides tour is interesting and funny. We also where allowed to see the baby crocodiles in the nursery also some turtles.

Price and quality do not fully match. You are taken across the river with trimaran and show some accustomed crocodiles and a couple of birds. Admittedly, the guide is very good. His jokes are really funny. Thank him. This improved the attitude towards this measure

This boat ride wasn't on my radar but I'm so happy it included in our package. It was an exceptional experience. There's plenty of space on the boat, so every seat is really a good seat. If sitting in the sun is a concern, go for the inside seat. The river is beautiful! Being out on the water, getting a little history, and observing the animals was quite entertaining. My husband really enjoyed it to. This attraction is a hidden gem that everyone should find.

Visited this place today with students. The place is clean and we'll kept. The bathrooms are functional and clean. Our tour guide was courteous and so knowledgeable about the history and current happenings on the Black River. We were really impressed. Thanks so much to the team working there. They were patient, helpful and aware. Appreciate the work they do there in educating and saving the habitat there on the Black River. Worth the trip.

Fantastic adventure, nice informative river Cruise. Ronald the captain was fantastic , kept us entertained the whole time. There is nice vegetation, crocodiles, birds and rare plants to see. At the end of the boat ride along Black River one is able to visit the nurseries and see the younger crocodiles, some of which lives in Harmony with the turtles.

Completely submerged in the sights and sounds of nature. Very serene and informative guided tour. The fact that the tour guide was not only knowledgeable but quite humorous as well was definitely an added bonus! Add this to your list of things to experience on your next trip to Jamaica!

Located in Kingston Parish, Fort Charles is a standing reminder of Jamaica’s history of defense in the name of colonialism. It was the first fort constructed in Port Royal and experts and historians estimate it was built somewhere between 1650 and 1660. A small redbrick artillery store, the rightly called Giddy House, sits alone just behind the fort. An earthquake in 1907 briefly turned the spit to quicksand and one end of the building sank, leaving the store at a lopsided angle.

Fort Charles is located in the small town of Port Royal, (Kingston) Jamaica. The size of the fort was built under the Spanish rule and has of late undergone some natural changes, thanks to the earthquakes and natural calamities that struck the port town. It currently serves as a museum for locals and tourists alike. Even though it is not a must see location in Jamaica, it would be a nice half day tour to learn some interesting history about Jamaica. The architecture of the fort is pretty noteworthy too!

Brilliant

This was part of a paid package tour. Expected far more than we saw. A few a crocodile, some birds, and flowers. About an hour on the dark water of the river. A little history lesson and our captain fed the Crocs some raw meat. Open boat with canvas canopy. Rough trip up the mountain to get here.

What a great experience! Beautiful river and scenery around. Great giude with a great sense of humor. It was very informative and we had lots of fun. There are so many Crocs of all different sizes. Definitely recommend. 10/10 would do it again.

Had a good time I’m only giving it a four cause we ran out of gas, waited for gas to come, then moved a bit then engine broke down. Had to wait for a new engine to come. We were joking wether we’d go into the croc water or the wildfire bush 😂 then we continued on for a bit it started raining and we turned back. Saw two crocs. My cousin swore it was a rafting place which is what I was hoping to do. I’m from Florida I see crocs everywhere. Saw two crocs and some beautiful views. $30 is too deep for this boat tour it should be $15 I’d say the most.

Such a wonderful experience. The history of the Black River is rich with history . The guide was amazing, he is definitely The Crocodile Whisper!

Reasonably priced activity. Great for the family. Tour guide was professional kind and knowledgeable.

Love the boat ride. What an experience! If you love nature you must try this. Friendly staff and of course very knowledgeable. I would post more photos but I suggest taking your own as I would not want to spoil your own adventure! These were my favorite pictures....they even come when they are called by name.....

Was so fun! The tour guide was great! These gators were awesome too

You hardly get to see any crocodiles, got to see 2 throughout the whole tour. They talk about the plants and properties of the river. Honestly, I wasn't into it and thought it was boring. It's nice taking a boat ride down the river and getting see what the rivers like. But in retrospect I would of liked to spend my time elsewhere.

The tour was interesting but didn't see any crocodile

Fantastic tour. Skipper was very informative and a good laugh. Would recommend this experience

Love the boat ride up the river. Great guide.

It's a great experience very entertaining seeing the crocodiles and interactions. I really loved it

My mother loved Mr Swaby's tours and so do I. Safe caring knowledgeable.

The tour was awesome

Nice scenery

Great

(Translated by Google) Very nice safari on the river. (Original) Väldigt trevlig safari på floden.

Worth every penny. If u are not a nature person u might not enjoy.

awesome

Amazing tour on Black river, saw lots of crocodiles.

Great

(Translated by Google) An excursion from the “so-so” kind, in the river there are 5 crocodiles — each of which is tamed and with a name, can be stroked, swim up to the call “Come Come”. The cost of the tour is $ 20 per person + road. We put 3 stars only because we had a funny captain comedian. We do not recommend spending time if you live further 25-30 km from the place or have previously been on such excursions - there is little useful and interesting (Original) Экскурсия из рода «так себе», в реке 5 крокодилов -каждый из которых приручённый и с именем, можно погладить, подплывают на призыв “Come Come”. Стоимость экскурсии 20$ с человека + дорога . Ставим 3 звёзды только из за того , что у нас был весёлый капитан юморист. Не рекомендуем тратить время , если вы проживаете дальше 25-30 км от места или ранее были на подобных экскурсиях - полезного и интересного мало

Enjoying the tour on my birthday

Great safari!

A great adventure, we saw about 5 crocs and wild birds and enjoyed the nursery afterwards where you can see baby crocs and the turtles. Would highly recommend

About 2 hours from Negril. On the day we went, they just filled up the boats and then the tour began so no long waits. Cost for 3 of us was $8200 Jamaican. It's a good tour and the guide was amusing. Some very beautiful landscapes and of course we saw several crocs. The massive mangroves were the biggest I have seen anywhere

Great tour. Unfortunately didn't get to see any interaction with the crocodiles. Captain was knowledgeable and pleasant.

Black River Safari was more tha I expected. So, it was my first time doing it and we took the entire family .. kids and adults; completely appropriate for both. Won't spoil the fun for everyone but let's just say Crocodile Philip was as big as you'll see on National Geographic.

Nice tour of the Black River and the guides are very informative. Saw a couple of crocs and the nursery where they have the babies as well as the captures that are out of habitat.

Very friendly people... The captain has a lot of knowledge that shares with the tourists. I would have give 5 stars if I petted a little crocodile .

The tour was great and educational.

I'm a real lover of everything nature has to offer. My experience here was magnetic from start to finish.

Exceptional

A bit boring .. but good experience.

Fun and informative tour

Always a great experience

An absolute adventure that one should experience. In an atmosphere where professionalism and customer service seems to be lacking the management and staff of Black River Safari is the epitome of both. Always professional, always courteous. There is so much to see, vegetation, crocodiles, birds and rare plants and as such it invites you to go back again and again. It is the perfect get away from the chaos of life and reconnecting with the tranquility of nature.

Lovely tour with a knowledgeable and pleasant guide.

Good experience

Very accommodating tour company and scenic tour into Jamaica's largest wetlands...a must do by all Jamaicans

Customer service and the tour guides are awesome.

Definitely for the thrill seekers. Imagine touching a crocodile.

Enjoyed the tour it was very educational... tour guide was friendly and was very knowledgeable.

(Translated by Google) It's been 20 years before but it's worth watching. (Original) Ist schon 20 Jahre ehe aber es lohnt sich das anzuschauen.

Fun trip

This is a trip worth doing. It’s truly discovering Jamaica. The view on the Black River was breathtaking. The tour guide was friendly and helpful. We saw nature at its best.

Lol, omg... Its was a crazy drive down from St. Catherine to St.Bess to catch the last tour out for the day on which starts at 2pm. We were a few mins late and they waited on us. The staffs were lovely,I enjoyed my tour of the Safari, I got the opportunity to hold a baby reptile in my hand (and us leaving there to go to Jack Sprat Bar & Restaurant, It was just a lovely day.)

Slow to start thought it was going to be a bit touristy and boring But it was really good and interesting and the driver kept the atmosphere upbeat and fun. Absolutely worth the money and time👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

Awesome fun. 🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

Amazing River cruise

Good fun

Black river

(Translated by Google) Trip of 60 minutes (5600JMD for 2 persons). Nathan our captain joked and told something about the environment and the crocodiles which made the trip interesting. Spotted two crocodiles. In the end he said he would like to receive a tip. Black river is fun, but don't go for a boat trip directly. Take a speedboat (plenty to find in the area) and opt for a combined trip from the black river and pelican bar (you will also see crocodiles and the chance to see dolphins during the drive to Pelican bar). From treasure beach a combined trip costs 45 USD pp. (Original) Tripje van 60 minuten (5600JMD voor 2 personen). Nathan onze captain maakte enkele grapjes en vertelde iets over de omgeving en de krokodillen waardoor de tocht interessant was. Twee krokodillen gespot. Op het einde gaf hij aan graag fooi te ontvangen. Black river is leuk maar kies niet voor een boottoch rechtstreeks. Neem een speedboot (genoeg te vinden in de omgeving) en kies voor een gecombineerde trip van black river en pelican bar (je ziet ook krokodillen en tijdens de rit naar Pelican bar kans dat je dolfijnen ziet). Vanuit treasure beach kost een gecombineerde trip 45 USD pp.

(Translated by Google) As the 1st interesting experience. (Original) Comme 1er expérience intéressante.

Quite a beautiful place to go. There was so much to learn and see. If you are a nature lover then there is no reason you wouldn't want to go there. Also, the world's famous Pelican Bar is about 15 minutes out from the safari tour with load of boats ready to take you over. Walk with your ID to ensure you pay the correct rate as the rates are tourist sensitive.

(Translated by Google) A must stop in Jamaica if you are going to do YS Falls (Original) Una parada obligada en Jamaica si vas a hacer YS Falls

(Translated by Google) Interesting experience among crocodiles. Possibility to swim in the river with the crocodiles next to it. (Original) Esperienza interessante tra i coccodrilli. Possibilità di fare il bagno nel fiume con i coccodrilli accanto.

(Translated by Google) magnificent boat safari during which you can visit mangroves among which tropical birds abound. ... and crocodiles! (Original) magnifico safari su battello durante il quale si visitano le mangrovie tra cui pullulano uccelli tropicali. ...e coccodrilli!

Great change of pace....tired of the beaches? Hit the swamps for some croc sighting

Very nice love it ok

Awesome place, a must visit nature's den. It offers a good boat ride in middle of crocodales and mangrooves!

Great

Awesome experience. Kudos to.the tour guide. ✌

Fantastic tour guide and awesome tour

Great boat tour along the Black River where you can see endemic flora and fauna, particularly crocodiles and red mangroves. There is also a crocodile nursery where you can interact with and learn about the crocodiles once you have completed the boat tour.

It's a good little once in a lifetime tour. The guide is what makes it interesting

A pleasant journey along a river that serves as home to many crocodiles, birds and mangroves

This was an excursion arrange by Paradise Ocean View, Black River and I must say I'm disappointed that I didn't know about this place in all the years coming to Jamaica...it's a must do if you are out there. Paradise ocean view took care of all the arrangements and we were able to see the wonderful crocodiles, birds and local wildlife. A great end was dinner at Paradise Ocean View that's 5 minutes away FANTASTIC

It was fun!

Old world charm with thoughts and feelings of what may have happened within those fort walls. Easy access to the famous "Giddy House "Half sunken into the sand.

It was a good place to chill...

Lovely piece of history. Quite the place to learn about the once riches city in the world.

It was great they is a house that partially sunk..... if you go you will know why 😁..... the people are great too very help full and the town has great food.

This location like all other places of public amusements have been ordered closed for the past few months by the government due to the pandemic. I had fun chilling outside just the same.

Very interesting history and it's nice to visit whilst seeing other things in the area. We didn't have a guide and regretted it. I heard a little of what a guide was saying and he sounded great.

Its a calm and quiet environment, very relaxing to the mind. Its also educational

Historical site. Jamaica's history preserved!

Still sad after Losing Mary Read here.

Beautiful place

Great History but needs development

Relaxing

I love the place is a historial place and ver y beutyfull in Port royal Jamaica the nice paradise, here is the most beutyfull place in the World.

I love historical site

My place if birth

⚡🌻🔆🌬🍁

Interesting history. Giddy house was an unusual experience. Nothing comparable . Go try

Rich in history of Port Royal

Love the old history. Wish they kept the original canons in the fort however :( #historybuff

I love history

Great piece of Jamaican history. The renovations underway will only further enhance this experience .

Nice places to sightsee

Great historical site

The tour was so informative!

Historic Port Royal

It was closed as it was being repaired but we were able to take photos of the outside!

I learned so much on this tour. It was great!

Very informative

Awesome

Good

Historic

Fascinating place with rich history

It's a nice place and wonderful food at Gloria's not too far away

There isn't much left of the original buildings but you still get the idea.

Informative

it a great experience

I went years ago while at Primary School so this visit was much different as one would imagine and I am glad I revisited. I was able to follow the Tour Guide as he carried us through the Tour and spoke to the history of the area. I highly recommend everyone going and for those who visited as children, they should revisit. It is a treat in and of itself!

very informative and interesting

Excellent experience, Guide was very factual and entertaining.

Lovely place

Very Interesting

Great keepers of history, my children were exposed to a little of life back then.

Tell place show you Jamaica's rich history

It was a very interesting and informative visit! The views on the boat ride were beautiful

Enjoyed the tour and to get to see some of the natural Jamaica. Our captain Roger did a great job as tour guide as well as boat captain. It was worth the 1 hr 15 mins drive from Negril. The place is easy to find. Cross the bridge in Brown River, first gate on the right.

We had an excellent time. The Black River mangrove, wildlife, and crocodiles where a definite sight to see. The water and the peace and quiet was awesome, and staff was excellent!! Please go and enjoy and support the staff. I am from Saint Louis MO and loved this.

This is definately a tour to experience at least once. I went with friends and we had a good time, the captain was very knowledgable of the wildlife, area and soil.

The tour along the river is lovely and the tour guides make it all the more enjoyable. The crocodiles come to the snap of fingers and calls of "come come come". The crocs that they have in the sanctuary are a beauty to behold and seem to be well taken care of.

The tour was short, informative and peaceful. We only saw 6 crocs but that was ok 👍 a good tour to do

J. Charles Swaby’s Black River Crocodile Safari. At both sides of the Black River are tour operators who go on Safari on the Black River. 1500 acres of protected wetland with springwater Broad River and Black River coming from the Cockpit Country Mountains. The river looks black indeed, it’s because of clay sediment, the water is as clear as springwater could be. Mangrove forest, a great amount of bird species, large fresh water fish. And ofcourse the main attraction: wild American Crocodiles. Huge ancient creatures that gracefully swim in their clear springwater protected environment free to go anywhere they like. Resorts charges 150$ pp. we payed 57$ for 3 persons, travelling with our rented car at 50$ a day.

Great efficient tour, saw 4 or 5 crocs up close, plenty of birds and wildlife.. the tour guide was very knowledgeable and kept telling us things about our surroundings the whole way. Great to see nature that's been left alone. Great experience

I've gone on the river many times in the past. I love the tranquility and history of the river. This was the first in many years that I've gone back, it hurt to see that they cut through many places that should have been left alone. It's pointless to have a reserve if you're just going to damage it for tourism.

The view is great. I love seeing the crocodiles even tho i am deadly afraid of them and the water they reside in. I like the nursery where they show you and teach about the crocs and turtles. Definitely recommend taking their safari. The tour guides are the best and they are hilarious

This was part of a tour with Elverad on Viator (highly recommend him). Nice boat ride of about 30 minutes of the river. Saw about 4 gators with the last one being the biggest. Would recommend.

We had a great time at the safari on the black river, our guide explained all plants birds and of course, we got to get up close and personnal with some crocs.

Wonderful experience! Very scenic and peaceful. Registration was a little slow. Our tour guide was patient and knowledgable.

Very nice and relaxing, very informative, beautiful scenery would recommend