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WaterFalls In Jamaica
21 Stunning Jamaican Waterfalls You Must Visit

By Wellesley Gayle

Just so you know, Jamaica was not named, the Land Of Wood And Water by coincidence, our rivers and waterfalls are some of our best attractions!

You might have heard me trumpeting just how amazing Dunn's River Falls is right?

In fact, I recently shared some captivating photos (and a video) from one of my recent trips there here as well.

But I'd be unfair to you if I didn't share some of the other magnificent waterfalls here in Jamaica with you.

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So after a tedious exercise of research, I've put together this helpful guide, the first of its kind, 21 best waterfalls in Jamaica! 

There are more, a lot more (in many cases, smaller ones) but these are the ones that our tourist rave about, and so the ones I would recommend to you.

List Of Best Waterfalls In Jamaica

I am going to guess that you'll recognize the first five, as they are among the most popular now, but don't ever discount the remaining ones.

Here we go...

#	Name Of Falls	Phone Number	Address	Parish
1	Benta River Falls	(876) 599-4985	Williamsfield	Westmoreland
2	YS Falls	(876) 997-6360	YS Estate, Middle Quarters	Saint Elizabeth
3	Dunn's River Falls	(876) 974-4767	Ocho Rios	St. Ann
4	The Turtle River Falls & Gardens (formerly The Enchanted Gardens)	(876) 974-5114	Eden Bower Rd, Ocho Rios	St. Ann
5	Tacky Falls	(876) 286-8183	Roadside District, Islingnton	St. Mary
6	Falling Edge Water Falls	Unknown	Bowden Hill Road, Stony Hill	Kingston
7	Cane River Falls	876) 468-4083	9 miles, Bull Bay	St. Thomas
8	Reach Falls	(876) 993-6606	Manchioneal	Portland
9	Reggae Falls	(876) 351-5794	Hillside, Morant Bay	St. Thomas
10	Originial Mayfield Falls	(876) 792-2074	Glenbrook	Westmoreland
11	Reggae Style/ Chukka Mayfield Falls	(876) 298-6113	Glenbrook (Operated by Chukka)	Westmoreland
12	Konoko Falls	(876) 622-1712	Shaw Park Ocho Rios	St. Ann
13	Nanny Falls	Unknown	Near Moore Town	Portland
14	Somerset Falls	(876) 913-0046	Hope Bay	Portland
15	Island Gully Falls	(876) 397-9250	Thatch Hill Rd, Lodge	St. Ann
16	Nonsuch falls	(876) 316-6411	Port Antonio	Portland
17	Little Dunn's River Beach	(876) 893-8817	Ocho Rios	St. Ann
18	Secret Falls	Unknown	Near White River, Ocho Rios	St. Ann
19	Kaleechi Falls	Unknown	Hills of Hanover (owned by Chukka)	Hanover
20	Kwame Falls	876-899-6263	Robin's Bay	St. Mary
21	Fish Dunn Waterfalls	876-924-4515	Bangrage, Buff Bay Valley	Portland

By the way, did you notice the the majority from this list are from the parish of Portland? 

Oh yeah, they have some of the best falls in Jamaica!

Other Attractions At Jamaica's Waterfalls

For many of them, the waterfalls are just one of many attractions to enjoy.

Some of the other interests include:

• River walks
• Hiking experiences
• Nature walks
• Zip lining (more established)

Fees & Entrance Costs

From my research, the entrance cost ranges between 15 and 25USD for a visitor to the island (usually half priced for children 3-12). 

For Jamaican locals, with ID, it is between 500 and 1500 JMD per adult (kids between 3-12 pays between 300 and 500JMD).

However, I suggest you reach out to each attraction directly to confirm rates, including special group rates.

Not also that some of these 'off the beaten path' waterfalls are just that, and so are not well regulated.

The Tacky Falls, for example, does not have an entrance fee but, according to Bianca Younis, one of the guides there, the local guide appreciates a tip from the visitor. 

Pictures From Falls In Jamaica

I've already been to a few of them. I'll now share some of the pictures I took with you, starting with...

Benta Falls

Read more on Benta Falls here.

Dunns River Falls

Read more on Dunn's River Falls here.

Mayfield Falls

Read more on Mayfield Falls here

Somerset Falls

Turtle Falls & Gardens

Read more on Turtle River Falls here.

I Should Tell You!

• Believe it or not, but some of these amazing attractions were first brought to my attention by my guests! One of such is the Reggae Falls during a photo contest.
  
  
• Keep an eye on The Little Dunn's River. It is just up and across the road from the big dunns river, but it is favorite for many, both locals and visitors alike.
  
  
• The NonSuch waterfall in Portland is said to be one of the tallest, if not the tallest in the island!
  
  
• Although many of them have proper guest  facilities (changing rooms, refreshments etc) some doesn't are not as they are not formalized or regulated.
  
  My recommendation: For great facilities stick with the bigger, most popular ones eg. Dunns' River, YS, Turtle River, Benta Falls etc)
  
  Otherwise be sure to go with a qualified tour guide who knows the way and the terrain.

The Most Famous Falls?

So which are the most famous falls in Jamaica?
I figure someone will ask, so let me answer before, anticipating the customer :-)

The 5 most famous falls in Jamaica are:

1. Dunn's River Falls
2. YS Falls
3. Sommerset Falls
4. Reach Falls &
5. Mayfield Falls (both)

As usual, I welcome your comments (link below)

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