jamaica part IV

Our last full day there we went to YS Falls. It take about 45 minutes to get there and the bus ride is a lot smoother and scenic than the ride from the airport. It was also informative. The tour guide had the bus pull over so she could grab the fruit that produces the cashew and the all spice leaf. She had us putting that thing on our tongue to feel the tingle. Did you know they use the leaf to make Novocaine? Interesting. Once at the property you have to take a tractor ride to the actual falls. The farmland was so pretty.

No fooling around now. It was time to go zip lining. I was equal parts scared and excited.

We got all geared up and it was time for our quick lesson on taking off, turning, and breaking. After that they assume you are a pro and off you go.

Somehow we managed to be at the front of the line. That was not happening. I insisted that the couple behind us, who had been zip lining before, go ahead of us. That way I could watch and see how it was done.

With the first line done I was able to relax a little. We really had a great time zipping through the falls.

One of the reasons I was able to enjoy it more was because of our fantastic guides. They were both so funny and knew how to make us all have a good time. Like the time the one told the girl to go and Mario was saying, "No. Not yet. Go back!". Funny stuff. Here's me with Mario.

After the zip lining we were able to walk around in the falls, jump from the rope swing and explore the property. I really had no desire to get in the cold water, but they made me. They have some local who walk you around in the water, show you exactly where to step and take pictures with your camera the entire time. They earned their tip.

At first we were not going to do anything off the resort, but I'm so glad Michael talked me in to doing this excursion. We called that morning to see if we could get on the tour and lucky for us there were still some spots. It was so much fun. And now that I'm a pro I can't wait to go zip lining again.