Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures Half-Day Tour from Cairns
Description
Explore Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures, an award-winning eco-tourism attraction located between Cairns and Port Douglas. Cruise the wetlands to see crocodiles lazing on the riverbanks and witness the stealth and power of these prehistoric animals at the Crocodile Attack show. This innovative wildlife park has five distinct zones, showcasing Australian wildlife in their natural environment. Enjoy guided walks, keeper-talks, animal shows and a behind-the-scenes look at crocodile farming.
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Itinerary
Located north of Cairns, Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures is the best place to see crocodiles and Australian wildlife in Tropical North Queensland. Walk along the timber boardwalks and pathways, through woodlands and rainforest to see an array of tropical birds, reptiles, insects and other native fauna. Start your adventure with a boat cruise exploring the Melaleuca wetlands, home to the estuarine (saltwater) crocodile. Then, explore the different zones of the park at your leisure. There are entertaining and educational wildlife presentations to enjoy each day. (See below for times.) Watch the notorious ‘head shake’ and ‘death roll’ at the Crocodile Attack educational show, see some of the world’s most venomous snakes, and help feed the koala’s and cassowaries. Shows & Feeding times conducted by the parks qualified keepers. • 2.00pm Snake Show • 2.30pm Wetlands Cruise • 3.00pm Crocodile Attack Show • 4.15pm Cassowary feeding with a keeper • 4.30pm Koala feeding with a keeper Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures is a long time accredited member of Ecotourism Australia and is the only wildlife park in Australia to be located within and surrounded by UNESCO World Heritage listed forest.
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Pickup Locations & Times
Pickup available from selected locations in Cairns and Northern Beaches - please contact the operator after booking to confirm your pickup location and time. Please be ready 10 minutes prior to your confirmed pickup time.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(208)
One of my most memorable adventures in Cairns. Tania, the photographer was so kind and professional. She helped me hold a croc for the 1st time. The big crocodile show was awesome. Everything was awesome. Don't miss it!
A very well run place. The staff is great. The facilities were great. Overall…..just great. It is a must see.
We spent the afternoon at Hartley's and had a wonderful time. The shows are fantastic and you learn so much. The park is easy to navigate and you see all kinds of Australian wildlife!
We loved it! It had everything: adventure, peaceful walks, surprising situations, many animals, and we learned a lot!
Great for teenage kids everyone had a great day. Both my kids have it a 10/10 which for teenagers is a rarity
We’re so happy to hear your family had such a great day at Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures. Hearing that both of your teenagers gave the tour a 10/10 is definitely high praise!
We booked this trip through the Viator App and the whole booking process was easy to follow with subsequent communications being excellent. The trip was very good with the bus driver communicating the days schedule very well and the activities in the park being excellent, the boat trip and crocodile show were particularly good and were must do things in the park. If you want to get pretty close to crocodiles and see them in action, this is a must do trip and I would highly recommend it to anybody.
It’s great to know you enjoyed your visit to Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures, especially the boat cruise and crocodile show, they really are highlights of the experience! We’re also pleased to hear your driver kept the day well organised and informative throughout the tour.
Being able to get up close with the animals is amazing, especially the kangaroo/wallaby exhibit and the crocodiles on the boat ride.
Thank you for your great review! We’re so pleased to hear you enjoyed your visit to Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures. Getting up close to some of Australia's iconic wildlife is always a highlight, and we're glad you particularly enjoyed the kangaroo and wallaby enclosure, as well as seeing the crocodiles during the boat cruise.
A very good experience all around, worth the trip. Did boating and boomerang sessions, very good! The pickup was perfect. I missed the return bus, but the crew there helped me arranged in another bus to return!!
Good Morning, "I’m glad to hear you’re happy with our service and you enjoyed your day. thanks for taking the time to let us know. Kind Regards, Claire Guest Experience Consultant
Wow amazing trip seeing these Apex predators in action was unbelievable. The boat tour and the shows leave your hairs standing on end. A trip well worth doing with very knowledgeable staff all around the parking sharing valuable knowledge and information.
The crocodile boat tour was a little underwhelming. The highlight of the park was the birds of prey enclosure, the owls were so beautiful.
