Hartley's Crocodile Adventure Half-Day Tour
Overview
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5 hours
Mobile ticket
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.
Additional Info
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Wildlife Shows
Pickup and drop-off
Air-conditioned vehicle
Boat cruise
Photos holding animals at own expense
Food and drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Hartley's Crocodile Adventures
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.
Options
From Port Douglas
Return Port Douglas transfers : Choose this option if staying in PORT DOUGLAS. Pick up and return included to/from Port Douglas.
Pickup included
Cairns & Cairns Beaches t/fers
Transfers included: Choose this option if you are staying in Cairns, Palm Cove or Trinity Beach.
Pickup included
Reviews
169 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highly recommend.
NATALIE C,
Aug 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00Well worth the visit. So many crocs there. Very informative. Really was amazed. The crocodile show was very informative and nerve racking too. lol.
Crocs galore
John R,
Jul 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00Definitely worth a look and a a very interesting place , we especially enjoyed the boat ride and the croc attack session and the farm visit was very interesting
Better than expected
Kay M,
Jun 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00We have been to many zoos and animal parks, Hartley’s though was above and beyond our expectations! Really loved the croc boat and attack show, super engaging and the presenters seem passionate.
Great but Disappointed.
Lyndall B,
Jun 11, 2025
- Viator
4.00Excursion was terrific but after swapping this excursion with another 4 days before I left I was disappointed that the company in Cairns knew nothing about the swap of 2 excursions those being Hartley's Crocodile Adventures and the Kuranda Train Trip. They had to ring me to say they were waiting at the bus for us. Crocodiles didn't disappoint.
Croctastic!
Sara L,
Apr 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a really cool experience, the boat ride was really fun and the guide was very funny and knowledgeable. The park itself was really lovely with lots of animals to see. The croc feeding show was very interesting and the keeper doing the demonstration was very comical and kept everyone laughing. Kids had a really enjoyable time! Wear insect repellent!
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