Hartley's Crocodile Adventure Half-Day Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

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

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.

3 hours•Admission Included

Options

Cairns & Cairns Beaches t/fers

Transfers included: Choose this option if you are staying in Cairns, Palm Cove or Trinity Beach.
Pickup included

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

Reviews

4.63

165 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

126

Better than expected
Kay M,
Jun 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00
We 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
4.00
Excursion 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
5.00
This 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!
Bus driver was very...
Joseph D,
Apr 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Bus driver was very informative and a good driver. The tour of the park was great, staff very helpful.
Amazing and thoroughly enjoyable day
Narelle W,
Apr 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00
A wonderful day out, with so much to see and do and enjoy for every member of the family. We loved seeing all the wildlife and were amazed at the huge crocodiles and the crocodile show was wonderful to see. We loved feeding the Cassowary birds and learning about these birds. The boat ride on the lagoon was very enjoyable and there are so many crocs to see as well as all the other exhibits. We will going back to Cairns in the future and will redo this amazing day on our next trip. So much still to see and do and experience.