Whitsunday Crocodile Safari
Overview
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6 hours
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Whitsunday Crocodile Safari is a safe, all-weather nature excursion which takes guests to see crocodiles in the wild in the Whitsundays. The safari enables you to explore the estuaries and wetlands of the Whitsundays and to discover the vegetation and wildlife in these unique habitats. Your tour begins with a courtesy bus transfer from Airlie Beach to Proserpine. You will experience a calm water cruise on Proserpine River, spotting estuarine crocodiles in natural habitat, and then explore Goorganga Plains wetlands on a tractor-drawn wagon train. Your day tour includes a delicious barbecue lunch and traditional billy tea and damper, so have your camera and your appetites ready!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
What to Bring: Binoculars, camera, hat, jacket or pullover, sunscreen
Crocodiles sightings are not be guaranteed although success rate is 99.8% over 25 years
INDIVIDUAL CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS CANNOT BOOK DIRECT. They must book through their ship.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Whitsunday Crocodile Safari
A fully guided day tour exploring the estuaries and wetlands along the coast of the Whitsundays
What‘s Included
Return coach transfers from Airlie Beach/Shute Harbour
Aussie BBQ lunch with damper and billy tea
Tractor-drawn wagon train tour through wetlands
GST (Australia’s Goods & Services Tax)
2-hour calm-water cruise on the Proserpine River
Live commentary from experienced local guides
Drinks (other than billy tea)
Gratuities
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Whitsunday Crocodile Safari
Pickup included
Reviews
376 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing Trip
Alka S,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Had lots of Croc sightings with one of the best commentary to go with. Steve had great stories to tell and amazing cache of jokes. He is so knowledgeable about nature around us, learnt a lot today. Would recommend this trip to everyone. Food is very tasty and best billy tea and damper. Thank you so much Steve and the team 🙏
Seeing the crocodiles on...
Lorraine H,May 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Seeing the crocodiles on their own environment was great. Our guide was an expert and gave us many opportunities to take photos and videos. Highly recommend this.
What a fantastic wild experience!
razza2016,May 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Probably the best adventure tour we've been on. Informative, fun, value for money, lovely food and not forgetting the crocs!! We saw four big crocs and dozens of baby crocs close up!
Don’t miss seeing the crocodiles in the wild!
Joan D,May 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We learned so much from Stu as he introduced us to the ecosystem of the wetlands as well as the river. We especially enjoyed his humor as he gave us many historical insights and taught us how to make Damper. The lunch was ample and very good. Of course, the highlight was seeing and learning about the local crocodiles, which were very impressive. We thoroughly enjoyed the whole day.
Great tour but turns out crocs don't like rain!
Jessica C,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Such a good and well organised tour. Unfortunately, the weather wasn't in our favour and we didn't see many crocs - just a few noses sticking out of the water. We did see alot of baby crocs though. It turns out crocs don't like rain! The tour guide was very knowledgeable, informative and friendly. There was damper and billy tea for morning tea and lunch was a bbq with meats (steak, sausages, fish and chicken) and salads. The food and tour catered for children. Be aware of the mozzies though, they were everywhere! Well done to the team for providing a good day out for the family!
This tour croc’d our world!!
Ella R,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an amazing tour! We got to see loads of crocs and learn a lot of interesting facts about the area. Steve was really knowledgeable and funny! You could tell that the team was invested in the wellbeing of the local plants and animals, and they genuinely wanted everyone to learn something on the tour. The food was also super yummy :) We’d recommend this tour to anyone and everyone!
A must do in the Whitsundays
Maximillian M,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The whole experience is brilliant - Stu was insanely knowledgeable about the land and river system. Awesome food and culture thrown in too. Got to see some tiny to big crocs. Worth it
Crocodile birding and camp lunch
XU C,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00On the last day of the Whitsunday Islands, there was nothing extra to play on the water, so signed up for this day trip. It was possible to pick up and drop us off on the main street, after which we pulled down a farm. The first is to take a boat to see crocodiles, large and small very much. After that it was lunchtime, some roast meat, rice and all that stuff. Then in the afternoon go and see some local animals in their tour vans, like some birds and cows. Finally return to camp to taste the freshly baked cake. It's a more novel experience. Come and try it if you have extra time.
Croc Safari
sanddsheppard,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent wildlife experience through the Mangos and field as well as a cruise to spot Crocodiles on the estuary Proserpine River. Our guide has extensive knowledge of the flora and fauna in the area. Saw several bird species, Wallabies, and Kangaroos. Mostly small crocs but great all the same. Lunch and a bush stack was outstanding.
Keep in mind that because...
Solange N,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Keep in mind that because nature is at play you may see many crocs you may not; we saw a few baby ones and one nesting croc. Wish we’d seen more but it’s not in the hands of the guides. Great day out otherwise.
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