• The most amazing tourist attraction in Tropical North Queensland is Hartleys Crocodile Park. Coach pick ups are just in time for the amazing Crocodile Attack Show.
• See a huge array of Native Australian Wildlife on this tour of Hartleys Crocodile Park. Cute and cuddly and downright dangerous. 

Join our half day Crocodile tour to Hartleys Crocodile Park from Cairns, Northern Beaches or Port Douglas. Great day out for the whole family.

What to Expect

Join our half-day Crocodile tour to Hartley's Crocodile Park, departing from Cairns, Northern Beaches, or Port Douglas for one of the most exciting nature and wildlife attractions in Far North Queensland. This adventure-packed tour is perfect for families and wildlife enthusiasts, offering an opportunity to get up close and personal with some of the fiercest and most ancient creatures on earth.

Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures provides a safe and thrilling environment where you can witness these prehistoric predators in action. Enjoy a scenic coastal drive, engaging wildlife shows, and interactive experiences that make this a must-do animal attraction tour in the Cairns area.

Features and Highlights

Pickup and Scenic Drive

• Luxury Coach Pickup: Enjoy a comfortable ride in our luxury coach, with pickups available from your accommodation in Cairns, Northern Beaches, or Port Douglas.
• Great Barrier Reef Drive: Take in magnificent coastal views along the way to Hartley’s Crocodile Park, located between Palm Cove and Port Douglas.

At Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures

• Melaleuca Forests and Wetlands: Explore the beautiful Melaleuca forests and thriving wetlands. Walk along man-made boardwalks and view hundreds of freshwater and saltwater crocodiles safely.
• Snake Show (2:00 PM): Get familiar with some of the deadliest snakes on the planet, including the Eastern Brown snake and the legendary Taipan. Participate in fun-filled snake trivia, and if you're brave enough, pet a snake or have your photo taken with a python.
• Crocodile Wetlands Cruise (2:30 PM): Board the crocodile wetlands cruise and watch as crocodiles compete for their afternoon snack. Keep your arms inside the boat as you witness these powerful creatures up close.
• Crocodile Attack Show (3:00 PM): The highlight of the day! Watch a daring crocodile handler interact with a crocodile, demonstrating moves like the ‘death roll’ and the ‘head shake’. Learn all about saltwater crocodiles and have your photo taken holding a baby croc if you dare.
• Cassowary Feeding (4:00 PM): See the endangered cassowary birds, native to the Cairns region, as they feed on fruit. Learn about their crucial role in maintaining the World Heritage Rainforests.
• Koala Talk (4:30 PM): Wake up the sleepy koalas and learn about these adorable creatures. Enjoy the chance to cuddle a koala and take a memorable photo.

Return Journey

• Relax and Reflect: After an exciting afternoon, relax and enjoy the scenic drive back to your accommodation in Cairns, Northern Beaches, or Port Douglas.

This Cairns crocodile tour promises a thrilling and educational experience, perfect for creating lasting memories with family and friends. Witness the incredible wildlife of Tropical Far North Queensland and enjoy the unique opportunity to interact with some of Australia's most iconic animals.

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Why Book This Half Day Crocodile Tour?

You'll be booking with a premium brand day tour provider that has a reputation for excellence.
Knowledgeable and professional drivers and hostess team. 
All tours operate in its superior fleet, designed with comfort and safety in mind.  

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Crocodile Tours Cairns - Crocodile Attack Show at 3.00PM - Don't Miss It!

Once you arrive at Hartley’s Crocodile Adventure Park take a walk through the Melaleuca forests, thriving wetlands and view hundreds of freshwater and saltwater crocodiles from the safety of a man made boardwalk.

Although you are completely safe all throughout the day, you won’t be able to resist the shiver down your spine as you watch two of these ferocious creatures powerfully brawl with one another in a territorial battle.

At 2:00pm it is time to see your first show; the snake show. During the snake show you will become familiar with some of the deadliest snakes on the planet and some unique to the Cairns region such as the Eastern Brown snake and the legendary Taipan.

Pet a snake if you are game, and let the kids get involved with the fun-filled snake trivia and have your photo taken with a python draped around your neck.

At 2:30pm it is time to board your crocodile wetlands cruise. Although the cruise may seem calm at first you will soon be greeted by a lagoon full of hungry crocodiles who keep their beady eyes on the occupants of the boat as you cruise the lagoon.

Watch as they compete for their afternoon snack. and yes crocodiles can jump so keep your arms inside the boat at all times.

Luckily, you are not the snack they are after but watch as they ferociously devour meat offered to them by your boat captain!

At 3:00pm it is time for the most anticipated event of the day, the Crocodile Attack Show. Watch the daring (or some might say stupid) crocodile handler stomp around in a small crocodile-inhabited pond stirring up the croc to make a photo worthy appearance.

Your heart will jump out of your throat as the crocodile lunges ferociously at the handler; you will be relieved to see that it is the offered meat he is after, not the handler himself.

During the crocodile attack show learn everything you need to know about the feared salt water crocodile and watch him display notorious moves such as the ‘death roll’ and the ‘head shake’ (used to strangle, drown and kill prey).

The kids will love every minute of this exhilarating experience and you too will be amazed by this terrific show. Once the show is finished, have your photo taken holding a baby crocodile — if you dare.

At 4:00pm the pre-historic Cassowary feeding begins. Cassowaries are large endangered birds that are unique to the Cairns region. Without these magnificent birds we would not have the World Heritage Rainforests that we have today.

Watch these magnificent birds devour pieces of fruit whole!

Finally at 4:30pm it is time to wake up the sleepy koalas for their breakfast (Koala Talk). Watch these cute cuddly creatures wake up from one of their many daily naps, and have a chance to give a koala a cuddle — make sure to get a photo!

This is where your half day Cairns crocodile tour ends. Sit back and enjoy the lovely ride back to your Cairns accommodation.

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Tour Languages Offered

• English

Departs From

Cairns

Departure Time

• Departs Cairns at 11.45am - Returns 6.00pm
• Departs Palm Cove & Trinity Beach at 12.45pm - Returns 5.30pm
• Departs Port Douglas at 7.45am - Returns 2.00pm

Pickup Locations

• Cairns
• Cairns Northern Beaches
• Palm Cove
• Port Douglas

Destinations

Hartley's Crocodile Adventures

Months of Operation

January - December

Days of Operation

Tuesday - Saturday

Blackout Days: 2025: APRIL: Tuesday 01 & Saturday 05 | DECEMBER: Thursday 25

Duration

6 hours approx.

Available for Purchase / Hire

Snacks, drinks and souvenirs

Fitness Level Required

Low, Medium

• Comfortable Walking Shoes & Clothing
• Insect repellent
• Umbrella
• Bottled Water

• Child price applies to children aged 4 to 14
• Infant 3 and younger travel free - MUST BE PRE BOOKED
• Family rate applies to 2 adults & 2 children