Guide holding a koala with children at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures.
Crocodile feeding show at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures with audience watching.
Crocodile feeding demonstration at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures, Australia.
Crocodiles basking at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures in Australia.
Crocodile eggs being inspected by a staff member at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures.
Boat tour at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures, Queensland, near a riverside restaurant.

Tickets to Hartley's Crocodile Adventures, Cairns

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Experience Hartley's Crocodile Adventures in Cairns, where you can watch local wildlife like saltwater and freshwater crocodiles up close as park rangers share insights into their behaviors and conservation efforts. Witness professional handlers feed the crocodiles and observe endangered rainforest birds such as cassowaries at various exhibits including a walk-through aviary. The attraction also features snake shows, where you can learn first-aid protocol for encounters with snakes.

At the award-winning Hartley's Crocodile Adventure, discover Australia's freshwater crocodiles, koalas, snakes, lizards, cassowaries, kangaroos, and more.

Experience a 20-minute boat cruise to Hartley’s Lagoon where you can observe wetland creatures in their natural habitat.

Enjoy watching park rangers feed the crocodiles and cassowaries while experiencing snake shows and crocodile attack shows at Hartley's Crocodile Park.

Explore timber boardwalks stretching over 2,500 meters through Melaleuca Wetlands, Eucalypt Woodland, and Riverine rainforest areas.

Did you know? The origins of Hartley’s Crocodile Park trace back to 1934 when it started as a tea house for travelers between Cairns and Mossman.

Tickets to Hartley's Crocodile Adventures in Cairns include admission into Hartley’s Crocodile Park and Farm.

Enjoy a 20-minute boat cruise through the wetlands at Melaleuca Wetlands, part of Your Experience (based on option selected).

Includes viewing snake shows and crocodile attack shows during your visit to Australia's Commercial Crocodile Farm in Cairns.

Entry into Cassowary Walk, Gallery of Living Art, and Gondwana Gateway is provided at Hartley’s.

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Guide holding a koala with children at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures.

Guide holding a koala with children at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures.

Located near Cairns, Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures offers a thrilling 20-minute boat cruise through The Wetlands. Glide along Hartley's Lagoon and observe local wildlife thriving in their natural habitat. Navigate the timber boardwalks that lead you through fascinating zones like Melaleuca Wetlands, Eucalypt Woodland, and Riverine rainforest.

Watch Local Wildlife In Action

Dive into an educational experience at Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures where park rangers share insights on the conservation efforts for saltwater and freshwater crocodiles. Watch as professional handlers feed these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Explore various exhibits featuring endangered rainforest birds, including cassowaries, alongside komodo dragons, alligators, wombats, emus, wallabies, kangaroos, at the Reptile Display and a walk-through aviary.

Crocodile Attack Show & Snake Shows

Experience adrenaline-pumping Crocodile Attack Shows where experts demonstrate essential defensive techniques like the "head shake" and the "death roll." At snake shows, learn vital first-aid protocols for handling bites from some of the world’s most venomous snakes.

Commercial Crocodile Farm

Gain fascinating insights into crocodile farming at Hartley's. Learn about the conservation practices that protect estuarine and freshwater crocodiles while exploring Australia's unique evolutionary pathways in the Gondwana Gateway exhibit.

Crocodile feeding show at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures with audience watching.

Crocodile feeding show at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures with audience watching.

Crocodile feeding demonstration at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures, Australia.

Crocodile feeding demonstration at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures, Australia.

Crocodiles basking at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures in Australia.

Crocodiles basking at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures in Australia.

Important Information

  • Children aged 0-3 can enter without a fee, though they need to be accompanied by an adult who pays for entry. Children up to the age of 15 also require accompanying adults.

If you need wheelchair access, it is available free of charge but must be arranged at the time of booking.

Crocodile eggs being inspected by a staff member at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures.

Crocodile eggs being inspected by a staff member at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures.

Boat tour at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures, Queensland, near a riverside restaurant.

Boat tour at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures, Queensland, near a riverside restaurant.

Book a wheelchair in advance if needed during your visit as they are available free of charge but must be requested beforehand.

If you're visiting with children aged 0-3, entry is complimentary; ensure an adult accompanies those up to age 15 for admission.

To fully enjoy the park's offerings, plan your day around exploring the extensive boardwalks and taking in various shows like snake demonstrations and crocodile attack displays.

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Operating hours

Hartley's Crocodile Adventure

Monday
8:30am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:30am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:30am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:30am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:30am - 5:00pm
Saturday
8:30am - 5:00pm
Sunday
8:30am - 5:00pm
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FAQs

Visit early morning between 6-8 AM for fewer crowds and beautiful golden light for photos. Avoid Fridays when it's closed for prayers. October to March offers cooler weather, ideal for comfortable visits. Sunrise tours offer magical atmosphere with stunning views. Guided tours in multiple languages last about 2 hours.
Yes, Hartley's Crocodile Adventures is excellent for families with children aged 5+. The park offers interactive shows, feeding sessions, and hands-on activities that keep kids engaged. There are also specific areas designed to cater to younger visitors.
Photography is allowed throughout the park, including areas with crocodiles and other wildlife. However, keep your distance from animals for safety reasons. Use zoom lenses to capture close-up shots safely while enjoying the experience.
The typical visit lasts around 3-4 hours including guided tours and interactive activities. Tours are divided into segments, each lasting approximately 1 hour with breaks for refreshments.
Located in Port Douglas, you can reach Hartley's Crocodile Adventures by car via Captain Cook Highway or by booking a tour from Cairns that includes transportation. The drive takes about 2 hours from Cairns and is well signposted.
Bring sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, insect repellent, and comfortable walking shoes. A camera or smartphone is essential for capturing photos of the crocodiles and other wildlife. Water bottles are also recommended as it can get very hot.
Your admission fee covers entry, guided tours, wildlife shows, crocodile feeding sessions, and access to all exhibits. Additional activities like boat cruises and animal encounters may require extra payment but are clearly marked at the entrance.
Booking ahead is recommended as it ensures availability during peak seasons and allows for a smoother entry experience. You can purchase tickets online through their official website or via trusted travel agencies.
The park offers a 20-minute boat cruise through Hartley's Lagoon to observe wetland creatures in their natural habitat.
Children aged 0-3 years can enter the park without a fee.
You'll have access to the Cassowary Walk, Gallery of Living Art, and Gondwana Gateway during your visit.
Yes, visitors can watch snake shows where first-aid protocols for venomous snakes are demonstrated, as well as crocodile attack shows.
The park began in 1934 as a tea house for travelers on their way between Cairns and Mossman.
Premium wildlife encounters are not included with the standard entry ticket, so they would incur extra charges.
Wheelchairs are provided free of charge but need to be requested when booking your tickets in advance.
Visitors can explore approximately 2,500 meters of timber boardwalks through various habitats including Melaleuca Wetlands and Eucalypt Woodland.
A paying adult must accompany any child under the age of 16 during their visit.
Visitors can expect to encounter freshwater and saltwater crocodiles, cassowaries, koalas, snakes, lizards, kangaroos, wombats, emus, alligators, wallabies, and more.

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