Hartley's Crocodile Adventures Park Entry
Far North Queensland, Cairns
Discover the wild world of Australian native animals and exotic wildlife at a wildlife sanctuary 1 hour north of Cairns. See wombats, kangaroos, koalas, reptiles, birds, and more.
Hartley's Crocodile Adventures is a wildlife sanctuary between Cairns and Port Douglas, ideal for visitors interested in Australian native wildlife and reptiles.
Highlights
- See crocodiles being pole fed during a boat cruise in a natural wetland
- Discover some of the world's most venomous snakes
- Watch crocodile attack moves at the Attack Show
- Learn about Australian native wildlife through educational shows and exhibits
- Take photos with a baby crocodile or python
Description
At Hartley's Crocodile Adventures, you can get close to Australia's native and exotic wildlife in a natural setting. Located at Wangetti, between Cairns and Port Douglas, the park offers a boat tour where crocodiles are fed using traditional pole feeding techniques.
The park features daily talks and demonstrations, including a crocodile farm tour, a crocodile attack show, and venomous snake presentations. Between shows, explore over 2,500 meters of boardwalks winding through melaleuca wetlands, eucalypt woodland, and riverine rainforest, observing numerous native and exotic animals.
Food and beverages are available at the onsite bistro for visitors looking to refresh after walking. Additional wildlife exhibits include Komodo dragons, alligators, cassowaries, wombats, koalas, emus, lizards, kangaroos, and wallabies.
Visit the Gallery of Living Art’s walk-through aviary to meet tropical and predatory birds. The reptile room showcases exotic reptiles, and the experience concludes with the opportunity to photograph a baby crocodile or a friendly snake or lizard.
Includes
- Admission fee
- Boat cruise
- Access to all exhibits and daily presentations
Excludes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Tips
- Photos
Important Information
- The park is wheelchair accessible
- Opening hours: 8:30am to 5:00pm
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, book your boat cruise time upon arrival and wear comfortable shoes for walking. Visit during morning or early afternoon hours to see all presentations and wildlife exhibits.
