About this tour
Spend six hours at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures, a wildlife park near Cairns where you'll observe saltwater crocs during feeding demonstrations on the lagoon and encounter kangaroos, wallabies, cassowaries, snakes and quolls in their habitats. The park runs regular keeper talks throughout the day that blend entertainment with genuine animal facts. Hotel pickups and drop-offs are included.
Highlights
- Watch saltwater crocodiles fed by trained staff from the boat
- Hand-feed kangaroos and wallabies in the walk-through enclosure
- Keeper presentations reveal behaviour and survival adaptations
- Spot cassowaries, quolls and native snakes up close
- Six-hour visit allows leisurely pace between talks
- Suitable for families with young children
What to expect
You'll start with a lagoon cruise where keepers demonstrate feeding techniques whilst explaining croc behaviour and ecology. Back on land, wander through open paddocks to interact with grazing kangaroos and wallabies—they're accustomed to visitors and genuinely approachable. The park schedules keeper talks every hour or so covering different species; these are pitched at curious adults rather than screaming kids, so expect actual information. Between sessions, explore enclosures housing snakes, quolls and the park's resident cassowary. Pace is relaxed; there's no rushing between attractions.
Good to know
Bring sun protection and a hat—the park is largely open with limited shade. Food and drinks aren't included, though there's a cafe on-site. Souvenir photos with animals are available but cost extra. Infants can sit on laps or use prams. Wear sturdy walking shoes for uneven ground.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.