Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures Half Day – Cairns transfers
from A$130
6 hours
Wangetti Beach
All Ages
Take a half-day trip from Cairns along the Great Barrier Reef Drive to Hartley's Crocodile Adventures where you can explore native wildlife, stroll through rainforest boardwalks, and enjoy unforgettable wildlife shows.
Key Highlights
Travel along the scenic Great Barrier Reef Drive by luxury coach
Visit Hartley's Crocodile Adventures, an award-winning wildlife park
Explore woodlands and rainforest boardwalks at your own pace
See native Australian animals including kangaroos, koalas, cassowaries, and reptiles
Experience the Wetlands Cruise, Crocodile Attack Show, Snake Show, and Cassowary Feeding
What’s included
Luxury coach transport from Cairns
Entry to Hartley's Crocodile Adventures
Opportunity for self-guided exploration of the park
Overview
Enjoy a half-day eco-tourism experience to Hartley's Crocodile Adventures, departing by luxury coach from Cairns via the picturesque Great Barrier Reef Drive. Admire stunning coastal views as you journey to this renowned wildlife park, all while listening to fascinating stories about the region from your experienced local driver-guide.
At Hartley's Crocodile Adventures, explore award-winning parkland featuring boardwalks and pathways that wind through lush woodlands and rainforest. Discover a diverse range of native Australian animals including kangaroos, koalas, cassowaries, and reptiles as you wander at your own pace.
Don't miss Hartley's popular daily experiences, such as the Wetlands Cruise, thrilling Crocodile Attack Show, engaging Snake Show, and interactive Cassowary Feeding. Immerse yourself in the unique wildlife and natural surrounds.
Enjoy lunch or snacks at the Lilypad Café, available for purchase at your own expense. After an afternoon of wildlife encounters and natural beauty, relax on your return journey to Cairns.
Commonly asked questions.
The tour includes return coach transfers from Cairns, Palm Cove and Trinity Beach, entry to Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures, a 25-minute Wetlands Boat Cruise and time to explore the wildlife park. The tour also includes the wildlife presentations and cassowary feeding.
You will have several hours at Hartley’s to explore the wildlife park, see the animal presentations and enjoy the Wetlands Boat Cruise. This gives you plenty of time to experience the major attractions without having to rush.
Hartley’s is home to a wide variety of Australian wildlife, including saltwater crocodiles, koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, cassowaries, birds and reptiles.
Yes. A 25-minute Wetlands Boat Cruise is included in the tour. The cruise travels through the Melaleuca wetlands, an important habitat for saltwater crocodiles. The exact cruise time is advised when you arrive at Hartley’s.
The Wetlands Cruise provides an excellent opportunity to see saltwater crocodiles in their wetland environment. The park is specifically known for its crocodile experiences, although wildlife sightings can vary.
Yes. The Hartley’s experience includes the Crocodile Attack Show, where you can see a large saltwater crocodile demonstrating powerful behaviours including the famous head shake and death roll.
Yes. The Venomous Snake Show is included, providing an opportunity to learn about some of Australia's most venomous snakes and the important role reptiles play in the environment.
No. Lunch and snacks are not included in the tour price. The Lilypad Café at Hartley’s offers food and drinks that can be purchased during your visit.
Additional info by the operator.
11:45am - Depart Cairns aboard a luxury coach
12:30pm approx. - Arrive at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures
12:30-4:45pm - Explore Hartley's Crocodile Adventures at your own pace
During your visit - Enjoy the 25-minute Wetlands Boat Cruise through the Melaleuca wetlands
During your visit - See the Crocodile Attack Show and Venomous Snake Show
During your visit - See the cassowary feeding and explore the wildlife park
During your visit - Lunch or refreshments at the Lilypad Café at your own expense
4:45pm - Depart Hartley's Crocodile Adventures
5.30pm approx. - Arrive back in Cairns
Lunch and snacks are available for purchase at the park's Lilypad Café.
