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Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise

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Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise
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Top rated
4.7  / 5136 reviews

See wild saltwater crocodiles rise spectacularly into the air on this 1-hour cruise along the Adelaide River. Observe these incredible creatures from a safe environment for both humans and crocs alike.

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Duration 1 hour
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Trudy – Australia

This experience is fantastic so good to see crocodiles free in their own habitats. Our guide was brilliant. I would recommend spectacular jumping crocodile river cruise to everyone.

J
Jason – Australia

So good getting up close to the crocs and for $50 dollars was well worth it. If you are going, try to find a fly net to put over your hat, they are everywhere.

Experience

Highlights

  • See wild saltwater crocodiles jump into the air just a few yards away
  • Enjoy commentary from experts on the wildlife and surrounding environment
  • Cruise along the Adelaide River in a covered boat in comfort and safety
  • See the many different species of the Northern Territory wildlife
  • Support an Indigenous-owned business with profits going back into the community

Full description

Watch wild saltwater crocodiles and their hunting techniques as you cruise down the Adelaide River. Enjoy a tour with wildlife guides that know the crocodiles individually by name and personality. This tour is 100% Indigenous-owned with all profits going to the Groote Eylandt Archipelago community. Join this tour with staff who are issued Wildlife Permits by National Parks and Wildlife to ensure no animals are harmed during these interactions. Watch them offer the crocodiles a taste of buffalo meat in return for them swimming out to say hi.

Your guides are highly trained to ensure the safety of both the crocodiles and passengers at all times and animal interactions comply with an internationally recognized code of ethics to ensure the safety and sustainability of the wildlife. Also, keep an eye out for other wildlife that call this river home. You might even spot white-bellied sea eagles, whistling kites, bull sharks, black flying-foxes, the endangered speartooth shark, and the critically endangered large tooth sawfish.

Includes

  • 1-hour Adelaide River crocodile cruise with commentary
  • Tea and coffee
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and beverages not listed
  • Cold drinks and ice cream (available to purchase before or after the cruise)

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Meeting point

The meeting point is approximately 1 hour from Darwin City. To reach the meeting point, follow the Arnhem Highway East towards Kakadu (Entry via 2915 Arnhem Highway, Middle Point NT). The meeting point is the first turn-off on the left after passing Anzac Parade. Look for the big yellow signs. If you reach the Adelaide River Bridge, you have gone too far. Enter via the white gates from the Highway. Continue around the hill and to the left down the unpaved driveway for approximately 1 mile (2 km). Find the staff in the upstairs office to check in on arrival.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Hat
  • Camera
  • Sunscreen
  • Water

Not allowed

  • Baby strollers

Know before you go

  • Animal activity varies from cruise to cruise, as the animals are not forced to interact and all interactions are at the mercy of the wildlife. The activity provider aims to show guests animals in their natural environment and, as such, they cannot guarantee you will see any specific animals or behaviors
  • Cruises operate rain or shine. Cancellation or postponement may occur in the event of inclement weather; refunds or rescheduling will be offered in this case
  • This tour takes place in a covered boat with custom-built seating to ensure the best views possible
  • While strollers or walkers/wheelchairs cannot be brought aboard for safety reasons, they can be left at the jetty for when you return
  • This tour is accessible for all levels of mobility; wheelchair users must be able to transfer onto vessel bench seating and staff can assist, if needed
  • All cruises have a minimum of 2 skippers to ensure the safety of both the animals and passengers

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 136 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.7/5

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Trudy – AustraliaFebruary 20, 2025 – Verified booking
This experience is fantastic so good to see crocodiles free in their own habitats. Our guide was brilliant. I would recommend spectacular jumping crocodile river cruise to everyone.
J
Jason – AustraliaJanuary 8, 2025 – Verified booking
So good getting up close to the crocs and for $50 dollars was well worth it. If you are going, try to find a fly net to put over your hat, they are everywhere.
S
Stephanie – BelgiumDecember 23, 2024 – Verified booking
Would recommend! It was a nice tour and the guides know what they are doing.

Product ID: 442988

Activity provider:Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Cruises

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