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Hartleys Crocodile Adventures
Palm Cove, Cairns

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Hartley's Crocodile Adventures is the best place to see crocodiles and native wildlife in Tropical North Queensland. It's home to a range of habitats including melaleuca Wetlands, riverine rainforest and eucalypt woodland.

Hartley's was the first place in Australia to perform Crocodile feeding shows for the public and the 'Crocodile Attack Show' is world famous. Timber boardwalks provide elevated viewing of wildlife as visitors journey through a range of natural habitats.

The walk-in tropical aviary is a mixed immersion exhibit, enabling up-close viewing of some of North Queensland's bird life such as parrots and finches.

The boat ride on Hartley's Lagoon is a unique eco adventure. On specially designed boats, explore the natural habitat of the Australian Saltwater Crocodile and learn about the ecological significance of the melaleuca wetlands found throughout northern Australia.

Hartley's is famous for its exciting and educational wildlife presentations including wetland wildlife, snake show, cassowary feeding and koala feeding. Guided tours of the adjoining crocodile farm add to the learning experience.

Their brand new display the Macalister Education Centre is an interpretive display focusing on the distinctive history, geology and natural features of this very special part of the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area.


CONTACT DETAILS

Phone: 07 4055 3576
Email: marketing@crocodileadventures.com
Web: www.crocodileadventures.com

ENTRY INFORMATION

Open Times:
Open daily 0830 to 1700 every day (except Christmas Day).

Entry Costs:

EntryCostValid From 
Adult$31.00   01 Apr 08 - 31 Mar 09    
Adult$45.50   01 Apr 08 - 31 Mar 09   Entry and Photo Discount Package.
Adult$56.00   01 Apr 08 - 31 Mar 09   Great Australian Wildlife Package Cairns Tropical Zoo and Hartley's Crocodile Adventures.
Child
(Aged 4-15)
$15.50   01 Apr 08 - 31 Mar 09    
Child
(Aged 4-15)
$30.00   01 Apr 08 - 31 Mar 09   Entry and Photo Discount Package.
Child
(Aged 4-15)
$28.00   01 Apr 08 - 31 Mar 09   Great Austrailan Wildlife Package Cairns Tropical Zoo and Hartley's Crocodile Adventures.
Family$77.50   01 Apr 08 - 31 Mar 09   Two adults and two children (aged 4 to 15 years).
Student$24.80   01 Apr 08 - 31 Mar 09    
Student$39.30   01 Apr 08 - 31 Mar 09   Entry and Photo Discount Package.

FURTHER INFORMATION


Children: Children are welcome. Children must be controlled and supervised at all times by a responsible adult.

Disabled: Disabled access is available throughout the attraction. All paths and boardwalks are wheelchair accessible, as are the boats. Disabled toilet facilities also available. (Crocodile farm and Cassowary Garden are compacted gravel paths and may not be accessible without assistance).

Entity Facilities

Restaurant sells plated meals, fully licensed sandwiches, burgers, pies, sausage rolls, chips, ice creams and drinks.

Entity Facilities

At Lilies Restaurant guests can relax beside the lagoon and enjoy great coffee, a light snack or a delicious meal. It is also an excellent venue for exclusive night functions. Night-time activities can include crocodile spotting by boat on the lagoon, guided night walks and interactive wildlife presentations.

Entity Restrictions

Entry is subject to acceptance of the Conditions of Entry displayed at Reception.

General Comments

The owners reserve the right to close the attraction in the event of cyclone or road access problems.

How to get There

Various coach companies available. Details available from tour desks or place of accommodation. Attraction is situated 40 kilometres north of Cairns and 25 kilometres south of Port Douglas on the Captain Cook Highway.

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Special rates apply for students with identification, Australian Aged Pensioners and other categories - proof is required.



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