Hartley's Crocodile Adventures

Overview

Hartley's Crocodile Adventures is a renowned wildlife park offering close-up encounters with crocodiles and a variety of other native Australian animals. Located just north of Cairns, it's a perfect blend of education and entertainment in a lush tropical setting.

One of the oldest and most respected crocodile parks in Australia, known for its conservation efforts and interactive experiences.

Zoo Educational Nature

Location

Address

Captain Cook Highway, Wangetti, Queensland

Neighborhood: Northern Beaches

Coordinates

-16.821600, 145.713600

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

tuesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

wednesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

sunday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Admission

Adults

$46

Children

$23

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

May-September

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds, cooler temperatures

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

2 hours

Recommended

4 hours

Full Experience

full day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

warm and humid

• lush greenery
• baby crocodiles

summer

hot and humid

• extended hours

autumn

warm and dry

• cool weather

winter

cool and dry

• cooler temperatures

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones food

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• uneven paths
• wild animals

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, credit cards

Currency

Australian Dollar (AUD)

Typical Costs

entry $46

parking $7

food $20

souvenirs $25

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing, flip-flops

Booking Tips

• 2 weeks
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Hartley's Crocodile Adventures App

Size: 30 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets, Feeding schedule

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Cairns Airport

Distance: 40 km

Travel Time: 40 minutes

taxi

$70 40 min

public_transport

$5 1 hour

From City Center

Distance: 25 km

bus

$3 45 min

taxi

$50 25 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Unique wildlife experience

Historical Significance: One of the first crocodile parks in Australia

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

• Try local coffee
• Ask for guide Steve

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello G'day

thank_you Ta

where_is Where's

how_much How much

beautiful Beautiful

ticket Ticket

Guide Languages: English, Mandarin, Japanese

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Crocodile feeding area

Best Time: Feeding time

Tips: Low angle

Result: Exciting shot

#wildlife #crocodiles

Tropical gardens

Best Time: Early morning

Tips: Wide angle

Result: Beautiful landscape

#nature #gardens

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas, gardens

prohibited areas animal enclosures

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Daintree Rainforest

Distance: 15 km

Walking: N/A

Type: Rainforest

Cairns Esplanade