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Crocodile Tours in Darwin: The 15 We Would Pay For

22 tours  ·  from $28

Good crocodile tours in Darwin sell out well ahead and the pick of them go first. Here are 15 to lock in early, what each includes, and where they part company.

Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise - The 6:00 AM start and drive north
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Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise

1.Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,119 reviews · from $172Our pick

Spend about 11 hours with Litchfield Escapes visiting Adelaide River crocodiles, Litchfield’s termite mounds, Wangi Falls, Florence Falls, and Buley Rockhole. Hotel-area pickup, lunch, snacks, water, and a small group of up to 24 are included. Guides such as Dylan, Daz, Will, and Damo bring local stories and humor to a full, active day.

“A fantastic tour led by an incredible guide! Dylan communicated clearly before the tour and was outstanding throughout the day. His knowledge of the crocodiles, wildlife, and the broader history and nature of the national park and Darwin areRead more”

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Adelaide River Cruises - Jumping Crocodile Experience - From the boat ramp to the first crocodile
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Adelaide River Cruises – Jumping Crocodile Experience

2.Adelaide River Cruises – Jumping Crocodile Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 997 reviews · from $43

Cruise the Adelaide River for about an hour as guides such as Jack, Jake, Dillon, and John point out saltwater crocodiles and explain the river system. A shaded boat brings you close to named crocs including Brutus and Dominator, while careful feeding creates the famous jumping action. The tour is family-friendly, stroller accessible, and limited to 28 people.

“Very close up experience with the cross. Guide was great bundle of knowledge. Purpose built boat feels safe.”

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From Darwin: Litchfield Park Tour & Jumping Crocodile Cruise - Wangi Falls brings the first swim
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From Darwin: Litchfield Park Tour & Jumping Crocodile Cruise

3.Litchfield Park Tour & Jumping Crocodile Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 829 reviews · 11 hours · from $162

Spend 11 hours with Litchfield Escapes visiting the Adelaide River and Litchfield National Park. Watch crocodiles launch from the water, swim at Wangi Falls, Buley Rockhole, and Florence Falls, and enjoy a fresh picnic lunch. Guides such as Dylan, Will, Daz, and Damo add local stories, bush knowledge, and plenty of humor.

“An excellent day out. I definitely recommend this tour, a perfectsized group with an excellent tour guide, even had some bad dad jokes to keep us amused.”

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The Croc Bus to the Famous Jumping Crocodile Cruise - Stop one: the boxing crocodile at Humpty Doo
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The Croc Bus to the Famous Jumping Crocodile Cruise

4.The Croc Bus to the Famous Jumping Crocodile Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 481 reviews · from $93

Ride the air-conditioned Croc Bus from Darwin to the Adelaide River for a one-hour jumping crocodile cruise, then visit Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve. You’ll also stop at the Humpty Doo Hotel to see the world’s largest boxing crocodile. Guides such as Lloyd, Dylan, Jake, and Daz add local stories, wildlife facts, and plenty of humor.

“It was great and well worth the fee and your time. The bus operator and the croc boat operator explained a lot along the way.”

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Litchfield and Jumping Crocodiles Full Day Trip from Darwin - What lunch is really like
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Litchfield and Jumping Crocodiles Full Day Trip from Darwin

5.Litchfield and Jumping Crocodiles Full Day Trip from Darwin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 433 reviews · from $190

Join Wallaroo Tours for a 12-hour Darwin day trip with a one-hour Adelaide River jumping crocodile cruise, Litchfield waterfalls, termite mounds, picnic lunch, and a champagne sunset. Guides such as Ian and Ash add local insight. Swimming is offered at Wangi and Florence Falls during the Dry season.

“The whole day was memorable. From the Jumping Crocs and swimming in the waterholes at Lichfield to the relaxed Sunset over Fannie Bay. The tour was full but flexible at the same time. Our guide, Ash was so knowledgeable and friendly.”

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1 Hour Jumping Crocodile Cruise on the Adelaide River - Boarding the purpose-built boat
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1 Hour Jumping Crocodile Cruise on the Adelaide River

6.1 Hour Jumping Crocodile Cruise on the Adelaide River

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 345 reviews · from $39

Join guides including Wookie, Jack, or Shane aboard a purpose-built boat on the Adelaide River, about an hour from Darwin. In one hour, you may see saltwater crocodiles rise for food, learn how they live, and spot birds such as kites and eagles. Tea and coffee are included, and the tour returns to the same meeting point.

“Excellent experience was as expected. got to see plenty of crocs including Stumpy and Wokeye. straff were great.”

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Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise - Why the crocodiles jump
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Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise

7.Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 237 reviews · 1 hour · from $38

Cruise the Adelaide River for one hour as wild saltwater crocodiles rise beside a covered boat to take buffalo meat. Guides such as Wooky, Shano, and Rick explain crocodile behavior, river ecology, and local birdlife. You may also spot sea eagles, kites, bull sharks, flying-foxes, sawfish, and other Northern Territory wildlife.

“Had a great time, learning about and seeing the cross that these people know so well. Loved hearing all about them and the area.”

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"Cage Of Death" Crocodile Swim and Entry to Crocosaurus Cove - The 30-minute briefing is more useful than filler
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“Cage Of Death” Crocodile Swim and Entry to Crocosaurus Cove

8.“Cage Of Death” Crocodile Swim and Entry to Crocosaurus Cove

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 150 reviews · 15 min

At Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin, you receive a 30-minute safety briefing before entering a clear cage suspended above a saltwater crocodile. Spend 15 minutes beside crocs such as Leo, Baru, William, Kate, Axel, and Chopper, with handlers using feedings to encourage movement. Your ticket also covers the park for the rest of the day. Photos cost extra.

“Wonderful to be so close to these amazing animals is such a safe way.”

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Darwin: The Croc Bus to the Famous Jumping Crocodile Cruise - A bus ride with local stories, jokes and useful context
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Darwin: The Croc Bus to the Famous Jumping Crocodile Cruise

9.The Croc Bus to the Famous Jumping Crocodile Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 120 reviews · 4 hours · from $92

Travel by Croc Bus from central Darwin to Humpty Doo, Fogg Dam and the Adelaide River. Your English-speaking driver shares local stories and croc facts before an hour-long jumping crocodile cruise. Guides such as Lloyd, Daz, Jake and Dylan are known for lively commentary, careful safety advice and finding plenty of crocodiles.

“Our guide Lloyd was knowledgeable, funny and friendly. Foggy Dam is amazing and we can not express how good the jumping croc cruise was. great guide, so much information and so many Crocs. we loved every minute of the 4 hr tour. would highly recommend this tour!”

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Darwin: Pathfinder Original Jumping Crocodile Cruise - What happens during the one-hour cruise
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Darwin: Pathfinder Original Jumping Crocodile Cruise

10.Pathfinder Original Jumping Crocodile Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · from $48

From the Adelaide River, a skipper takes you close to wild saltwater crocodiles as they swim, rest, and feed near the boat. The cruise runs for about an hour, with morning and afternoon departures, a maximum of 38 people, and guides such as Steve adding clear, funny commentary. You drive yourself roughly 60 minutes from Darwin.

“Lovely relaxed setting. Saw many crocodiles up close. The boat ride was great. Our guide was informative and funny.”

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Jumping Crocodile Cruise from Darwin Half-Day Scenic Trip - The Adelaide River stop and what to expect
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Jumping Crocodile Cruise from Darwin Half-Day Scenic Trip

11.Jumping Crocodile Cruise from Darwin Half-Day Scenic Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 80 reviews · 4h 30m · from $99

Travel from Darwin to the Adelaide River with a local driver-guide, then board a small-group vessel for an hour among wild saltwater crocodiles. Guides such as Chris, Dani, Aaron, and Rick have shared local stories, croc facts, and Top End wildlife knowledge. The return trip includes a 20-minute Humpty Doo stop.

“Great - trip and really enjoyed. As well as the crocs, had a fantastic guide/driver who was very informative and great personality. Humpty Doo was good too - had last been there 25 years ago! Thanks all Throughly recommend”

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Darwin: Adelaide River Cruises, Jumping Crocodile Experience - From Anzac Parade to the river dock
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Darwin: Adelaide River Cruises, Jumping Crocodile Experience

12.Adelaide River Cruises, Jumping Crocodile Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 79 reviews · 1 hour · from $38

Join Adelaide River Cruises for a one-hour boat trip among saltwater crocodiles in the wild Adelaide River. Guides such as Dylan, John, Jake, and their team explain crocodile behavior and the wetland ecosystem while positioning the boat for close views of animals including Brutus and Dominator. Tea, coffee, and snacks are included.

“Absolutely unforgettable – highlight of our trip! We just spent 10 days exploring the Northern Territory with our family (4 adults, 2 seniors, and 3 kids), and this tour was the highlight for everyone! It was fun, interactive, informative — and packed with action. We saw so many jumping crocodiles, and we had no idea they’d come so close to the boat! Our guide, John, was incredible — honestly, he could have a master’s degree in crocodiles! His knowledge, energy, and passion made the experience even more amazing. We all would’ve given this tour five stars if we had Gmail accounts — but I’m the only one who could leave…”

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Jumping Crocodile Cruise with lunch - Fogg Dam at 45 minutes
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Jumping Crocodile Cruise with lunch

13.Jumping Crocodile Cruise with lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 76 reviews

Leave Darwin at 7:30 am for the Adelaide River, where guides such as Pat take you close to saltwater crocodiles leaping for food. You will also visit Fogg Dam for birds, eat lunch at Humpty Doo Hotel, and ride in an air-conditioned bus with hotel or cruise-port transfers. Small-boat departures may offer the closest views.

“Go on this trip. The guide Pat makes it incredible, ok so being a half meter from 5 meter Crocs helps too! The shuttle ride down was really relaxing too. Picked us up and dropped us off in front of the hotel. This was the highlight of our family trip to Darwin.”

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Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket - The best way to plan the daily schedule
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Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket

14.Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 72 reviews · 1 day · from $28Best value

At Darwin’s Crocosaurus Cove, you can see huge saltwater crocodiles, watch scheduled feedings, hold a baby croc, and explore Australia’s largest reptile display. The $28 one-day ticket includes admission and lets you plan around talks, fish feeding, turtle presentations, and crocodile encounters. Optional close-up activities cost extra.

“We enjoyed the place. Lots of interesting information. Interactive if you wanted the experience.”

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Darwin: Adelaide River Queen Original Jumping Crocodile Cruise - The 1:00 pm start and easy meeting point
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Darwin: Adelaide River Queen Original Jumping Crocodile Cruise

15.Adelaide River Queen Original Jumping Crocodile Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · from $43

Join the Adelaide River Queen at 1:00 pm for a one-hour cruise with crocodiles leaping for food beside the boat. Choose the open canopy deck or enclosed, air-conditioned lower deck with croc-proof glass and toilets. Guides provide commentary, while the crew answers questions and keeps the close-up action safe.

“A cruise not to be missed. Seeing the crocodiles up close and jumping for the meat was awesome. Commentary from the guide was good too”

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★ 3.1Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS EntryFrom $8120 reviews

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