Adelaide River Cruises - Jumping Crocodile Experience
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Darwin, Australia
- 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
There are few ways of getting close to 19-foot (6-meter) long saltwater crocodile safely, but the Jumping Croc Cruise is one. On a sturdy boat with well-trained staff you’ll cruise out onto the Adelaide River, looking for crocs. Staff will entice the animals with food, causing them to jump high in the air. This is an unmissable Northern Territory experience, and one that you’re sure to remember. Learn about the unique animals of the top end on a low-impact tour that respects the environment and its inhabitants.
- A family-friendly activity that’s stroller accessible
- Get up close to deadly saltwater crocodiles while staying safe
- Cruise in the comfort of a shaded boat
- Be amazed by the sheer power of these ancient animals
What's Included
- Licensed guide
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 1125 Anzac Parade, Middle Point NT 0822, Australia
1. Take the Stuart Highway out of Darwin and follow signs for Kakadu National Park. 2. Turn left onto the Arnhem Highway. 3. Turn left at Anzac Parade, Follow the road all the way to the end of Anzac Parade. Enter "Adelaide River Cruises - Jumping Crocodile Experience" into google maps.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
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Adelaide River Cruises - Jumping Crocodile Experience
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Nathan_J
Captain Jack was awesome. Great knowledge, great banter.
I have been to other jumping croc cruises in Darwin many times over the last 20 years when family or friends come to visit but this was the best yet. I will definitely make this cruise the only jumping Croc cruise I take my peeps too.
What a great family business. We had the privilege of having Jacks grandfather on the cruise, you could see the great connection these boys have, so cool.
Hope you win the 2 slabs bro
Reviews
4.9
based on 999 reviews
Lisa_L, Oct 2025
A great experience, Captain Jake was very knowledgeable and we got to see a lot of crocs. Very reasonably priced.
Beverly_O, Oct 2025
Really enjoyed this experience. Would highly recommend. Was near the end of season so the boat was not full which made the experience better as got great views of the crocodiles.
Shanese_U, Oct 2025
The Crocodile river cruise was an experience like no other! Jake, the captain was very funny, made us all feel super comfortable, couldn’t have asked for a better tour guide.
We had an amazing view of multiple crocs to get the best photos and videos we could!
Would definitely do it again.
Tim_N, Oct 2025
Very worth while going great tour guide easy to get there would go again next time I visit the territory
darryl_g, Oct 2025
Captain Jack was very informative and knowledgeable and experienced in the local flora and fauna and all the estuaries
Cheryl_L, Oct 2025
Best experience ever. Money well spent. So great to see these magnificent beasts in the wild and not in a cage. It was a smaller boat which was perfect as everyone got to see the crocodiles up close. The knowledgeable guide made sure of that.
Helena_P, Oct 2025
What a fantastic jumping crocodile experience! John is truly amazing with knowledge and experience about crocodiles. We were very lucky to see a jumping, high, big, and teenage-sized crocodiles. I highly recommend this.
Katrina_Z, Sep 2025
Great way to spend the morning. Nice drive out from Darwin, a little oasis to sit and wait for the boat. Once on board, great experience and very informative. Our Captain Dillon was a pleasure and made it lots of fun. Enjoyed all the wildlife from Goanna's to Crocodiles etc
Heather_S, Sep 2025
The best cruise and very informative and fantastic experience don’t miss this amazing opportunity 😊
LAWSON_L, Sep 2025
Loved every minute, 9a.m cruise so they were all in attendance. Brutus followed us for a bit & "Dominator" was huge. I love how they all have names & are so familiar with them all. Dillion was very knowledgeable & we enjoyed his banter. Love supporting a Family business. We hope you all have a good break over the wet season & come back all refreshed. Worth the trip from S.A. :)
Elleni_S, Sep 2025
Great tour, guides were very knowledgeable and made sure to show us as much as they could! Boat was comfy and you could really see everything.
Mark_F, Sep 2025
Very close up experience with the cross.
Guide was great bundle of knowledge.
Purpose built boat feels safe.
Leah_B, Sep 2025
It was amazing. We seen lots of crocs jumping even little terrible tim. Cute little guy. Brutus was cute getting back scratches.
Ashleigh_V, Aug 2025
Brilliant experience. You get up super close on each side of the boat to the crocs. Great information from our guide!
Morell_C, Aug 2025
Fun adventure on the spectacular Adelaide River
A natural ecosystem that shows off our beautiful landscape!
REBECCA_R, Aug 2025
Saw 14+ crocs including Dominator & Brutus. Amazing, nailbiting, raw & natural croc country. Operator knowledge & explanations, so informative. A must see.
Marioara_P, Aug 2025
We loved the close encounter with the many cross. Skipper Jake was very knowledgeable and the safety of the passengers was his priority
Bill_S, Aug 2025
Great boat ride plenty of crocs and some are very big. Jake was a good skipper keep your fingers inside the or you’ll be in trouble
Nathan_J, Aug 2025
Captain Jack was awesome. Great knowledge, great banter.
I have been to other jumping croc cruises in Darwin many times over the last 20 years when family or friends come to visit but this was the best yet. I will definitely make this cruise the only jumping Croc cruise I take my peeps too.
What a great family business. We had the privilege of having Jacks grandfather on the cruise, you could see the great connection these boys have, so cool.
Hope you win the 2 slabs bro
Marcelle_C, Jul 2025
A must do in Darwin ! This was an up close view of the crocs in Adelaide River. The guide was great and knowledgeable! It’s a boat trip you will never forget !!
Emer_K, Jun 2025
Sean gave us an amazing tour! Up close & personal with the crocs. It was an action packed hour & well worth the hour drive outside Darwin to Adelaide river.
Mayuree_S, Jun 2025
You must go to see this trip.
Experience and exciting. Crocodiles hub with chicken and jumping for food.
Kevin_T, May 2025
The guys that run the tour are great told us all about the crocodiles and the river system and the area. Would highly recommend the tour to anyone and already have. Great work boys.
Raymond_N, May 2025
Very informative, th a lot of humor. Thanks for the wonderful experience. It's truly enjoyable. Love it!
Natalie_P, May 2025
What an amazing experience, these guys are so welcoming, showed us so many crocs and gave us so much information. We will definitely do this again with these guys. Was the best
Roslyn_F, May 2025
This is a must do when in the top end. We easily drove ourselves but you can pay extra to use a bus tour. It is both thrilling and very informative. It is safe if you follow the strict instructions. Great value for money. Don't be concerned by the unsealed grassy road you have to turn into, you will get there.
jac_g, Sep 2024
Great experience even if you've seen the jumping Crocs! So up close. It was truely amazing! Great value too.
Oliver_G, Sep 2024
Crocs found straight away including some of the biggest on the river, Dominator and Brutus. Terrifying prehistoric animals! Great commentary, humour and facts along the way. Thanks for a great and entertaining experience!
Betty_C, Sep 2024
Our young tour guide was a super knowledgeable and fun guy. The tour was excellent and totally over-delivered. We had crocs everywhere Would do it again without any hesitation.
Lisa_H, Aug 2024
Great friendly bunch of guys. Happily waited for everyone. Small group much better, great views of crocs and tour guy Dylan was very informative.
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