Adelaide River Jumping Crocodile Cruise
Adelaide River
On the Adelaide River, about 65 km southeast of Darwin, watch wild saltwater crocodiles leap out of the water to snatch food. It is a thrilling experience.
The Adelaide River has one of the highest densities of saltwater crocodiles. Several boat tour companies operate along the Arnhem Highway. Crew members hang meat from poles to lure wild saltwater crocodiles, and crocodiles up to 5 metres long leap vertically out of the water to snatch it, coming within a metre or two of passengers. The cruise takes about 1 hour, and you may also see sea eagles, kingfishers and other birds. It is about 1 hour's drive, or you can join a half-day tour with pick-up, often combined with Fogg Dam.
Good to know: never put your hands outside the boat.
Opening hours
Several sessions daily (about 09:00–15:00; per operator)
Nearby sights
- Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve
- Mary River Wetlands (Corroboree Billabong)
- Berry Springs Nature Park
- Territory Wildlife Park
- Crocodylus Park
- Darwin Aviation Museum
- RFDS Darwin Tourist Facility
- Darwin Waterfront Precinct