Whitsunday Crocodile Safari
Tour overview
Search the bush and waterways of the wild Proserpine River on this Whitsunday Crocodile Safari. Go croc-spotting on a Proserpine River cruise, and look for diverse wetlands wildlife on a tractor-drawn wagon tour.
Take part in a Queensland mud crab catch, and get a taste of bush life with traditional billy tea and damper. Enjoy a fresh Aussie barbecue lunch, with comfortable hotel pick-up and drop-off from Airlie Beach, Cannonvale or Proserpine.
Tour Highlights
- Spot saltwater crocodiles on a 2-hour Proserpine River cruise
- Travel on an open-air wagon and marvel at Australia's extraordinary wildlife
- Experience traditional Australian "bush tucker", with damper and billy tea prepared fresh on site
- A tasty Aussie BBQ lunch
- A small group gives an intimate and special experience
- Plenty of photo opportunities with a chatty, attentive guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off from Airlie Beach hotels
Itinerary
*Example itinerary only. The order, timing and stops may change on the day due to tides, weather and operating conditions.
Airlie Beach, Cannonvale or Proserpine
Take a walk on the wild side. After pick-up from your accommodation, travel inland along waterways and backwater channels to the natural base for the day.
Proserpine River Cruise
Float along the gentle currents of the Proserpine River, keeping an eye out for wild saltwater crocodiles sprawled on the banks or hiding just beneath the surface. The river guide points out other native wildlife along the way, including lizards, turtles and colourful birds.
Aussie BBQ Lunch
A fresh Aussie BBQ in a quiet landscape teeming with wildlife.
Tractor-Drawn Wagon Through The Wetlands
Explore the lowlands on an open-air, tractor-drawn wagon as the guide shares the secrets of the local landscape. Bush activities include a Queensland mud crab catch and traditional "bush tucker" of billy tea and damper bread.
Hotel Drop-Off
The tour ends with drop-off back at your accommodation.
Good to know
Crocodile sightings: Sightings are not guaranteed, as the crocodiles are wild, although the success rate is 99.8% over 20 years.
Is This Tour Suitable For You?
What's Included in the Whitsundays Crocodile Safari?
Included
- A two-hour calm-water cruise on the Proserpine River with saltwater crocodile watching
- An open-air, elevated, tractor-drawn wagon-train tour
- Aussie BBQ lunch
- Freshly cooked, traditional bushman's damper and billy tea
- Comprehensive commentary from experienced local guides
- Return coach transfers from Airlie Beach, Shute Harbour and mainland accommodation
- Drinks
What To Bring
Dress for a day outdoors on the river and in the wetlands.
- Binoculars
- Camera
- Hat
- Jacket or pullover
- Sunscreen
Departure and Returns
Departure point: Guest pick-up is offered from most accommodation and bus stops in the Airlie Beach, Cannonvale and Proserpine areas.
Returns: Drop-off back at your accommodation.
More Information
Confirmation is received at the time of booking unless booked within 9 days of travel. In that case, confirmation is received within 48 hours, subject to availability.
A vegetarian option is available if requested at the time of booking. The tour is not wheelchair accessible but is stroller accessible, and infants must sit on laps.
This tour has a maximum of 31 travellers and is operated by Whitsunday Crocodile Safari.
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Terms and Conditions Of Travel
Cancellation policy: Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time are not refunded, and changes made less than 24 hours before are not accepted. Cut-off times are based on local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it is cancelled due to poor weather, you will be offered a different date or a full refund. It also requires a minimum number of travellers, and if that minimum is not met you will be offered a different date, a different experience or a full refund.
Health & safety: The tour runs in the crocodiles' natural habitat, so sightings cannot be guaranteed. Follow the guide's directions at all times around the river.
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