The Original Adelaide River Queen Jumping Crocodile Cruises
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The Original Adelaide River Queen Jumping Crocodile Cruises
The Original Adelaide River Queen Jumping Crocodile Cruises
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In the murky waters of the Adelaide River, lives the most dangerous reptile in Northern Australia. The huge saltwater jumping crocodiles are the stars of this fascinating 1 hour cruise, which excites, entertains and educates. Crocodiles can be seen caged anywhere, but this may be your only chance to see the Famous Jumping Crocodiles 'in Action in the Wild'. Perched high above the dangers of the crocodiles is a feast of birdlife – white belly sea eagles, magpie, geese, brolgas, spritely dollar birds and hawks (known as kites in the NT). Kingfishers and corellas gather in flocks of hundreds on the marshy floodplains beside the river. Wild pigs and buffalo are often sighted darting in and out of the tall grasses along the river banks.
Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia
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2023
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ntagistment
Darwin, Australia1 contribution
Oct. 2023
Absolutely awesome
I have been on this tour several times, the first in 1988 3 years into operation, I am dearly hoping the tour I was on for the last day trading for 2023 is not the final one for the Adelaide River Queen. Sad news it will be to see such an amazing iconic tour for the NT shut down.
I have been on this tour several times, the first in 1988 3 years into operation, I am dearly hoping the tour I was on for the last day trading for 2023 is not the final one for the Adelaide River Queen. Sad news it will be to see such an amazing iconic tour for the NT shut down.
Written 8 November 2023
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Candice O
4 contributions
Nov. 2023
Our skipper was very knowledgable and funny. I had a great time seeing the crocs in their natural environment.
Written 7 November 2023
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ktebrooke10
Maidstone, UK1 contribution
Aug. 2023
I’m from the UK so don’t get many crocs back home. What an experience, the boat was clean and the view sensational. The guy knew his stuff, very knowledgeable and funny. Would definitely do it again if I come back for another visit
Written 6 November 2023
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TB2317
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Oct. 2023 • Family
Very informative mixed with humor. Great experience especially for the kids. Really helped get the message to the kids about staying away from creeks and water holes in the top end.
Written 5 November 2023
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nickgardiner42
Darwin, Australia1 contribution
Oct. 2023
Tour guide was engaging and funny, saw plenty of great jumps and local wildlife, awesome experience overall
Written 2 November 2023
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Dyan H
4 contributions
Oct. 2023
During the hour long cruise we got to see plenty of crocodiles up close and to watch them have a feed was like wow. The tour guide was excellent she was humourous which would be great for people who could be a bit nervous and she knew about the area the crocodiles and their habits very well
Written 28 October 2023
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stephtag
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Oct. 2023 • Family
Would 100% recommend this cruise - our family loved it. Our guide gave a great show, and gave us lots of interesting info without talking overly much. It was clear that he really cared for the animals as well. Would definitely do the cruise again. There were plenty of shared photo opportunities, and this was even encouraged which was refreshing.
Written 25 October 2023
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Maddison L
Adelaide, Australia2 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Family
Tamara was fantastic and very entertaining. My husband and I along with our two children (3 & 10 months) had a great time and saw 4 crocs!!!! Including a little baby one. Such a great experience. Thank you.
Written 25 October 2023
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KIWI-UK2009
Okaihau, New Zealand5 contributions
Oct. 2023
Really excellent. Our guide Steve was friendly and knowledgeable with good banter, that didn't feel like he was just going through the motions (which so many tour guides do). We have more than our allotted (paid) time, although it was end of season so fairly quiet. Saw lots of crocs, saw jumping, all the boxes ticked. Great value for money.
Written 24 October 2023
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Pru C
Ballarat, Australia27 contributions
Oct. 2023
Would recommend doing this it was a great experience, plenty of crocodiles to see, excellent guide, and thoroughly enjoyed it!
Written 24 October 2023
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