Crocodile Express

#1 Daintree River Wildlife & Nature Eco Cruise Operator Since 1979

Crocodile Express Daintree Wildlife Cruise

From
$25.00
Per Person

Your Daintree River Cruise

Crocodile Express was the first wildlife cruise operator on the river in 1979. Your cruise will take you along sections of this spectacular waterway with your guide pointing out wildlife and florat along teh foreshore and creeks. Our naturalist guide will interpret the importance of this amazing World Heritage location. a Cruise on the Daintree River is a "must-do" activity as part of your Daintree Rainforest experience. The vessels are well equipped, comfortable and stable in all weather conditions.

 

Daintree River Wildlife Habitat

The Daintree is the habitat of an extensive array of wildlife many of which are endemic to this eco system only. This is also the habitat of the estuarine or saltwater crocodile seen regularly on our cruises, also look out for other reptiles, rare birds, flying foxes and beautiful butterflies. The Wet Tropics World Heritage Region is home to: 26% of Australia's frogs, 17% of it's reptiles, 58% of it's butterflies, 30% of marsupial specials and 48% of it's birds. Ask about the "Croc Pass" for free return cruise visits!

 

The Oldest Rainforest in the World

The Daintree Rainforest is a living museum of flora and fauna dating back 250 million years. There are close to 200 species of plants which only grow in the Wet Tropics, of which about 170 have been found north of the Daintree River, with perhaps 30 of them growing only in the Daintree and nowhere else in the world. The Daintree has many excellent rainforest walks located from Mossman Gorge to Cape Tribulation ofor you to explore at your own leisure. Call at Daintree Visitor Information Centre for maps.

 

Eco River Tour Guides

Our naturalist guides are real locals. They take a keen interest in the local environment and have been involved in Wet Tropics projects over the years. Their passion for the flora and fauna of the river systems reflected in their presentations on any cruise. Guides communicate with each other by radio to give you the best opportunity on sightings of wildlife along the river. The boats are stable and roomy so everyone can get up close adn move around teh vessel to get the best photos.

 

Two River Cruise Departure Points

Crocodile Express is the only operator with two different departure points along a twelve kilometre stretch of the river. This gives visitors the best opportunities to see wildlife and the diversity of this amazing eco system. From rainforest to mangroves the scenery is spectacular. The Upper Daintree section from Daintree Village and also from the Daintree River Ferry crossing on the road to Cape Tribulation and Cooktown.

Barratt Creek, a beautiful tributary of the Daintree is also available as an exclusive depaarture jetty for private charter groups

Exclusive Unlimited Cruise Croc Pass - great for birding t

Only Crocodile Express can offer visitors a free return pass on another section of this wonderful river system. If you would like to see more, be sure to ask at our office at the end of your cruise for your complimentary "Croc Pass". Proof of ID is required and subject to loadings on a standby basis. The Village is 12 kilometres from the ferry crossing, so there's lots to see, explore and learn about this rainforest and mangrove eco habitat. "Croc Pass" is a birdwatcher's & photographer's must have!

 

Daintree Visitor Information Centre

Visitors to the centre located in Daintree Village can source the best knowledge from locals in the know. From booking cruises to guided walks, accommodation, reef trips, fishing or lots of other rainforest adventures, our crew will be only too pleased to assist you discovering the best of the Greater Daintree REgion. The centre also carries a great range of local arts, crafts and souvenirs. Talk to a local information consultant for the best advice and information. Open 7 days from 9.00am.

 

Combo Packages & Specialised Birding

Contact our office for great combo packages. Combine your Daintree cruise with one or all of the following must do attractions and save. The Rainforest Habitat - Daintree Discovery Centre - Hartley's Crocodile Adventures. All offer free three day return visit passes.

Birding is a specialised field and renowned birding guide Ian "Sauce" Worcester takes enthuriasts on sunrise and sunset cruises along Barratt Creek and Daintree River Daily.

 

Times & Fares

Cruises depart regularly from Daintree Village Jetty and near Daintree Ferry

Daily from 8.30am

Adult $25
Seniors $20
Child (4 - 14 years) $13
Family (2 adults, 2 children) $60

All recieve a free unlimited cruise pass to return as many times as you like. Valid to use as you wish for a year. 

 

 

Daintree Rainforest Day Tour From Cairns & Port Douglas

The Adventure Company Australia operates from Cairns Tropical North Queensland and is 100% locally owned and operated with a dedicated cultured team of staff who are devoted to ensuring that each and every person travelling with The Adventure Company, experience the adventure of a life time. The Adventure Company specializes in sightseeing tours for individuals and small groups offering exceptional quality and value on each and every adventure. The Adventure Company’s main focus of the tour take place in the World Heritage listed National Park’s the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation viewing some of the most spectacular scenery and wildlife, not only in Australia, but in the world. The environments in which these activities are conducted are dated to be the oldest known living rainforest alive today. Our guides will share with you a greater awareness and understanding of this unique area including some of the rare and endangered animals, insects and plants species that have evolved over 135million years to shape this beautiful location to what we see today. The tour also provided history of the first settlers in the tropical north sharing native Aboriginal stories and the struggle of the first white settlers to the region. The interpretation provided by the Adventure Companies friendly, experienced and enthusiastic naturalist guides will enhance your understanding of this incredible part of the planet and bestow you with memories stories and the magic that it holds within. “Personally tailored for the naturally cultured”! Your day tour includes:  

Adult $109

Child $80

Coastal Drive - Travel to Port Douglas along one of the most renowned scenic coastal roads in Australia. Have your camera ready and eyes peeled to the right as we depart Palm Cove for breath taking views.Port Douglas - Enjoy free time in Port Douglas to soak up the village atmosphere along with a brief tour of 4 mile beach.Alexandria Lookout - The perfect location to view where the Daintree Rainforest, Daintree River and the Coral Sea merge into one spectacular panoramic reflect ion. Ideal spot for those post card photo opportunities.Lunch Time - Bring your own lunch or purchase a snack from the restaurant and chill on the white sand of Cape Tribulation Beach or enjoy a swim in the resort pool or in the ocean (Marine stingers are present during Oct to June).Cape Tribulation Beach - Already there for the lunch break you now have free time for a walk along the full length of the magical Cape Tribulation Bay ( takes 30min unguided) or s imply kick back and relax under the fringing rainforest of the Daintree where the "Rainforest meets the Reef"!Marrdja Botanical Boardwalk - Your guide will share the secret s of the rainforest and explain the amazing connect ion between the various rainforest plants, tidal creek systems and the many different species of mangrove trees that have thrived in this unique area for thousands of years.Daintree River Wildlife Cruise - Our journey continues to the majestic Daintree River for a 1hour Wildlife and Crocodile exploration. This is a rare location to see wildlife at play in their native habitat and retrieve knowledge and tales of the area from a local naturalist guide.Rex Lookout - On the return trip back to Cairns we will stop briefly at Rex's Lookout. A popular spot for tourist's to take scenic photos of the coast line and out to Green I s land. It's also a popular spot for dare devil hang gliders to enjoy the uplifting sea breeze.

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