Thrills and more Visited today 12/02/2026 specifically to do the "Cage of Death".

We were feeling a bit nervous but that was all put aside following the safety talk and meeting some of the Team. The Team were all passionate about the animals in their care.

It should be noted that the large crocs were "rescued" after being labelled as "problems".

All of the animals we saw looked well cared for.

The "Cage of Death" was an amazing experience, giving us the ability to look eye to eye with a live crocodile only an inch from our faces. Remember, these crocodiles would have been euthanised had they not been brought to Crocosaurus Cove.

10/10 experience Amazing! Of course I was nervous to go in but not at any point did I feel scared or uncomfortable. It’s an unbelievable experience to share the water with such an amazing animal and literally look it straight in the eye as it stares right back at you. Staff was amazing and the photographer did a great job. Worth every penny. Thanks to the team for the great experience. Could not have been better:)

Great way to get close to some large crocodiles as well as other aquatic animals and reptiles. Well worth the money

Well worth a visit. Discount tickets avilable through bookme which we did. There is also the added option of swimming with a croc in a glass tube. Big reptile house and you can feed the baby crocs which is included in admission.

Not what I expected - the conditions are very saddening This is not what I expected. It’s very sad to see massive crocodiles in pools that are practically no longer than their own bodies. In my opinion, the enclosures for the snakes and other small reptiles are also far too small. The worst part was seeing juvenile crocodiles with their snouts taped shut for photos. I believe that in 2025, people should be ashamed of taking these photos for fun and supporting this practice.

All the hype is unwarranted Disappointed in this visit. The whole place was very tired looking and badly in need of a facelift. Not worth it for the price.

Really enjoyed my visit to Crocosaurus Cove. I got to see some massive saltwater crocodiles up close, and the place offers a fun and interesting tour where you can learn more, explore the tanks, and even take photos inside. It’s a great experience for both adults and kids.

They also have the famous Cage of Death, where you go down in a clear capsule inside the crocodile tank. I didn’t do it because I was too scared lol but it definitely looks unforgettable.

Overall, a very cool and unique experience in the heart of Darwin. Worth a visit!

My partner and I bought the VIP experience and we were grateful to meet Thomas! He made our trip extra special due to my partner and I being the only 2 for the day and took the time to explain and ask if we had questions and made it really enjoyable and fun! So Thomas if your reading this Thankyou! I would recommend coming here

On the plus side the Cage of Death (although sounding dramatic) was such a great experience, what a brilliant way to get super close to a massive Crocodile. My partner and I shared the experience and we thought it was on a par or better than the swimming with Whale Sharks in WA.
On the negative side a lot of the enclosures for the Crocs and the other reptiles were in poor condition, what I mean is the Perspex was scratched or crazed or dirty, viewing was difficult or obstructed in many cases. Even the cage of death needed a polish to remove the scratching, also the radio mic needed new batteries as the PA kept dropping the voice of our guide.
Overall it was a very good experience and the staff were fabulous.

Hidden Gem for Reptile Lovers in the Heart of Darwin As a lifelong wildlife lover and avid herper, I visited several major institutions across Australia, including Taronga Zoo and the Australian Reptile Park. Surprisingly, both were a bit of a letdown when it came to showcasing native Australian reptiles.

Crocosaurus Cove, on the other hand, absolutely exceeded my expectations. While its advertising leans toward the flashy — “Cage of Death,” “Swim with Crocs,” and similar thrill-oriented attractions — it would be a mistake to dismiss it as just another tourist spectacle. Behind the showmanship lies one of the best and most comprehensive collections of native Northern Territory reptiles I encountered anywhere in Australia.

The variety was outstanding — from a full lineup of venomous snakes to rare and regionally unique lizards and monitors, including species you’d be hard-pressed to find anywhere else. The displays were well-maintained and informative, and the animals looked healthy and active.

If you’re genuinely interested in Australia’s native reptile fauna, don’t overlook Crocosaurus Cove just because of its flashy marketing. It’s a real treasure for anyone passionate about reptiles and Australian wildlife. Highly recommended.

Disappointing Friendly staff: however place is overrated and well worn for the price and how it is marketed.
Feel for the crocs in such small enclosures and left wondering how this is even acceptable.

Needs TLC Think this was once a great place to visit Now I feel it needs a makeover and a paint etc. I even felt sorry for the crocodiles in such small enclosures The inclosure with the replies was good and got to hold a snake

Overhyped and mainly for kids, attractions are standard and very basic. The croc feeding is comedic at best. You can certainly hold the baby crocs, but the picture is $35. The swimming with the crocs looked super lame as well. The croc just sits there while you splash about in a plastic container for $$$$! Like other reviews stated, the other park is better, especially for the crazy entrance fee.

What a great experience! A must do while your in Darwin, the staff are great and friendly too! Make sure you catch the variety of feeding and informative shows they have. Recommended getting the pass out at lunch and grabbing some local cuisine before heading back in for the arvo. Cool little gift shop also

Great Day out What a great day. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Very informative and interactive even with just the lowest cost entry. The reptile show, feeding the baby Crocs, the reptile house, seeing the cage of death, we loved it all. Very much recommend.

Crocosaurus Cove Darwin If you want an exciting day out in Darwin definitely visit Crocosaurus Cove and book the VIP tour. It is well worth it. You get to feed a crocodiles and hold baby crocodiles and reptiles. You might also get to watch the Cage of Death and see Whip Rays and fish feeding. You also get to take home photos of your crocodile feeding. A great day out.

Awesome day out, well worth the money we spent. We witnessed a snake eating a rat! We held a lizard & a snake at no extra cost, we seen many snakes, crocodiles, turtles and lizards. Crocodile show was fantastic, when in Darwin we would go the again.

Great experience The bucketlist experience lived up to the high expectations. I had an amazing
time in the Cage of Death experience. I have nothing but good things to say about
Crocosaurus Cove

So much fun A great experience - staff were fantastic and they fitted us in at short notice. Thankyou for a great day. And best of all is the location - so great in the middle of town.

We really enjoyed Crocosaurus cove. Good viewing of the crocodiles with feeding sessions. Lots of reptiles to see and there was a snake and reptile show. We also got to see the people in the clear cage swim in the croc pool. All exhibits were easy to see. It's in the city and easy to get to. I would recommend a visit.

Highly recommend you check this place out. For 40$ AUD per adult, you can get a fun enough experience. You can pay more to do things like feed the crocodiles and swim in a tank nearby. This place is mind blowing for sure as I’ve never seen an animal that large from up close. You don’t need to buy tickets in advance for the basic entry ticket. I am unsure if you have to buy in advance for the other options.

Had a ball We did the croc experience. It was fantastic and well organised. The reptile exhibit was also great. All wildlife seemed well fed and in great shape.

Within Chomping Distance!! Outstanding attraction, the staff on the Cage of Death were excellent, knowledgable and caring. The experience of being so close and viewing a 5 metre Crocodile was breath taking. Memories were created which will live on in our minds and photos.

A great place to visit. $40 an adult, $32 a senior.
A friendly welcome. Everything explained to you about the premises and day feeding etc.
One needs to download the map of the place as no longer give out paper copies.
The reptile enclosure, walkthrough was very well spaced with heaps of information on each exhibition.
The highlight was seeing the staff feed the crocodiles. We even had the chance to feed baby crocodiles which was amazing.
A great place to visit. Well worth the money.
Exceptional knowledge of the reptile by the staff

Swimming with crocodiles What a fantastic experience, thank you , the day exceeded all our expectations. The staff were amazing, making sure every part of our experience was just the best it could be.

Croc Cage The croc cage was well worth the money. The different POV you get from inside the crocs mouth and underneath their body is incredible. Very professional and enjoyable.

Awesome experience A great time in the cove great helpful and friendly staff and what a great experience getting in the cage of death up close and personal with Leo the croc

Crocodile experience Loved this experience being so close to a crocodile felt sereal. Like looking into the eyes of a dinosaur. Had a great time and even more special was doing it with my daughter.

Junior Rangers - Jan 25 School Holidays A great program for the kids over the school holidays. This is the second time we’ve done it and the boys love being Junior Rangers!

We had an awesome day at the Cove! The Cage of Death experience was awesome as were the shows, crocodile, fish and turtle feeding and the hatchling "fishing" experience is not to be missed! All the staff were lovely and extremely knowledgeable.

Great experience Booked the cage of death and was amazing. Make sure to speak to the photographer beforehand to get some tips before going in the cage to get the most out of your photo opportunity. Made it in time for a croc feed show as well

We did the VIP tour at Crocosaurus Cove today and I highly recommend it.
Located in the middle of Darwin, they offer the chance to get up close and personal with salt water crocs, snakes, lizards and more.
The crocs are huge and our guide Tahli was fantastic, she was very knowledgeable and took the time to answer any and all questions.
Unfortunately, the cage of death was booked out so we missed out on that but it did look fun.

Happy not to be food! We had a great time sitting in the water with Leo the Croc. Staff were very informative, letting us know how much the croc would like to eat us.

Worth it for the swim with the crocodiles. Went mainly to swim with the crocs, did not disappoint. The displays were good, but the whole site needs a few dollars spent on it.

Hell of a experience We had such a great day.

The staff are friendly and helpful.

We learnt so much about not only crocodiles, but reptiles and marine animals as well.

and then we did the unique experience of being in the same enclosure as a crocodile, an experience we will never forget. We were lucky enough to order the photographer so we can take the experience home with us.

Great experience Amazing experience with staff that put us at ease and gave us a wonderful memory. Highly recommend- even if you have overwhelming anxiety!!!!!

Great day out for family/couples/solos Had a lovely morning at Crocosaurus, husband did the swim with the crocodile. He loved every minute. Lots to see, staff were very informative. Kids would love it too.

Lots of fun Fantastic experience overall. Did the VIP tour, the Cage of Death and the Whipray feed. All the staff were extremely helpful and friendly. The enclosures and the animals were incredibly. Got there at 9.00 and didn’t leave until closing time.

A great place to get up close and personal with NT wildlife. Reptile exhibits interesting but loved seeing all the growth stages of crocs from egg to fully grown adult. Watched some intrepid swimmers immersed in tubes right next to a hungry adult croc being fed

The guides and staff members are really friendly, overall we had a good experience in this park. You could swim with crocks and pet baby crocks.

This place would a be a nice addition in your Darwin trip, if you still have enough time after exploring the natural beauty NT has to offer.

Exceeded what I thought I was going too Our experience at the Cove was very good and definitely a worthwhile attraction to visit for all ages. I enjoyed the tour and some of the facts about these incredible animals are remarkable.

Will definitely return.

I would have loved to hear more about the conservation efforts the organisation is undertaking, there was a noticeable absence of this material.

It was a good experience, however it felt a little disjointed and found myself looking for things to do between shows. I enjoyed the reptile enclosure, some awesome specimens. It was great to see these big salties up close. Check out the website and plan your visit around the shows. Being in the middle of the city you need to consider parking as many spots close by don't cater to long parking or fill up fast. However its proximity can allow for taking advantage of the ability to leave and return.

Cage of Death is the best experience What a unique experience , super safe and so exhilarating plus we had to get the awesome photos of this experience taken during the encounter with the Crocodiles

Highly recommended! What a treat to have this in the city! Such a great experience!
In the heart of Darwin City this place is a must visit! I still cannot believe that there are so many huge crocodiles in the city centre.. blew my mind!
We got to hold a baby crocodile, a snake, and a blue tongue. There were people swimming with the crocodile in the “Cage of Death”, there are turtles, fish, whiprays, so many reptiles, frogs and not to mention probably hundreds of crocodiles! There is even a swimming pool and a ‘fishing’ platform where you can feed the small crocodiles.
All the staff were super friendly and so knowledgeable. The place is really educational, from all the signage to the presentations and it is well worth the money.
We spent a few hours in here but could easily have spent longer!
Would recommend 100% and hope to visit again one day!

Very ordinary just expecting better We did yellow river a few years ago and probably spoilt us
The place was run down and even the main 2.30 show was marred by a microphone that only worked some of the time
I was seriously bored but stuck it out as it cost 80 bucks
I would not be surprised if it closes

Cage of death - inches from a massive croc! Great croc park in the middle of town. We did the "cage of death" experience. Was expensive, and I was a bit dubious, but WOW! What an experience. You will never get this close to a large saltwater croc. We met Leo, a 5 metre monster, and he put on quite a show! Would recommend as a once in a lifetime experience.

Great way to see Salties up close. These animals are huge. Also a large reptile house, fish and turtle exhibits.

For an additional fee you can go into the croc tank.

Good option for a few hours in Darwin.

Crocs ???? Amazing experience with the salty’s
We also had an amazing experience holding young Phillip the baby croc ????
All staff were extremely knowledgeable and the price $40 for entry seemed reasonable

In the croc cage with a big salty Did the cage of death which was an amazing experience definately up close and personal. Birds eye view of these amazing creatures

Lots to do for the croc fan or croc curious Easy to spend a half day here and go to all the feedings, displays and talks. Really good knowledgeable workers and guides

Excellent Experience I had a wonderful time at Crocosuarus Cove. The tour guide, Dani was amazing and very knowledgeable. I would recommend everyone who is visiting Darwin to experience Crocosuarus Cove.

Friendly staff, not too expensive and a good variety of animals to see if you love reptiles. Easy to spend 2 hours there. Would recommend checking out the website before you visit for presentation times so you don't miss out on seeing what you want. Went on a Friday, had purchased tickets online that morning but when we arrived there was zero queue, could have just bought tickets on arrival.

Interesting, but only worth about an hour of time on your own. You need to time your visit to the shows that are taking place, especially the croc show at 11:30a and 2:30p. So don't arrive at 9a when they open or you will get very bored waiting for the main show. If you find this review and pics helpful, please click helpful.

There were some customers here since 3 pm, so we were able to attend events that occur every 30 minutes, such as a private aquarium. All the staff were kind and friendly. It was truly amazing!

Stepped into the wild side at Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin and it's a full 5 stars from me! The place is an absolute gem for wildlife enthusiasts and families looking for an adventure. The star attractions, the crocs, are magnificent and it's a thrill to see them up close. It's not just about observing; it's about learning and appreciating these powerful creatures in a safe environment.

The staff are knowledgeable and passionate, ensuring everyone has a great time while educating visitors about crocodile conservation.

Whether you're watching them glide through the water or witnessing a feeding frenzy, it's an unforgettable experience. Crocosaurus Cove is a must-visit when in Darwin – where else can you come face-to-face with the largest reptiles on earth?

Amazing Very informative. VIP experience along with Cage of Death is a must do. Staff were very friendly & knowledgeable.

Indescribable ❤️ Words can’t explain how phenomenal this experience was. A must do if you’re in Darwin, particularly if you’re interested in Croc’s

I liked this place better than expected. We were originally going to give it a miss as there were a few exhibits not open. However we were at a loose end in Darwin on a Sunday. We got discounted tickets online through qantas, so it was under $100 for a family of four. It was good that you get a wristband and can go in and out as often as you like.

We particularly loved the reptile exhibit, and the meet the reptile show.

Junior Reptile Rangers Program The program is wonderful! My children loved it and haven’t stopped talking about the things they learnt, saw and experienced. We will be visiting the Cove and all the animals again very soon.

Good place to visit in Darwin Great place but not sure about the money value but it is a good place to visit when in Darwin. My gif those crocs are big and you would not want to meet one in there real habitat .