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Whitsunday Crocodile Safari

Take a trip on the wild side.

See estuarine crocodiles in the Wild in the Whitsundays. Nowhere else in Queensland can you experience so much in one location. Whitsunday Crocodile Safari offers guests a unique Australian nature experience in natural habitat.

Explore the unique tropical environment of the Whitsunday coastline as you experience the wildlife and vegetation in the estuaries and wetlands.

A Unique Australian Nature Experience

• Enjoy a barbecue lunch and experience the unique tastes of traditional Billy Tea and freshly cooked Damper.
• Explore a mangrove ecosystem and observe the inhabitants including birds, fish, reptiles and crustaceans.
• Meet our local experienced guides and enjoy their professional expert commentary.
• Cruise the calm waters of Proserpine River and watch estuarine crocodiles in their natural habitat.
• Explore Goorganga Plains on a tractor-drawn wagon train and discover the vegetation and wildlife in a freshwater wetland habitat.
• Meet some interesting Aussie characters on your tour.

This tour came highly recommended by our Accommodation and I'm so glad we listened. We had an amazing day! I've lost count of how many crocs we were able to see. Our guide was so knowledgeable not just about crocodiles but also the area's history. The lunch provided was fantastic and plentiful and afternoon tea of damper just topped off a fantastic day. Very family friendly activity, it was enjoyed by all of us!

We had a great day out at Croc Safari. Mark our guide was excellent in his friendliness, professional service, knowledge of Crocs and Local history. We saw plenty of crocs, wallabies, birds etc. Ian made a great bbq lunch and also great tea and Damper. Would recommend this day out to all. One tip use plenty of insect repellent, this is on hand for us on the camp site and on the boat but would also take my own.

Steve our guide was amazing! True Ozzie. They provide lunch and most defiantly never under produce! we were able to go in for seconds! The tour its self was very informative and very fun going spotting crocs big and small!

This is a absolute must do when in Queensland - seeing crocs in their natural habitat is far better than any croc farm I have been to in the past. Steve and Mark were fantastic hosts - Mark really surprised me when he caught a snake amongst the reeds. Lunch was really good and I loved that you could purchase cold soft drinks and that they even set up a makeshift tourist shop - these guys have really thought of everything. Its a little out of town but you are picked up from your accommodation and returned at the end of the day - I recommend this for all ages.

We had a ball seeing wild crocs in their natural habitat. Had a great BBQ lunch and saw lots of other animals to. Great for kids and adults.

What an amazing day. Seeing crocs in their natural habitats, birds, wallabies, cows turtles, crabs, delicious food. Plus informative commentary from a super friendly guide. Just sensational cannot recommend enough. (Take a jumper can be cool cruising the river)

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Search the bush and waterways of the wild Proserpine River on this Whitsunday Crocodile Safari!

Go croc-discovering on a Proserpine River cruise, and search for diverse wetlands wildlife on a tractor-drawn wagon tour. Take part in a Queensland mud crab catch, and have a sample of bush life with conventional billy tea and damper. Dine on a fresh Aussie barbecue midday, and enjoy a comfortable hotel pickup and drop-off from Airlie Beach, Cannonvale or Proserpine.

Spot some 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”, damper and billy tea. Prepared freshly onsite.

Experience a tasty Aussie BBQ lunch Small group of 30 people provides an intimate and special experience

Plenty of picture opportunities Chatty and attentive guide

Hotel pickup and drop off from Airlie Beach hotels

What’s Included in the Whitsundays Crocodile Safari?

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 delivered by experienced local guides Return coach transfers from Airlie Beach/Shute Harbour and mainland accommodation Drinks

Departure and Returns

Departure Point Guest pickup is offered We pick up from most accommodation and bus stops in the Airlie Beach, Cannonvale and Proserpine areas.

Take a walk on the wild side! After pickup from your Airlie Beach, Cannonvale or Proserpine hotel, tour inland along waterways and backwater channels to your natural base for the day.

Float along the soft currents of the Proserpine River on a 2-hour journey, maintaining an eye out for wild saltwater crocodiles sprawling on the banks or hiding just beneath the water’s surface. Your river guide will mark out alternative native wildlife along the way, consisting of lizards, turtles and colourful birds.

You’ll again analyze the lowlands on a tractor-drawn carriage ride for a unique perspective. Appreciate pure air and sunshine on the open-air ride as your guide shares mysteries of the local landscape.  Experience characteristics of the Australian bush and wetlands with an array of activities, including a Queensland mud crab capture and traditional ‘bush tucker’ featuring billy tea and damper bread.

Midday, enjoy a fresh Aussie BBQ among the quiet landscape swarming with wildlife. After your period in the wildernesses, the tour ends with drop-off back at your hotel.

More Information

• Confirmation will be received at the time of booking unless booked within 9 days of travel. In this case, confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability.
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
• What to Bring: Binoculars, camera, hat, jacket or pullover, sunscreen
• Crocodiles sightings are not be guaranteed although the success rate is 99.8% over 20 years
• Not wheelchair accessible Stroller accessible
• Infants must sit on laps
• From 17th December 2021, all Whitsunday Crocodile Safari passengers must be FULLY VACCINATED for Covid-19 to experience our tour.
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 31 travellers Operated by Whitsunday Crocodile Safari

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.

If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted. Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund. This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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What to bring

Whitsunday Crocodile Safari

Highlights & inclusions.

From Hamilton Island, cruise to Airlie Beach on the mainland. A 40-minute coach ride takes you through sugarcane plantations to the muddy banks of the Proserpine River. From here, a friendly ranger takes you croc-spotting in a large, secure, flat-bottom vessel. The tour continues to the spectacular Goorganga Wetlands, where you’ll ride on an open-air tractor train and spy birds, wallabies and snakes. Enjoy a delicious barbecue lunch, plus traditional billy tea and damper for afternoon tea.

• Scenic return cruise from Hamilton Island through the Whitsundays to Airlie Beach
• Coach ride to the Proserpine River
• Croc-spotting cruise with rangers
• Goorganga Wetlands wildlife tour
• Riverside barbecue lunch
• Afternoon tea

**Please note all bookings are ‘on request’ only and need to be confirmed with Croc Safari directly**

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Whitsunday Crocodile Safari

Departure Times

Departure Point:  Airlie Beach

Pricing Options

See crocodiles in the wild in the Whitsundays!

• The only wild crocodile tour in the Whitsundays
• Venture into the estuaries and wetlands of the Whitsundays
• See giant saltwater crocodiles up close - a unique Whitsundays experience
• Also get to see native birds, mammals, reptiles and marine animals, including up to 150 estuarine crocodiles

  Best Price Guarantee     Free Cancellation - Up To 24 Hours Before Departure.

Whitsunday Crocodile Safari holds advanced Eco-certification through Eco-tourism Australia and has been operating since 2000. The safari departs from Airlie Beach in the morning and travels to the Proserpine River, where you will spend your day croc spotting! Our small group numbers (maximum 31) ensure personal contact with our experienced guides. The sound of nature is our background noise and you will feel like you are miles away from civilization, deep in the Australian bush. Cruise quietly along the Proserpine River and enjoy a wagon ride through the Goorganga Plains and experience the mangrove habitat of many species of flora and fauna, including the estuarine Saltwater crocodile. Enjoy a bushman's billy tea and damper on your return to top off this awesome Aussie experience.

• An all-weather nature excursion that is both a safe and fun way to see saltwater crocodiles in the Whitsundays
• Cruise the Proserpine River and spot the crocodiles in their natural environment!
• Small group numbers 
• See other amazing animals including birds, fish, marsupials and crustaceans
• Venture to Goorganga Plains on an open-air, elevated wagon train tour 
• Aussie BBQ lunch
• Traditional bushman's damper and tea
• Covered campsite including picnic tables and chairs, cold refreshments, toilet
• Comprehensive commentary
• Courtesy pick up

Important Information:

• Crocodile sightings are not guaranteed because we operate in the crocodile's natural habitat, not in a fauna park or farm. But we offer the best chance of seeing crocodiles in the wild in Queensland because we run our cruise at the lowest point of the tide each day, which provides the best opportunity to spot crocodiles as they bask on the exposed river bank.
• Departure times and itinerary are subject to change
• Guests must be able to climb at least 25 stairs to enter and exit the wagon

Sample Itinerary

Spend your day enjoying the wildlife of the Proserpine River and Goorganga Plains. Start with a calm-water cruise on the Proserpine River, where you will get to see the natural home of the amazing saltwater crocodile. The Proserpine River is home to the highest density of saltwater (estuarine) crocodile per kilometre in Queensland, as well as many other residents of the mangrove habitat, giving...

Spend your day enjoying the wildlife of the Proserpine River and Goorganga Plains. Start with a calm-water cruise on the Proserpine River, where you will get to see the natural home of the amazing saltwater crocodile. The Proserpine River is home to the highest density of saltwater (estuarine) crocodile per kilometre in Queensland, as well as many other residents of the mangrove habitat, giving you a great chance to see these animals up close!

After your cruise and time spent spotting crocodiles, you'll get to enjoy a BBQ lunch as you take in your beautiful surrounds before departing for the part of your journey!

Next, you'll join an open-air elevated wagon train tour through the Goorganga Plains, discovering wetlands, natural waterholes, and pastures to witness all the plants and animals that live in this beautiful region. You will feel immersed into nature as you take in all the sights and sounds, before stopping for a traditional Billy Tea and damper.

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What to bring.

• Cash for cold drinks and souvenirs
• Any type of footwear is appropriate
• Guests should wear clothing appropriate for the outdoors and the prevailing seasonal conditions

What's Included

• All weather day tour with expert guides and commentary
• Cruise on Proserpine River to observe crocodiles in the wild
• Wagon-train tour on Goorganga Plains wetlands
• Courtesy return bus transfers from most accommodation hou...
• Courtesy return bus transfers from most accommodation houses in Airlie Beach (please enquire if unsure)
• Barbecue lunch
• Traditional Billy Tea & Damper (prepared on site)
• Iced drinking water
• Rain ponchos are provided as required
• Insect repellent is provided as required
• There is a toilet at the tour site
• Tour is about 6.5 hours in total

What's Extra

• Drinks and souvenirs

Terms and Conditions

Important Information: 

Crocodile sightings are not gaurenteed. Destinations may vary due to weather conditions, however, our experienced crew will always visit the best locations available under the prevailing conditions ensuring every trip is a memorable one.

Your Responsibilities:

Please advise us before booking if any passengers are under 18 years old to ensure this is the appropriate trip. 

You must reconfirm all booked tours prior to travel as specified on your voucher. If applicable, notes such as dietary requirements, pick-up locations and additional fees should also be confirmed at this time. Reconfirmations cannot be actioned through Sailing Whitsundays/Mr Travel, and must be done so directly through the Service Operator as specified on each ticket.

It is your responsibility to notify us of ticket discrepancies. Please read through the details on your voucher thoroughly to ensure all details such as passenger names, ages and dates of travel on vouchers are correct.

It is the responsibility of all passengers travelling to advise both your travel agent at the time of booking and check-in agent before boarding of any medical conditions including food allergies you may suffer from.

You need to allow adequate time to check-in prior to the specified departure time. 

Prices/Extra Costs:

All prices are stated in Australian dollars and include GST. Surcharges over peak holiday seasons may apply. 

The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices and extra costs. Extra costs may include EMC fees, Stingersuit/Wetsuit Hire, Luggage Storage, Insurance, Linen Hire, National Park Fees, Fuel Levies, Dietary Fees, etc. Bonds may also apply.

We will also endeavour to communicate these extra costs with you at the time of booking, and on your ticket. However, it is your responsibility to confirm which (if any) additional costs apply with each Service Operator upon reconfirming your trip.

Travel Risk/Insurance:

It should be noted that adventure travel involves risk. Whilst we make every effort to safeguard clients, we cannot be responsible for personal injury or loss due to the actions of our clients which are beyond our control. We highly recommend that all clients have travel insurance covering illness, injury, loss or damage to personal belongings and not being able to travel on the confirmed date of departure. You should also ensure your travel insurance will cover special circumstances including weather events preventing guests from travelling to their tour departure destination and cancelled flights due to unforeseen circumstances. 

The Service Operator reserves the right to limit courtesy transfers to select local accommodations. Private residences or Airbnb properties may be asked to meet at the closest confirmed location. Failure to meet at the specified pick-up location may be treated as “No Show”, for which the Client Cancellation Policy applies.

Merchant Fees:

Please be aware operators pass on credit card merchant fees so there is a non-refundable 1% surcharge for VISA and MASTERCARD card purchases.

Other: 

Terms and Conditions (including the Cancellation Policy) are subject to change. The most recent versions can be found online on the relevant product pages. 

All ticket/voucher reissues attract a $20 administration fee.

Open Date Vouchers / Gift Certificate:

Shipping Costs are in addition to the ticket price and will be added at check-out. Shipping costs are non-refundable and do not makeup part of the ticket value. 

E-Vouchers incur no shipping fees. You have 5 years to use the value of the voucher. Seasonal Price Rises will apply if travelling out the current seasons pricing. Vouchers can be exchanged for free up to the full value of the voucher excluding credit card fees and charges.

Cancellations

Client Cancellations:

No shows or client cancellations made within 24 hours of departure forfeit 100% of the total ticket price. 

Sailing Whitsundays are required to notify the operator of any cancellations within the specified cancellation period (24 hours). It is your responsibility to make sure you submit your cancellation request with adequate time, and during standard business hours (9am-5pm), to allow us to contact the tour provider.

Transfers between tours can be made at the suppliers discretion, however, it should be noted that supplier fees may apply. Tour transfers also incur a $20 administration fee. 

It is compulsory that all cancellation requests are in writing and sent via email to [email protected]. Cancellations attempted via online chat or phone will not be actioned.

Supplier Cancellations:

The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices, alter itineraries, apply a fuel surcharge, cancel departures, arrange alternative transport and vary itineraries and services if necessary.

All departures and itineraries are subject to weather. Tours may be changed or cancelled for any reason at the discretion of the Service Operator. If the Service Operator has to cancel the trip or activity (prior to departure) and we cannot offer a suitable alternative, then a refund will be given minus a 20% administration fee and any associated card fees. We strongly recommend that you have travel insurance, especially during the wet season.

In the unlikely event of your trip being cancelled or stood down, all guest communication is required to go through our Online Store via telephone or email. While there is a Sailing Whitsundays retail outlet located Airlie Beach, please be aware that they operate as a separate entity and are unable to access reservations made by the Mr Travel online department.

All refunds are in Australian Dollars and must be made to the card of payment. Sailing Whitsundays/Mr Travel is not liable for exchange rate fluctuations or fees, or any other merchant/bank fees associated with domestic and/or international transactions.

Where a full refund is applicable, there is the option to transfer the whole cost of the tour to another tour or “Credit” to avoid the administration fee. A transfer fee of $20 will apply.

You will be emailed confirmation once the refund has been processed. Once the refund has been processed, it may still take time for the banks to clear the amount. Please allow 7-10 business days for the funds to clear into Australian accounts and up to 21 business days for international accounts.

Accountability/Misconduct:

All Service Operators have the right to provide client feedback and to cancel bookings based off of feedback from other Service Operators. 

Please enjoy your travel experience in a kind and responsible manner.

Sailing Whitsundays/Mr Travel will treat this as any normal client cancellation and therefore the cancellation fees stated in the Client Cancellation Policy will apply.

Thank you for booking with our East-Coast travel experts here at Mr Travel/Sailing Whitsundays.  If you would like any further advice, assistance in arranging accommodation, transfers or additional tours please get in touch.

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