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Cage of Death
Highlights
- Experience the thrill of being submerged in the Cage of Death with 5m+ saltwater crocodiles in Darwin.
- Marvel at the prehistoric features of these magnificent creatures during a heart-pumping 15-minute encounter.
- Witness regular feeding by expert handlers, enhancing your close-up view of these incredible reptiles.
- Book ahead to secure one of the 12 daily slots and avoid missing this unforgettable adventure.
Crocosaurus Cove’s Cage of Death is a must do when visiting Darwin and the Top End!
One of those bucket list experiences, the Cage of Death brings swimmers up close and personal with our 5m+ adult saltwater crocodiles. Marvel at their prehistoric features and mesmerising gaze as you are lowered right in to the crocodile’s enclosure via an overhead monorail, and spend 15 minutes alongside them.
Regular feeding by our handlers while you are inside the cage ensures the ultimate heart-pumping experience!
There are 12 slots available every day, but book ahead to avoid disappointment.
Tour details
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Available from 1 April 2023 to 31 December 2026
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Service facilities
Service Tags
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Operation information
Crocosaurus Cove
Crocosaurus Cove is Darwin’s ultimate urban wildlife experience, offering up-close encounters with Australia’s most iconic reptiles.
Boasting the world’s largest display of Australian reptiles, Crocosaurus Cove offers 10 interactive reptile shows daily. Admire a 5m saltie as he eats his lunch during the Big Croc Feed Show, hold a snake or lizard during the Meet the Reptiles Show, and feed a jumping juvenile crocodile from the Fishing for Crocs platform. Then, finish off your visit with a souvenir photo of you and Fluffy the baby crocodile.
For a truly unforgettable experience, go for a dive in the Cage of Death! The Cage of Death activity offers swimmers the opportunity to swim alongside our saltwater crocodiles in a controlled environment that is safe and enriching for both the crocodile and the visitor. Regular feeding throughout the experience is done in a way that encourages the crocodile’s natural instincts, giving swimmers the opportunity to witness our saltie’s infamous bite force under the supervision of trained handlers.
We hope to see you soon at Crocosaurus Cove.
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ATEC Tourism Trade Ready
- China Ready and Accredited Program
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
Memberships
- Australian Tourism Export Council
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- Visitor Information Centre
- NT – Tourism Top End
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