Cruise Plus Fogg Dam, 5 Hours

Jumping Crocodile Cruise And Fogg Dam

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Duration: About 5 hours
Meeting point: Confirmed after booking
Run by: Croc Country Safaris

Overview

This five-hour outing from Darwin packs three Top End stops into one coach day: Fogg Dam wetlands, a jumping crocodile cruise on the Adelaide River, and a visit to Hooked on Barra. Pickup is from your Darwin hotel, and the coach seats up to 21 guests, so the group stays small enough for questions and conversation along the way.

First comes Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve, where you drive across the historic wall and spend about 25 minutes at the bird observatory. Magpie geese, brolgas and jabiru are the usual draws, and freshwater crocodiles sometimes bask along the waterline. Then it is an hour on the Adelaide River in a small cruise boat, where the skipper dangles bait on a pole and wild saltwater crocodiles launch themselves out of the water to snatch it. These are untamed animals, some four or five metres long, and the cruise is close enough for clear photos.

The day finishes at Hooked on Barra, with about 40 minutes to watch barramundi and the bird life around the facility. Fishing for a barramundi is only available to those who book the combination ticket. Lunch is included, along with ice-cold water on board. The trip suits families, birders and anyone wanting crocodiles at arm's reach without driving themselves out of Darwin.

DurationAbout 5 hours

What's Included

Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off in Darwin
Professional licensed guide
One-hour Adelaide River jumping crocodile cruise ticket
Hooked on Barra entry (bird and barramundi viewing)
Ice-cold water on board
Barramundi fishing (available as an add-on combo ticket)
Lunch
Gratuities

Run byCroc Country Safaris

Itinerary

Hotel pickup in DarwinChoose from 12 pickup locations, with pickup and drop-off included in the tour.
Coach transferTravel into the Northern Territory floodplains on a 21-seat coach, with a coffee stop en route according to reviewers.
Fogg Dam Conservation ReserveDrive across the dam wall and spend 25 guided minutes at the bird observatory, watching for geese, brolgas, jabiru and crocodiles.
Adelaide River cruiseOne hour on the Adelaide River with Adelaide River Cruises, watching wild saltwater crocodiles leap for bait at close range.
Hooked On BarraA 40-minute stop to view barramundi and bird life. Fishing is optional and requires the combination ticket.
Drop-off in DarwinReturn by coach to 12 drop-off locations.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will help you get the most from this tour before you book.

What to bring. The listing recommends comfortable shoes, a camera and sunscreen. Several reviewers mention the crew helps everyone get good photos and video of the crocodiles.
Group feel. The coach holds a maximum of 21 guests. Reviewers describe the ride as pleasant and easy to follow, with room to ask the guide questions.
Commentary and language. Guides give informative commentary with a good deal of humour, according to multiple reviews. Commentary is available in English and Mandarin Chinese.
Food and drink. Lunch and ice-cold water on board are both included, and gratuities are covered too. Reviewers also mention a short drinks stop en route.
Pace and mobility. The tour is not suitable for wheelchair users or guests with limited mobility, and non-folding wheelchairs are not allowed. Children of all ages are welcome.
Timing. Departures are in the morning, with select afternoon sessions available. The listing advises allowing approximately 6 hours in total, so keep your day flexible.

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Common issues. Barramundi fishing at Hooked on Barra only comes with the combination ticket, and one reviewer felt the itinerary was misleading because non-fishing guests still expected the stop to work differently than it did. The listing itself notes a duration of about six hours in its know-before-you-go section, longer than the headline figure, so leave room in your day. Wheelchair users and guests with limited mobility cannot be accommodated.

Common Questions

Is Hotel Pickup Included?

Yes, pickup and drop-off in Darwin are included, with 12 pickup locations to choose from.

Is Lunch Or Food Included?

Yes, lunch is included in the tour price, along with ice-cold water on board. Reviewers also mention a short drinks stop en route.

Can I Fish For Barramundi?

Only if you book the combination ticket, which adds barramundi fishing as an add-on. The standard ticket includes entry to Hooked on Barra for bird and barramundi viewing only.

Is The Tour Suitable For Children And People With Limited Mobility?

Children of all ages are welcome. The tour is not suitable for wheelchair users or guests with limited mobility, and non-folding wheelchairs are not allowed.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

How Long Is The Tour And When Does It Run?

The tour runs about 5 hours, with morning departures and select afternoon sessions available. Note the listing's know-before-you-go section describes it as approximately 6 hours, so allow some flexibility.