Hartley's Crocodile Adventures | Breakfast With Koalas
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Start your day with a hot breakfast in the company of a cuddly koala!
- Includes admission to Hartley's Crocodile Adventures and optional return transfers
- Enjoy a hot breakfast at Lilies Restaurant overlooking Hartley's Lagoon
- Have the opportunity to pat and observe an adorable koala during breakfast
- Chat with the local Wildlife Keeper to learn more about fascinating koalas
- Freedom to roam the park after breakfast, go on a boat cruise and watch wildlife presentations
Overview
There is no better way to begin a day in Tropical North Queensland than having breakfast with koalas at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures! Between 8:30 am and 9:30 am every day, you can get access to this incredible wildlife park and have a hot breakfast and Lilies Restaurant. Soak in the peaceful serenity and the views of the lagoon.
Between 9 am and 9:30 am, a Wildlife Keeper will bring a koala onto the deck so you can admire and pat the fuzzy marsupial while asking questions and learning about these amazing creatures. After breakfast, you can explore the rest of the park. Go on a boat cruise through the lagoon, go on self-guided walks, or attend one of the scheduled wildlife presentations. It's sure to be an unforgettable day, especially for animal lovers!

Highlights:
- Option to book return transfers to the park from Cairns/Northern Beaches, Palm Cove, and Port Douglas
- Admission to Hartley's Crocodile Adventures
- Hot breakfast and Lilies Restaurant
- Breakfast served between 8:30 am and 9:30 am
- Wildlife Keeper will bring a koala to the deck between 9 am and 9:30 am
- Opportunity to pat the friendly koala during breakfast
- Chance to ask questions and learn about koalas
- Free time after breakfast to explore the park
- Attend scheduled wildlife presentations
- Go on a boat cruise of Hartley's Lagoon and spot crocodiles
- Koala holding photos available at extra cost
Sample Itinerary
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Between 8:15 am and 9 am - Pickups
You have the option of booking return transfers with your ticket! Hartley's Crocodile Adventures offers return transfers from Cairns/Northern Beaches, Palm Cove, and Port Douglas. Enjoy a cmooth pick up from your accommodation and head over to the Wildlife Park for breakfast with koalas!
Between 8:30 am and 9:30 am - Breakfast with Koalas
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Important Information
- Breakfast with Koalas must be booked by 4pm the previous day.
- Dietary requirements must be advised in advance
- The tickets are strictly non-transferable and proof of ID on re-entry is essential. Boat cruise passes for return visits are at the discretion of management, based on seat availability.
- Return coach transfers are available from major hotels in the Cairns city area, most hotels and caravan parks in Palm Cove, Trinity Beach pickups are from the Bus Stop Corner or Moore and Trinity Beach road. Pickup times will be advised upon booking.
- A minimum of 2 paying persons is required for all bookings with transfers. [Please note that an Infant does not count as a paying person]
- Children (4 to 15 years) must be accompanied by a responsible adult who is required to actively supervise the children in their care.
- No breakfast meal is provided for infants ages 0-3, if a meal is required please let us know and you may have to pay extra
- The owners reserve the right to vary the opening hours, amend or cancel wildlife presentations, animal encounters and boat cruises, alter visitor capacity and restrict the availability of retail products, including food and beverage without prior notice in response to government directives in relation to COVID-19, severe water conditions, safety reasons or other operational issues.
- Park closures Cairns Iron Man Event 12th June 2022, Grand Fondo 11th September 2022 (am only) and Christmas Day 25th December 2022. Anzac Day may operate under different opening times, please check with our reservations team.
Park Terms & Conditions
The owners of this private facility reserve the right to refuse entry to any persons at their absolute discretion, without reason. The Conditions of Entry can change without notice.
YOU ACCEPT FULL RISK in entering these premises you do so voluntarily and entirely at your own risk including any risk to minors or anybody under your control. You acknowledge that some animals in the premises are by their nature dangerous and capable of causing harm and even death to humans. Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures accepts no responsibility whatsoever for death, personal injury or loss of any kind howsoever caused to entrants to these premises. Notwithstanding the generality of this exclusion, you must observe the following rules:
- Children must be controlled and actively supervised at all times by a responsible adult, unaccompanied children will not be allowed in and must be with a paying adult.
- Do not climb fences or feed animals except under the supervision of staff.
- Do not throw objects at, poke or harass the animals.
- Smoking is prohibited on boardwalks, outdoor eating or drinking areas and inside buildings. Please refer to the park map for Designated Outdoor Smoking Areas.
Keep to designated pathways. - Sensible walking shoes are strongly recommended.
- We reserve the right to remove any person from these premises (premises includes the boats) who, in our opinion, is in breach of the above rules or is otherwise unacceptable to the proper operation of the premises.
- Commercial photography and filming are not permitted on these premises without our prior written consent.
What To Bring
- Camera
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Money for souvenirs
What's Included
- Admission to Hartley's Crocodile Adventures Wildlife Park
- Breakfast
- Boat cruise on Hartley's Lagoon
- Access to daily wildlife presentations at the park
- Self-guided walks
- Free wildlife information sheets
- Return transfers from Cairns/Northern Beaches, Palm Cove, or Port Douglas (unless you book the self-drive option at checkout)
What's Extra
- Any extra food or drinks you wish to purchase
- Souvenirs from the gift shop
- Big Croc Feed show
Cancellations
All cancellations forfeit 25% of the recommended retail price (RRP) - not the discounted/sale price. No shows or client cancellations made within 14 days of departure forfeit 100% of the total ticket price.
A refund in the event of cancellation is subject to both our Cancellation Policy and the terms of the supplier.
Terms and Conditions
Our Terms & Conditions apply to this experience. Please review them before booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a vegetarian option for breakfast?
Yes, vegetarian and other dietary requirements can be catered for. But you must let us know in advance, at least by 4pm the day prior. Please advise upon booking if you have dietary requirements!
Can I hold a koala?
As part of this experience, you can pat and observe the koalas. But Hartley's Crocodile Adventures has strictly limited koala holding to their VIP tours.
What else is included in the ticket besides breakfast?
Your ticket include breakfast with koalas, admission to the park, a boat cruise on the lagoon, self-guided walks, and access to the scheduled wildlife presentations and talks.
Can I bring my children?
Yes! This is a family-friendly activity. Infants 0-3 years are free, but they do not receive a hot breakfast. If you do want to purchase food for your infant, you can do so on the day.
Children ages 4-15 years get the discounted child rate, but they must be accompanied by an adult at all times.



