4 Darwin Bus Tours Worth Booking

1.The Croc Bus to the Famous Jumping Crocodile Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 481 reviews · from $93Our pick

Ride from Darwin in an air-conditioned Croc Bus with guides such as Lloyd, Jake, or Daz, stopping at the Humpty Doo boxing crocodile before a one-hour Adelaide River cruise. You’ll see wild crocodiles surge toward the boat, then pass through Fogg Dam Reserve for birds, wallabies, buffalo, pigs, and reptiles.

“Can’t praise this tour enough!! We were super lucky to have a VERY up close and personal experience with Brutus on our trip.. So very thrilling indeed. We always felt safe, regardless of Brutus’s attempt to launch himself onboard. It was my third time taking this tour…always just simply fantastic!!”

Check availability →Read our full review

2.Darwin Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 428 reviews · from $35

Use a 24 or 48-hour Darwin bus pass to explore Crocosaurus Cove, Cullen Bay, Mindil Beach, the Military Museum, and the Waterfront Precinct. Ride the open-top double-decker bus for city views and prerecorded commentary, then hop off at the stops that suit your schedule. Check operating days and final departures carefully.

“Very friendly and approachable bus driver. Route allowed for easy travel between locations. Recommended.”

Check availability →Read our full review

3.Darwin: Big Bus Open-Top Hop-on Hop-off Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 159 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $34Best value

Use Darwin’s Big Bus to reach 12 city stops, from Crocosaurus Cove and the Waterfront to Mindil Beach, the Botanic Gardens, and East Point Reserve. The open-top bus includes recorded English commentary, unlimited rides, and one or two-day ticket choices. The Deluxe option adds Crocosaurus Cove and the RFDS Tourist Facility.

“Great idea to get an idea of what activities to do. We did the loop first then stopped off at a couple of places. The museum is free and has great exhibits and a cafe. The Big bus is the best idea and reasonably priced.”

Check availability →Read our full review

4.Darwin: The Croc Bus to the Famous Jumping Crocodile Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 120 reviews · 4 hours · from $92

Travel from Darwin to Humpty Doo, Fogg Dam, and Adelaide River with an English-speaking guide such as Lloyd, Daz, or Dez. The main event is a one-hour cruise on a 30-seat boat, where saltwater crocodiles rise from the river for food. Round-trip transport, water, entry fees, and the cruise are included.

“Excellent, everything was spot on: great guide in Dez; on time, comfortable bus; interesting stop at the Fogg Dam Conservation Area; fun river cruise with plenty of jumping and snapping crocs; great boat captain took care of everyone. Lots of likes for my Facebook entry. Highly recommend.”

Check availability →Read our full review