What is Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin?
Crocosaurus Cove is a reptile attraction in the centre of Darwin, on Mitchell Street. It is famous for the Cage of Death, where visitors are lowered into a pool with a huge saltwater crocodile.
The attraction houses some of the largest saltwater crocodiles in captivity, along with turtles, fish, snakes and lizards. Several of its big crocodiles were removed from the wild because they posed a danger to people.
In the Cage of Death, visitors stand inside a clear acrylic cylinder that is lowered into the water. They come face to face with a crocodile through thick protective walls.
Other experiences
Visitors can watch crocodile feeding sessions, hold baby crocodiles for photos and swim in a pool beside a crocodile enclosure separated by glass.
Staff explain crocodile safety, which is important in the Top End, where saltwater crocodiles live in rivers, billabongs and coastal waters.
Saltwater crocodiles are the world's largest living reptiles. Males can grow over six metres long.
Did You Know?
Crocosaurus Cove's location in the city centre means visitors can see huge crocodiles without leaving town.