What physical actions are required from me once the cage is lowered into the water?

You will need to hold onto the interior handrails and follow the guide's instructions to keep your limbs inside the cage while the crocodiles are fed nearby.

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Cage of Death Tandem Dive

Name: Cage of Death Tandem Dive
Brand: HolidaySG
Price: 237.09 SGD
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58 Mitchell St, Darwin City, NT 0800

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E-ticket / Mobile

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Instant

Accessibility

Wheelchair friendly

Suitable for

All ages

Highlights

Australia's largest saltwater crocodiles
15 minutes inside the enclosure
Once in a lifetime experience
Face to face encounter
Includes full day entry
Australia's only crocodile dive

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cage of death - 2 people (15yrs and over)

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About Cage of Death Tandem Dive

Plunge into the ultimate thrill with the Cage of Death Tandem Dive at Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin. Experience a heart-pounding 15-minute underwater encounter with Australia's largest saltwater crocodiles, coming face-to-face with beasts up to 5 metres long. This exclusive package also includes full-day entry to explore the rest of the spectacular reptile park.

Local Legends & Stories

Saltwater crocodiles hold deep spiritual significance for the Larrakia people, the traditional owners of the Darwin region, who respect them as powerful apex predators. Many of the resident crocodiles at the cove, like the famous Chopper, have legendary status in the Northern Territory for their massive size and incredible survival stories.

Must Do Experiences

Brave the 15-minute Cage of Death tandem dive and lock eyes with a massive saltwater crocodile.
Explore the rest of Crocosaurus Cove with your included full-day admission to see baby crocs and other Top End reptiles.
Catch the daily crocodile feeding shows to witness the raw power and agility of these prehistoric predators.

Hidden Gems

Head to the turtle sanctuary within the cove for a relaxing contrast to the adrenaline-pumping croc dive.
Ask the handlers about the individual personalities of the crocodiles—many are famous local rescue animals with incredible backstories.
Check out the 200,000-litre freshwater aquarium to spot Barramundi and Whiprays native to the Northern Territory.

What Makes it Special

It is Australia's first and only crocodile dive experience.
You get a guaranteed 360-degree underwater view of apex predators up to 5 metres in length.
The clear acrylic cage provides an incredibly safe yet terrifyingly close face-to-face encounter.

Available Facilities

Lockers changing rooms showers cafe gift shop restrooms viewing decks

Perfect Timing

When to visit for the best experience

The Cage of Death operates year-round, but visiting during the dry season (May to October) offers the most comfortable weather for exploring the rest of Darwin. Book a morning dive to beat the midday heat and enjoy the park when the animals are often most active.

Photography Guide

Capture the perfect shots

While you cannot take your own camera into the cage, professional onsite photographers capture the entire dive from multiple angles.
Purchase the photo package afterward to get high-quality underwater shots of you and the crocodile.
For the rest of the park, use a polarizing filter on your camera lens to cut through the glass glare at the reptile enclosures.

Cultural Etiquette

Respect local customs and traditions

Respect the animals and the handlers' instructions at all times, as these are wild and dangerous creatures. Acknowledge the Larrakia people, the traditional custodians of the land on which Darwin and Crocosaurus Cove sit, by learning about their connection to the local wildlife.

Special Events & Experiences

Enhanced experiences and seasonal highlights

Crocosaurus Cove often hosts special feeding sessions and educational talks during the Australian school holidays.
Look out for special Halloween or Christmas-themed events where the park decorations and animal enrichment activities get a festive twist.

Important Guidelines & Safety

Essential safety information and guidelines

Listen carefully to the mandatory safety briefing and follow all instructions given by the dive masters.
Keep your hands and feet inside the designated areas of the cage at all times.
Ensure you are in good health and not under the influence of alcohol or drugs before participating in the dive.

Visitor Information

Entry Fee

The Cage of Death tandem dive ticket includes the cost of the dive for two people as well as full-day general admission to Crocosaurus Cove. Photo packages and souvenirs are available for an additional fee on-site.

Visit Duration

The dive experience requires about 45 minutes for briefings and the 15-minute dive, but you should plan to spend 3 to 4 hours enjoying your full-day entry to the rest of the park.

Accessibility

Crocosaurus Cove is wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators throughout the attraction, though the Cage of Death dive itself requires participants to have the mobility to safely climb into and out of the acrylic cylinder.

Overview

Face off with giant Northern Territory Saltwater Crocodiles up to 5 metres long on the “Cage of Death” tandem dive at Crocosaurus Cove for 2 people! Embark on Australia's exclusive crocodile dive, offering a thrilling 15-minute encounter inside the enclosure with the largest saltwater crocodiles in the country. This once-in-a-lifetime experience brings you face to face with these magnificent creatures, complemented by full-day entry to explore their natural habitat. Ideal for adventurers seeking an unforgettable adventure, our crocodile dive promises an unparalleled opportunity to observe these apex predators up close in a safe and controlled environment.

Important Information

Opening Hours

Sunday 09:00 - 19:00

Monday 09:00 - 19:00

Tuesday 09:00 - 19:00

Wednesday 09:00 - 19:00

Thursday 09:00 - 19:00

Friday 09:00 - 19:00

Saturday 09:00 - 19:00

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Location

58 Mitchell St, Darwin City, NT 0800

Frequently Asked Questions

The Cage of Death offers a 15-minute tandem dive encounter with saltwater crocodiles up to 5 metres long and includes full-day entry to Crocosaurus Cove. This experience provides an opportunity to observe these apex predators up close in a controlled setting.

Yes, the tandem dive takes place inside an enclosure designed to provide a safe and controlled environment for participants. This allows you to observe the saltwater crocodiles up close while remaining fully protected.

The Cage of Death is a tandem dive experience at Crocosaurus Cove where two people spend 15 minutes inside an enclosure with Northern Territory saltwater crocodiles up to 5 metres long. The booking also includes full-day entry to explore the facility and observe the reptiles in their habitat.

The booking includes a 15-minute tandem dive for two people inside the crocodile enclosure and full-day general admission to Crocosaurus Cove.

The in-water experience inside the acrylic cage lasts for exactly 15 minutes, though you should allow extra time for the safety briefing and changing into your wetsuit.

You will need to hold onto the interior handrails and follow the guide's instructions to keep your limbs inside the cage while the crocodiles are fed nearby.

Crocosaurus Cove is located at 58 Mitchell Street in the Darwin CBD, which is easily accessible on foot or via a short taxi ride from most city hotels.

Participants must be at least 12 years old, and anyone under 18 must share the tandem cage with a participating adult.

While Crocosaurus Cove has wheelchair access to the main viewing areas, the Cage of Death requires descending a ladder into the water and is not suitable for wheelchair users or those with limited mobility.

Morning dives typically offer the most active crocodile encounters, as the reptiles are more responsive to feeding stimuli before the heat of the Darwin afternoon slows them down.

You should bring a towel, swimwear to wear under the provided wetsuit, and a change of clothes, as personal electronics cannot be taken into the water.

Your full-day general admission to Crocosaurus Cove is valid for the entire operating day, allowing you to explore the rest of the facility before or after your scheduled dive time.

You must remove glasses before entering the water, and personal cameras are strictly prohibited inside the cage to prevent them from dropping and agitating the crocodiles.

About Cage of Death Tandem Dive

The dive experience requires about 45 minutes for briefings and the 15-minute dive, but you should plan to spend 3 to 4 hours enjoying your full-day entry to the rest of the park.

The Cage of Death is located at Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin and involves a 15-minute dive inside a transparent acrylic cage within the crocodile enclosure. Participants are lowered into the water to observe saltwater crocodiles, which can reach lengths of up to 5 metres. This experience includes full-day entry to the park, allowing visitors to explore the reptile exhibits before or after their scheduled dive.

Step into a crocodile's lair (safely) and enter the “Cage of Death” with a friend at Crocosaurus Cove! Face off with these prehistoric predators in a one of a kind 15 minute cage dive into their enclosure. The only place in Australia where you can do this! After receiving a thorough safety briefing, daring divers will enter the purpose built glass transparent ‘Cage of Death’ cylinders before slowly being lowered and submerged into the waters of the crocs enclosure. Observe these powerful territorial reptiles from the safety of the protective cage with 360 degree views and look into their eyes as they swim around the cage. For 15 minutes, you and a friend will have time to observe the movement, behaviour and size of a saltwater crocodile and on site photographers will be nearby to capture the incredible experience. Croc handlers conduct regular feeds while you are in the cage to try to ensure that you get see some movement from the crocodile up close. The Cage of Death experience is run daily from 9.30am at Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin.

Listen carefully to the mandatory safety briefing and follow all instructions given by the dive masters.
Keep your hands and feet inside the designated areas of the cage at all times.
Ensure you are in good health and not under the influence of alcohol or drugs before participating in the dive.

While you cannot take your own camera into the cage, professional onsite photographers capture the entire dive from multiple angles.
Purchase the photo package afterward to get high-quality underwater shots of you and the crocodile.
For the rest of the park, use a polarizing filter on your camera lens to cut through the glass glare at the reptile enclosures.

Lockers, changing rooms, showers, cafe, gift shop, restrooms, viewing decks

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