Immerse yourself into the lush green flora and fauna of Malaysia and witness the largest collection of Malaysian sea water crocodiles at Crocodile Adventureland in Langkawi. This crocodile farm, also known as Taman Buaya, spans 20 acres, housing over a thousand crocodiles and alligators. While half of the area is off-limits to visitors, the other half is divided into areas where you may observe, feed, interact, watch shows, and learn more about crocodiles and alligators.
Crocodile Adventureland, as the name suggests is a park dedicated for tourists to meet different species of crocodiles. It houses the largest collection of crocodiles with nearly 4000 of them, all belonging to different specimens; Tomistoma, Siamese, Saltwater crocodile, and guinea crocodile to name a few.
Undoubtedly, the park is amongst the best Langkawi places to visit and has made sure to captivate the minds of everybody who has ever visited this land. Tourists are advised to not miss crocodile Adventureland's popular show - “Heart-stopping” where a wide number of fun, interactive, informative activities are carried out for tourists to engage in.
Location: Jalan Teluk Datai, Mukim Air Hangat, Kedah Darul Aman
Timings: 9 am to 6 pm on all days
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Highlights
• Feed pellets to the adorable 2-3 year old baby crocodiles in the Juvenile Section.
• Learn about the difference between crocodiles and alligators by watching them lounging together in the Species Pond.
• Enjoy spectacular crocodile stunt shows in Pond A and B and watch how heroically staff members feed the aggressive crocodiles in the Bridge Pond.
• Take pictures with crocs at the Hooking Pond to cherish this experience forever.
• Head to the education center to learn fascinating details about these majestic reptiles.
• Get up close and personal with two types of dinosaur mascots, Velociraptor and Dilophosaurus, and click selfies with these prehistoric creatures at the new Jurassic Croc. Experience.
• Shop cute goodies like T-shirts, caps, and soft toys from the Souvenir Shop.
• Check out some unusual crocodiles at the park with distinguishing characteristics such as no tails or a humped back.
How To Reach
Since the park is located just 23 km away from the city center, there are various transportation options available to conduct the journey. Here are the most common ones:
Taxis: These can be hired from the city center to Teluk Datai. In fact, you can get a taxi to the park from almost anywhere in the city. Since the park is not too far away, you will reach here within 20-30 minutes. You can book a taxi to the park from the city center online. The taxi will pick you up from wherever you are in the center and drop you at your destination.
Cable cars: Cable cars are faster than taxis. It will take you just 10 minutes to reach the farm in a cable car.
Rented car or motorbike: If you have your driving license with you, and it is valid for overseas travel, then you can rent a car so that you can drive to the park.
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Best Time To Visit
The best time to visit Crocodile Adventureland Langkawi is between 10 AM and 4 PM, when the majority of the crocodile shows take place. If you want to tour the park more thoroughly, besides watching the magnificent crocodile performances, you may arrive a bit earlier, around 9.30 AM.
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Places to Eat in Crocodile Adventureland
Here are the best places to eat near the park:
1. Grab and Go Kiosk: As the name suggests, this place is ideal if you just want to grab some snacks and get back to exploring the park. As the place is located within the park premises, you can easily get a sandwich or some ice cream while enjoying the crocodile shows.
2. Croc Café: Another lovely little café located within the grounds of the park; this place is perfect for those of you who want to snack on authentic local dishes. The international menu also features chicken burgers, French fries, and kebabs.
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Places to Stay near Crocodile Park
Here are the best places to stay near the park:
1. Villa Tiga: Located 0.7 km from the crocodile farm, this villa offers a cheap accommodation option. The rooms here are equipped with all modern facilities such as free Wifi, air conditioning and even an outdoor swimming pool and gardens.
2. Peace Haven Shared Villa: This hotel is situated 3.8 km away from the Crocodile Park and it just 5 km away from the popular Mahsuri Exhibition Center. Due to its strategic location, the hotel is perfect for anyone who wants to enjoy sightseeing on the island of Langkawi.
3. The Datai Langkawi: This posh hotel is situated 5 km away from the park, and has a private beach of its own. The luxurious rooms here are equipped with the best of facilities, including free wifi. You will also find a golf course, a swimming pool, and a spa here.
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Tips to Visit Crocodile Adventureland
Here are some tips for having a good time at the park:
- Do not litter or throw things in the park
- Do not pick the flowers, pluck leaves, or harm the environment in any way
- Do not go near the crocodiles, as they can be very aggressive
- Feed the crocodiles only from a distance
- Do not give the crocs anything other than the pellets provided in the park
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Activities to do at Crocodile Park
- Juvenile Crocodile Pond is where you can enjoy feeding the baby crocodiles and juvenile animals. These small crocodiles are only 2 to 3 years old, so you can easily feed them using the pellets provided by the park.
- Bridge Pond areas is reserved for crocodile feeding shows. Here, the staff heroically walks into the pond and feeds the aggressive crocs. It is quite a sight to behold.
- Ponds A and B feature some of the most stunning crocodile shows in the park.
- Take pictures with the majestic creatures at the Hooking Pond.
- You can also visit the education center to learn more about these magnificent animals.
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Crocodile Adventureland FAQs
What is the best time to visit Crocodile Adventureland?
The best time to visit the park is between 10 am and 4 pm. This is because most of the croc shows are held during this time. Besides attending these shows, arriving early will also give you some time to explore the park.
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How much time do we need to explore Crocodile Adventureland?
It will take you at least 3 hours to complete the tour of the entire park.
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Is photography allowed in Crocodile Adventureland?
Yes, photography is allowed at the park. You can take the pictures yourself, or you can avail one of the packages at the park that includes a photo with baby crocodiles.
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How far is Crocodile Adventureland from Langkawi city centre?
Depending on the route you take to the park from the city center in Langkawi, the park is somewhere between 23 to 26 km from the center. Here is the breakdown of all three roads that you can take to get to the park, and how long the route is, and how much time it will take:
The park is 23.9 km via Route 112 or Jalan Ulu Melaka route. The journey will take about 27 minutes. But if you take Route 114, the park is 24.5 km, and it is 26 km via Route 113. Both these routes are a little more time consuming. The former will take 31 minutes, and the latter will take 32 minutes for the journey.
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