Koorana Crocodile Farm — Attraction in Coorooman

4 of us went to the crocodile farm to go to their crocodile cafe and to purchase a crocodile bag from their shop. We had already done a crocodile tour not that long ago. I didn’t want to spend an extra $160 as we were planning to spend a money in the shop and cafe. The man there said unless we do another tour we could not do this. At first he was polite. But as he ushered us outside and then had an audience, he became louder for everyone to hear and made scene. . He clapped his hands and told to leave now. It was the way he did it that was wrong. Fair enough if it’s their policy to not serve to walk ins. But to treat people the way he did was disgusting. He made me feel really embarrassed and humiliated in front of all the other visitors. His tone and body language was as though we were bad people who needed to be kicked out. Crazy business concept. He kicked us out because he knew we didn’t want to pay $160 for the tour. Yet we wanted to spend money in his cafe say approx $120 plus the pink and blue crocodile bag $2750.00 total of $2870.00. Turned down $2870.00 for $160. Hmmm really smart.

Sorry but $160 for second tour was not worth it. I felt the general maintenance was poor. The crocodile enclosures look like they are substandard and in desperate need of maintenance and repair.

I’m all for supporting local business. That’s why I went there....

Koorana Crocodile Farm – A Fair Dinkum Aussie Adventure

Blimey, this place is a cracker! Koorana isn’t just Australia’s first commercial croc farm (been around since 1981, no less) – it’s still family-run by the Lever mob, which gives it that proper backyard-legacy vibe.

Why It’s a Ripper: Kia’s your guide? Gold. Clear as a bell, packed with fun facts, and no waffle – exactly how a tour should be. Tucker’s top-notch. Shoutout to Adam for whipping up mean croc burgers and popcorn croc (chips ’n’ salad included – no skimpin’!). Tastes like… well, chicken, but way cooler to say you’ve tried it. FREE croc cuddles? Mate, other joints charge $80 for a snap with a hatchling. Here, the kids (and let’s be real, us big kids too) get to hold one, no sneaky fees. Legendary!

Pro Tips: Slip, slop, slap… and spray. The Aussie sun doesn’t muck around here, and neither do the mozzies. Aeroguard’s your new best mate. Staff are bonza. Cheery as a kookaburra, even when wrangling snappy customers (the reptilian kind, not the tourists).

One for the Skeptics: Yeah, it’s touristy – but in the good way. No over-the-top gimmicks, just crocs, laughs, and a solid dose of “how’s the serenity?” out in the Queensland bush.

Already planning my next visit. Fair dinkum, if you’re near Yeppoon, this’ll beat another day...

Koorawatha Crocodile Farm is a great family outing. The farm is about 30 minutes out of Rockhampton with onsight parking. They open at 10am and it is recommended that you purchase tickets for the tour online before you go. The tour begins with an informative talk and video that explains the history of the farm and information on crocodiles. There are huge skins mounted on the ceiling of the cafe with an extensive display, crocodile goods toys and Tshirts etc for sale. Safety is also explained before you enter the farm with staff ever watchful and reminding those who get too close to the fence. The tour goes for about one and half hours with croc feeding and an informative commentary. You are able to see the crocs in the various pens up close. Staff were happy to answer questions from both adults and children. The tour ended with the owner holding a 50cm young croc ( with mouth taped closed for safety) talking about his life and the breeding cycle. You could hold the small croc and have photos taken which the kids really enjoyed. The farm also has a Cafe where you can try various croc meat meals....