If you've ever dreamt of a Crocodile Dundee photo opportunity, make a beeline for Paga's Crocodile Ponds. The ponds' reptiles, which are held sacred by the inhabitants, are reputed to be the friendliest in Africa and while we're not totally convinced, plenty of visitors do indeed safely pose with the crocs. Local women even do their laundry in the pond while kids frolic in the water. It is frankly disarming when you know how dangerous crocodiles can be.
Legend has it that this state of blissful cohabitation goes back to a pact the town's founders made with local crocodiles not to hurt each other.
There are two ponds to visit: Chief's Pond on the main road and Zenga Pond, about 500m east off the main road. Both are signposted.
