History
Local legend says a crocodile once saved the founding ancestor of Paga, so the community swore never to harm the species. The bond has endured for centuries; the crocodiles roam freely among the villagers.
Meet — and touch — the sacred crocodiles of Paga.
At Paga, on Ghana's northern border with Burkina Faso, crocodiles are revered as sacred. At the chief's pond, visitors can approach, photograph and — with a guide — touch live crocodiles that are believed to carry the souls of the village's ancestors.
Local legend says a crocodile once saved the founding ancestor of Paga, so the community swore never to harm the species. The bond has endured for centuries; the crocodiles roam freely among the villagers.
Guided crocodile encounters at the chief's pond and the nearby Pia and Zenga ponds; craft stalls; the Paga border market; Pikworo Slave Camp nearby.
Always follow the pond keeper's instructions. A small fee applies for the encounter and photos. The site is hot and dry — carry water and a hat.
Contact us to arrange a private expedition to Paga Crocodile Pond.
