Wildlife Photography
Risking Your Life For Entertainment. Is It Worth It?
Our tour guide pets crocodiles illegally
One of my biggest passions is wildlife photography. Ever since this hobby of mine advanced, our world trip began spinning around wildlife viewing.
After our two months journey around Baja California, we headed to the mainland — Mexico. Our second stop was Mazunte — a small village known for its natural architecture, preserved nature, and diverse species.
My point of attraction? Crocodiles in their natural habitat!
Where was I supposed to see them? La Ventanilla — a small village on the Pacific coast. Home to the indigenous people of Mexico and a beautiful beach and lagoon rich in biodiversity. Ecotourism is the main attraction after the ban on sea turtle and crocodile trade in the early nineties, and it’s thriving.
La Ventanilla. That is the place where almost two hundreds of crocodiles live and swim freely between the mangrove trees. Being so close to wildlife is very adventurous and inspiring, but it can be dangerous, too. From small to big, many species hide potential life threats. But as you will learn, some locals did not see a danger standing around three meters long crocodiles without fencing.
