Can you imagine what it must be like to come face to face with one of the most ancient and powerful creatures in the world on vacation to Mexico? The steely jaws, countless teeth and agile grace of the American crocodile can seem rightfully terrifying, even as a mere thought! Nonetheless, in Banco Chinchorro an encounter with one of these reptilian predators is pretty much a day to day occurrence that you can enjoy on vacation to Mexico.

Diving with Crocs on Vacation to Mexico

As the home for one of the world’s largest congregations of the prehistoric predator that is the American crocodile, Banco Chinchorro, Mexico is truly unique. This is especially more so when you consider that it is just half a day’s journey from Cancun, one of Mexico’s biggest and liveliest cities. A visit here could lead you to a once in a lifetime encounter with the oldest amphibious predator in the world while on vacation to Mexico.

If you’re interested in a close encounter with the world’s most feared reptiles on vacation to Mexico, then you can head out with a guide from Banco Chinchorro in the early afternoon. You’ll be staying in the boat at all times, of course, so don’t worry; your safety and security is a priority for the guide and they know what they’re doing! The guide will lure the crocodiles into a shallow area right outside the lagoon with bait; the clarity of these waters ensures you a stellar view!

Then you will enter the water, following the careful instructions of your guide, to “swim” with the crocodiles. When you visit Chinchorro, Mexico you have an estimate 90% chance of meeting a Croc, but you’re guaranteed to have the time of your life.

While these massive beasts are a huge draw to Banco Chinchorro they are not the only stars in this show. The waters around this area are home to no less than 9 unique wrecks on the seafloor. What was, undoubtedly, terrible luck for the men on board these ships has become a once in a lifetime experience for those brave enough to dive in Chinchorro’s waters! The 9 wrecks include 2 Spanish Galleons, no less, as well as other smaller or more modern ships.

There’s also a lot more to the wildlife here; snappers, sea sponges and many coral species can be seen here. Certainly a great option on vacation to Mexico.