Croc menace: The perilous allure of Cahill's crossing

Kakadu National Park is located in the northern part of Australia. It is known for its high level of biodiversity and its rich Aboriginal cultural heritage, with the region being continuously inhabited by Aboriginal people for over 40,000 years. Numerous crocodiles live here—both Australian freshwater and saltwater crocodiles.

Cahill's Crossing, located in the park, is known as "one of the most dangerous water crossings in the country." It is a road that crosses a river, and its flood level depends on the water level. This wouldn't be surprising if it weren't for the presence of crocodiles in this river. These dangerous reptiles are eager to come out of the water.

The nickname "most dangerous" was given to the road after an incident in 1987 when a fisherman slipped and fell victim to a crocodile over 5 metres long. The entire situation occurred in front of his friends. Another man was killed in January 2017.

Furthermore, there have been several incidents where vehicles were swept off the crossing when the water was too deep. It's important to note that not only the tide matters, but also the currents, which can be strong in this area.

The truth is that with common sense, the risk of falling victim to the local crocodiles is not high. Unfortunately, some tourists ignore the danger and forget the rules.

On the Instagram profile @touronsofnationalparks, a video appeared showing small children walking on rocks right by the water, where it's easy to slip. Other tourists even cast fishing lines. "Blood-curdling scenes" - was the caption in the video.

The post emphasized a list of rules that visitors must follow when in this area. "Stay behind designated barricades and warning signs. Avoid approaching and feeding crocodiles. Keep children close to you" - it reads.