Thrill seekers and adventures alike will have another reason to visit the tropical north with the launch of Wildlife Habitat’s newest heart pumping attraction CrocArena - ‘swim with the salties’ experience.

It is advised when visiting the region not to swim where crocodiles may be present, however Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas is flipping the script and welcoming guests to take a dive with some of the world's most aggressive apex predators.

Only months away, the highly anticipated Queensland first will allow guests, if they dare, the chance to be submerged right into the croc’s kill zone.

With only a sheet of Perspex guests come eye-to-teeth with monster crocodiles whose instinct is to attack.

CaPTA Group Managing Director Peter Woodward said they were very excited to lead the way with this calibre of attraction in the region.

“With CrocArena set to open this June, we anticipate it will not only attract visitors from across Australia, but also from abroad when international travel recommences, as it will truly be a one-of-a-kind experience.

“Now more than ever, it’s important to invest in our attractions to re-energise our industry after the tough period we’ve been through, so we captivate Australians visiting Port Douglas and entice them to keep coming back,” said Mr Woodward.

CrocArena is also purpose built for amazing Crocodile shows, including a massive grandstand with seating for 300 people, as well as an underwater viewing area where visitors can stare into the eyes of these fascinating modern-day dinosaurs with killer instincts.

Wildlife Habitat General Manager Clare Anderson said CrocArena will be one of the most thrilling and sought-after attractions in Australia.

“It is important for us to bolster the destination in a unique way, and continually be innovative to best showcase the region, ensuring a truly remarkable experience for visitors,” she said.

Demonstrating great confidence in tourism for the region, the locally owned Woodward Family CaPTA Group, including Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas, Rainforestation Nature Park, Australian Butterfly Sanctuary and Cairns ZOOM & Wildlife Dome, is investing significantly and working diligently to ensure that their attractions are exciting, educational, and sustainable.

Over the past three years, nearly every part of Wildlife Habitat has gone through a rebuild, with exhilarating additions including the new Rainforest Habitat and ultra-modern Nocturnal Habitat, with CrocArena set to be the crown jewel of attractions in Port Douglas.