Jaguar Rescue Center

The Jaguar Rescue Center, located just outside Puerto Viejo, is a dedicated facility that rehabilitates injured, orphaned, or trafficked wildlife for release back into the wild. Guided tours take visitors through enclosures where they can observe howler monkeys, spider monkeys, sloths, toucans, and even jaguars in various stages of recovery. The center's mission is educational, highlighting the threats to local wildlife and the importance of conservation. Distinctive for its hands-on approach and success stories, the center offers a rare opportunity to see Costa Rican wildlife while supporting ethical animal care. Visitors leave with a deeper appreciation for the region's biodiversity.

Don't miss

• Watch baby sloths being bottle-fed during the tour.
• See howler monkeys and spider monkeys in spacious rehabilitation enclosures.
• Learn about the center's release program and meet resident toucans and parrots.

Tickets & tours

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