Jaguar Rescue Center Visit, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Embark on an educational and interactive experience at the Jaguar Rescue Center for an inspiring look at Costa Rica's wildlife conservation efforts. On this guided visit, you'll meet rescued animals, including sloths, monkeys, birds, and reptiles, while learning how the center rehabilitates injured and orphaned wildlife with the goal of returning them to the wild. The experience offers an engaging introduction to the region's remarkable biodiversity and the ongoing work to protect it. Ideal for families and animal lovers, this visit blends education, conservation, and up-close encounters with Costa Rica's iconic species.

Highlights

• Meet rescued sloths, monkeys, macaws, and other native wildlife
• Learn how injured and orphaned animals are rehabilitated and released back into the wild
• Hear the personal rescue stories behind the animals who now call the center home
• Discover Costa Rica's rich biodiversity with guidance from expert wildlife educators
• Support an organization dedicated to conservation and environmental awareness
  
  

What you'll do

Your visit begins at the Jaguar Rescue Center, located just a few miles from the laid-back Caribbean surf town of Puerto Viejo. Founded in 2008, the center is dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and protecting Costa Rica's wildlife. During your 1.5-hour visit, you'll walk through the sanctuary alongside a knowledgeable guide who will introduce you to the animals currently under care.

As you explore the grounds, you'll encounter a variety of native species—from playful monkeys and slow-moving three-toed sloths to colorful toucans, macaws, and even snakes and other reptiles. Your guide will share the unique story behind each animal, explaining how they were rescued and the challenges they face in the wild, from habitat loss to human-wildlife conflict. You'll also learn about the center's rehabilitation process and how many animals are eventually released back into protected areas, including the nearby La Ceiba Primary Forest Reserve. 

The experience offers a deeper understanding of Costa Rica's impressive biodiversity and the ongoing efforts required to protect it. By visiting, you're directly supporting the center's conservation work and helping provide care for animals in need.