Ecuador - Rainforest Monkey Sanctuary
Program Overview
Express your devotion for animals at a family-run monkey sanctuary in the center of the Ecuadorian rainforest after a week of cultural immersion and Spanish lessons in Quito!
The sanctuary came to fruition in 2006 and currently acts as a safe haven for over 60 animals, mainly monkeys, although other native species that have been injured are represented there as well. Many locals in the area dom...
Express your devotion for animals at a family-run monkey sanctuary in the center of the Ecuadorian rainforest after a week of cultural immersion and Spanish lessons in Quito!
The sanctuary came to fruition in 2006 and currently acts as a safe haven for over 60 animals, mainly monkeys, although other native species that have been injured are represented there as well. Many locals in the area domesticated these animals as pets, and many have been abused or abandoned by previous owners. The sanctuary acts as a rehabilitation center, and animals are often released back into their natural habitat when the time comes.
Volunteers working in the sanctuary must have an intermediate level of Spanish, the capacity to be independent and to take initiative over responsibilities, a love for animal...
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What's Included
Quick Details
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- Heritage Tourism
- Hiking
- Nature Tours
- Rafting
- Rainforest Tours
Updated Jun 16, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Puyo, Ecuador
- Quito, Ecuador
Types & Subjects
- Adventure Types
- Heritage Tourism
- Hiking
- Nature Tours
- Rafting
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Guest House
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- Short Term
- After College
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