Paseo de Los Monos

Wildlife sanctuary Puyo, Pastaza, Ecuador
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What to expect

Paseo de Los Monos is a non-profit organization located in Puyo, Ecuador, dedicated to protecting the fauna, flora, and indigenous traditions of the Ecuadorian Amazon. The organization was founded in 2007 by Yvan Bouvier and Véronique Grand. The Paseo de los Monos is open to the public, allowing visitors to admire the animals, and also offers volunteer programs to help care for the animals. Donations are also accepted to support the well-being of the animals. The organization is committed to preserving the biodiversity of the Amazon rainforest, which is home to thousands of species that could be in danger of extinction if not protected

Plan your family visit to the Paseo de Los Monos with these blog insights 👇

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Puyo at the gates of the Amazon

Puyo at the gates of the Amazon
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited a refuge for animals victim of illegal trafficking. We were welcomed by French-speaking volunteers and had a guided tour in French

Highlights: The kids loved the visit. We saw numerous monkeys, coatis, parrots, turtles, snakes, etc ✨