Wildlife Sanctuary: A Haven for Endangered Species
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8 Ratings
Cusco
Experience the transformative power of compassion at our wildlife sanctuary, a haven for endangered species. Witness the resilience and gratitude of gentle souls, forging extraordinary bonds between humans and animals.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Cochahuasi Animal Sanctuary - In the morning, a vehicle will collect you from your hostel or Airbnb location, or alternatively at the designated gathering spot, to transport you to the sanctuary. We promise a distinctive and memorable experience. You’ll spend a delightful day among indigenous animals from the highlands and rainforest regions. You’ll encounter in their habitats: monkeys, macaws, turtles, deer, pampas cats, alpacas, bears, wild felines, foxes, condors, and more. Our aim is to support and impart knowledge about our mission, which focuses on education. Hence, we extend an invitation to educational institutions and the general populace to instill in youngsters the importance of respecting our natural world and its creatures. We aspire to release some of these animals back into their natural environments. Interacting with the animals is an experience you won’t forget. Following the excursion, guests will enjoy some leisure time as this tour is exclusively for them, and we offer flexible return transportation to their lodgings or to Cusco’s central plaza.
At the conclusion of the tour, visitors will find a shop offering alpaca products, where 50% of the proceeds benefit the animals and the other 50% go to the local farming communities near the sanctuary. These sales help maintain the sanctuary’s operations, as we do not receive governmental aid.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Alfalfa and food for llamas
Additional Information
Step into our revered animal refuge, a haven where kindness melds with profound sentiment, imprinting a lasting impact on every guest’s spirit. As you enter our refuge, you become engulfed in an orchestra of affection and understanding. Experience the calm creatures that have found tranquility and protection on this blessed estate. Their pure looks echo tales of tenacity and steadfast thankfulness. Every visit bestows an altering encounter, cultivating a deep bond with the majesty of these conscious creatures. Embark on this hallowed voyage of empathy, where souls are moved, and the exceptional ties between humans and animals are eternally sealed.
Location
Cochahuasi Animal Sanctuary
Km. 22 Via Cusco Pisaq
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(8 Ratings)
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432evelinc
May 4, 2024
Animals of the Andes - A tour that lasts two and a half hours, just 20 minutes from the city of Cusco in this rescue center you can see wild animals typical of the Andes which have been rescued, the animals are well, the people who take care of them are dedicated with love, you can take advantage of getting used to the height of the Andes
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Thomas_m
Apr 19, 2024
Get close while doing good - I enjoyed an hour private tour by a well informed staff member who clearly had a repore with the resident animals. He explained that most of anilmals came to the facillity as a result of the illegal wildlife trade. He also shared the organization's goals for breeding selected species.
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Amanda_j
Mar 30, 2024
Educational and so fun - This was an amazing experience. Our guide John was so knowledgeable and the compassion and care they have for the animals is touching. I enjoyed my tour, learned so much, and have the best wildlife pictures. Support their gift shop because they are supporting the animals!
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Stuart_b
Oct 20, 2023
Well Worth It! - John was a great tour guide at the sanctuary. He was extremely knowledgeable. The whole experience was easy and fun.
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295mckennak
Oct 19, 2023
Amazing day at the animal rescue!!! Cannot recommend enough! - Wow!! This was SUCH an amazing experience! It was truly beautiful from start to finish to see the amazing care of these animals and learn about their history and their rescue stories with Albert. He cares deeply about all of the animals and the experience was so amazing and immersive. We cannot recommend this enough to anyone visiting Cusco! Our personal favorite part was the spectaculars bears and feeding the monkeys but really every second was perfect.
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Michaelsd5451cj
Dec 29, 2022
Highly Recommended - Very impressive animal sanctuary with more animals than we thought! Our guide was very knowledgeable and informative. A bargain at the current price and for anyone wanting to see both endangered and rare animals, this is the experience.
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Pnarro
May 29, 2021
Highly Recommend!! - If you’re in Cusco you must visit this beautiful Sanctuary. You not only get to interact with the animals you get to hear their stories. They have all sorts of animals. It’s such a humbling experience. Not to mention the drive up to the sanctuary is absolutely a sight to see. Oh and they have the cutest cafe. I bought some coffee beans to take back with me. Delish!!
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