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Meet the Sloths
Easy Activity
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
What you will visit:
Aviarios del Caribe/Sloth Sanctuary of Costa Rica
Discover the world's first sloth-only rescue and rehabilitation center, the Sloth Sanctuary of Costa Rica. Learn how this dedicated facility cares for injured or non-releasable sloths and supports conservation through research and education. During your visit, you'll observe adult sloths living under professional care in spacious, covered enclosures. These animals, unable to return to the wild for various reasons, now live in a secure, long-term environment.
Next, enjoy a peaceful canoe ride along a calm rainforest river within the sanctuary's private reserve. Each canoe holds a small group of guests and is rowed by a skilled local boatman, who will point out any wildlife spotted along the way. While the rowers may not speak English, they are experts at navigating and locating animals in the surrounding habitat.
To complete your tour, stop at a nearby demonstrative banana plantation, where you'll see how this iconic crop is grown and transported within the farm.
What you will see along the way:
To fully experience the sloths' natural habitat, canoe expeditions along the Estrella River and natural trails through the dense rainforest offer up-close experiences with the indigenous flora and fauna, a stop will be made at a demonstrative banana plantation to learn a bit about this priced crop. A bottle of water is offered during the tour.
Shopping:
Visit the on-site gift shop for sloth-inspired souvenirs and after the banana plantation visit, you can visit their souvenir shop.
Points of interest
Sloth Sanctuary
Schedule
Special Notes
No touching or holding of sloths at the sanctuary (for their safety and yours), but you will see sloths up close and have many photo opportunities. Wildlife sightings, while common, are not guaranteed. Time segment sequences may change due to extreme weather or other conditions beyond the sanctuary's control. Closed-toe shoes, rain gear, sun hat and bottled water are recommended for your comfort.
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Easy Activity
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
What you will visit:
Aviarios del Caribe/Sloth Sanctuary of Costa Rica
Discover the world's first sloth-only rescue and rehabilitation center, the Sloth Sanctuary of Costa Rica. Learn how this dedicated facility cares for injured or non-releasable sloths and supports conservation through research and education. During your visit, you'll observe adult sloths living under professional care in spacious, covered enclosures. These animals, unable to return to the wild for various reasons, now live in a secure, long-term environment.
Next, enjoy a peaceful canoe ride along a calm rainforest river within the sanctuary's private reserve. Each canoe holds a small group of guests and is rowed by a skilled local boatman, who will point out any wildlife spotted along the way. While the rowers may not speak English, they are experts at navigating and locating animals in the surrounding habitat.
To complete your tour, stop at a nearby demonstrative banana plantation, where you'll see how this iconic crop is grown and transported within the farm.
What you will see along the way:
To fully experience the sloths' natural habitat, canoe expeditions along the Estrella River and natural trails through the dense rainforest offer up-close experiences with the indigenous flora and fauna, a stop will be made at a demonstrative banana plantation to learn a bit about this priced crop. A bottle of water is offered during the tour.
Shopping:
Visit the on-site gift shop for sloth-inspired souvenirs and after the banana plantation visit, you can visit their souvenir shop.
Points of interest
Sloth Sanctuary
Schedule
Special Notes
No touching or holding of sloths at the sanctuary (for their safety and yours), but you will see sloths up close and have many photo opportunities. Wildlife sightings, while common, are not guaranteed. Time segment sequences may change due to extreme weather or other conditions beyond the sanctuary's control. Closed-toe shoes, rain gear, sun hat and bottled water are recommended for your comfort.