Sloth Sanctuary & Wildlife Rescue Center

OVERVIEW

Meander through the Costa Rica Animal Rescue Center and learn about this sanctuary for animals that have been orphaned, injured, abused or lost their habitats due to deforestation. You will enjoy a close-up look at sloths and other tropical creatures as they are rehabilitated in hopes of returning them to the wild. Sloths are the world’s slowest animals and spend nearly all day hanging upside down in trees, rarely traveling more than 125 feet. If their habitat is disturbed or destroyed, the sloths are at great risk. The guide will describe the habits of sloths in the wild and how they easily adapt to the sanctuary environment that replicates a tropical forest. You can also expect to see plenty of other rescued animals in various stages of rehabilitation. They include toucans, hawks, anteaters and lesser-known animals such as tamanduas, which like their anteater relatives are typically solitary.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Observe animals being rehabilitated in a sanctuary that replicates their native habitats.
• See sloths – the world’s slowest animal – and learn about their characteristics and habits.
• Observe other creatures such as toucans, hawks, monkeys and anteaters.
• Gain insight into how the sanctuary follows its motto – Rescue, Rehabilitate, Release.”

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.