Help care for monkeys in the Ecuadorian Amazon!

France

5

I absolutely recommend staying at the shelter!! 💚 I only stayed for one week but I wish I could have stayed longer. Yvan welcomed me when I arrived and Nancy made me feel like part of the family. They provide food for all meals and we sleep in different dorms so that there aren't too many people in one. Above all, working with the animals is more than anything you could expect. The monkeys will give you so much love that it will be hard to say bye. It's the experience of a lifetime, thank you so much!

about 1 month ago

Nancy replied

Te deseamos lo mejor del mundo Noemi, fue muy lindo tenerte aqui. LOs monos te envian un abrazo gigante.

United States

5

Felt at home! Comfortable and fun experience. I only stayed for a week so I didn't get super invested, but it was an interesting and cool to work with all the monkeys.

2 months ago

Germany

5

It was a really nice week at "the shelter". We prepared the food and fed the monkeys and also interacted with them. It is a nice place for monkeys! The stuff were also really kind and helpful at any time. Unfortunately the bathrooms and rooms were not so clean. Aswell as we had bats in the room and they made a lot of dirt. To feel comfortable it would be nice having these rooms always clean and to make adjustments that the bats can't come inside.

3 months ago

Germany

5

My Worldpackers experience was simply unforgettable! 🌿🐒 I traveled there with girls I didn't know before, and we connected instantly. Our tasks – preparing food and feeding the monkeys – were exciting and so much fun. The sweetest moment was with baby monkey Luna, who we even got to feed once – such a highlight! 🥹💖 The jungle tour was an amazing adventure, and the whole team was incredibly kind and welcoming. A huge thank you to Maria, our guide – she wasn't only the kindest, but truly the best guide ever! 💚 Time flew by, and I'd love to return. Highly recommended! 🙈

3 months ago

Germany

5

I had a great time volunteering at the shelter! Living in the jungle, getting to know the local food and culture, helping with the monkeys (they're so cute!) and spending time with the team and the other volunteers. The hosts made this place feel like home ❤️

3 months ago

United States

5

Nancy & Ivan were both incredible hosts & really care about providing a welcoming & friendly atmosphere. We had lunch every day together like one big family & the volunteer work was a once in a lifetime opportunity that benefits a great cause. Everyone speaks Spanish & some English but it is a great way to pick up on some language while you're there too. Thank you guys for everything- my experience was wonderful & I hope to see the shelter again!

3 months ago

Nancy replied

Gracias Cassi.

United States

5

One of the most delightful adventures of my life. The caretakers are incredible, the hosts are remarkably kind, and the monkeys are wholesome, mischievious, and full of life. When an unexpected hiking accident led to an emergency ER visit, Nancy/Ivan immediately set out to help me get care emergency care. Afterwards, they thoughtfully tailored the remaining days so I could safely enjoy the last few days of the adventure. I would recommend this trip to literally anyone with a spirit of adventure. I'll definitely be returning someday.

3 months ago

Nancy replied

Chris, thank you for your good energy, everyone here is happy to meet you,

United States

5

The shelter is like home away from home. It's not a luxury resort because it's not made for us but for the animals. We are the guest there and they are the priority. A true connection with the animals that are like family.

3 months ago

Nancy replied

Thank you for your review. We're glad you met us.

United States

5

Volunteering at the shelter was truly an unforgettable experience. The staff are incredibly kind and supportive. They were easygoing and nondemanding which made the whole experience more relaxed. The monkeys were so entertaining and full of personality. The landscape was super beautiful i can never get over it. You get the opportunity to meet volunteers from around the world, while interacting with locals too. There were so many highlights of volunteering here, i genuinely did not want to leave. Overall this was one of my favorite volunteer experiences and i highly recommend

6 months ago

United States

5

We had a great week here! We really enjoyed the lunch it was super tasty and the staff is very friendly and sweet. You do different tasks throughout the week which is nice and learn a lot about the monkeys, we miss the shelter already! Highly recommend volunteering here you won't be disappointed.

7 months ago

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