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Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center

Posted on October 4, 2024July 18, 2024 by Ultimate Guide

About: One of the largest animal sanctuaries in Costa Rica, this rescue center boasts a wide variety of animals, including mammals, reptiles, birds, and amphibians that you can observe up close. They are focused on the rehabilitation of injured animals with the goal of returning them to the wild if possible. They have over 650 animals, an animal hospital, a gift shop, a restaurant, and much more. You can do either a self-guided walk through the rescue center or pay for a guided tour.

Province: Alajuela

Starting from: Downtown Alajuela

Time to reach from starting location: 22 minutes

Time needed for activity: 2+ hours

Kid friendly: Yes

Wheelchair accessible: Yes

What to wear and bring: Comfortable clothes, walking or hiking shoes, sunscreen, insect repellent, hat, sunglasses, umbrella, field guides, camera, backpack, water, snacks, pack lunch

Tips: The place is quite large so make sure to have shoes, not sandals. You can bring your own food or eat at their restaurant. There are grassy areas and tables where you can have a picnic.

Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/HiBSSpUM2qCKJxcU9

Website: https://rescatewildlife.org/

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