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Nosara Refuge for Wildlife, Nosara

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Learn about various wild creatures at Nosara Refuge for Wildlife, a rescue center for displaced, injured, and orphaned jungle animals established in 1999. The refuge aims to release animals back into the wild and administers long-term care for creatures that can’t go back their habitats. Watch for the refuge’s specialty--howler monkeys--of which there are many at the center. Be assured that your money goes toward the upkeep of a nonprofit organization and will directly benefit the animals. You will need an advanced reservation to visit the facility. Plan your Nosara Refuge for Wildlife visit and explore what else you can see and do in Nosara using our Nosara trip itinerary planner .
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  • By monkeylvr On June 27, 2018
    Firstly, this an educational tour; there is no petting the animals; interaction with the animals is minimal (for good reason). Amazingly, this refuge was built out of Brenda’s (the owner) house. The r...  more »
  • By ansell1111 On May 26, 2018
    Meet the founder of Refuge For Wildlife , Brenda Bombard. Can’t wait to get to know her more in the coming years. Brenda offers a very educational lecture type tour about the safety for the animals in...  more »
  • By Carolyn K On May 5, 2018
    This is truly a refuge - it is all about education and a donation to their cause - which is fine, but we were expecting to see more animals. I felt bad for people with young kids as it was a long talk...  more »
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  • By Phyllis Ayers On March 9, 2018
    Highly recommend a visit to see how they are helping the monkeys who are injured heal and be reintroduced into their natural habitat.
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