Pilpintuwasi Rescue Center

Pilpintuwasi began as a butterfly breeding house on the Nanay river and became a refuge for animals confiscated from illegal wildlife trade. Including monkeys, a jaguar, an anteater that cannot be returned to the wild. The center is reached by boat from Iquitos and offers hands-off guided visits (please report if you see otherwise). It depends on visitor fees and donations rather than public funding, so any contribution is appreciated. Volunteering is also possible.

Travel tip: Reaching can be tricky so plan ahead, give it enough time and prepare enough cash with you.