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Rachel_Smith25

I was conned in to volunteering at Paradero "animal rescue sanctuary" by volunteer exploiters Frontier, a British volunteering agency.In Costa Rica anyone can set up a "sanctuary" with not to no clue of what they are going. The people who own Paradero are passionate about animals and the environment which is all the qualification they assumed the needed. I had the misfortune to spend 4 weeks there; the longer I stayed the more I saw that was wrong with the place.They say they are animal lovers but the mistreat the dogs there, whether they were guard dogs or "pets". All the dogs were obese and probably riddled with parasites and flies as they were left to leave in there own filth as they were chained 24/7. As volunteers we constantly complained about the dogs' treatment and begrudgingly through the effects of volunteers treatment for the dogs was improved though I am under no illusion that the standards we tried to implement will continue.Paradero is more like a petting zoo with their own sloths to parade in front of tourists and attract volunteers. They have animals in cramped, overcrowded and dilapidated cages. The mean focus of the Paradero is money and the petty imaginings of one of the owners was the only reason that some of the sloths were released so they couldn't be taken to other sanctuaries.The animals, many the monkeys were far too humanised to be released and babied by one of the owners but as they bring in the tourists why would they release them?Volunteers at Paradero are left to their own devices, there is no one to tell you anything about animal husbandry and only tip bits from other volunteers helps you get by. You do about 2 hours of work slip throughout the day, the rest of the time is mainly spend doing whatever you want which for many volunteers is reading. When you do ask for something to do you are set to sweeping the forest floor. If places like this are set up the government need to enforce high standards than the no standards that are currently overlooked

Favre436

I came out to the sanctuary on my last week in Costa rica to see if I could lend my last bit of time to help out. I found it fairly difficult to actually find the place but luckily ran into a few people at the local bus station who were already volunteering and went with them. The animals are well taken care of, with regular feedings of hearty fresh meals and of course they get tons of affection from the great volunteers! Being able to interact so closely with the sloths and monkeys is definitely something I won't forget. The conditions for the volunteers is extremely basic. The usual cold showers, and rickety bunk beds with nets. I struggled with the food however, I'm not overly picky but there wasn't any choice with the meals and if you didn't like something you're basically screwed. Also, it's located pretty far out of Limon so there isn't a whole lot to do once you're done your chores so I would recommend bringing a few books and such. (There's wifi but almost impossible to get a connection.) I only stayed for a few days, as I had caught dengue fever from earlier on in my trip and had to go to San Jose, but It was nice to meet people from around the world coming to help out with these animals and seeing how much they care

MMR1

We were up close with sloths, monkeys, deer, variety of birds. nquisitive black howler monkeys came right up to us. I was able to hold a very endearing Elvis the Sloth :-)

ApricotSilk14

Get off your sofa..and go and visit the REAL little Neal (anyone who watches UK TV will know of the little Neal used as a promotional item with a sofa company....) Really didnt know what to expect...a wild area...deep in the rain forest...and yes..the clue is in the name...rain...persisting it down...but work didnt stop. Knowledgeable curators....really cherishing their charges....Sitting in a quiet area...watching the birds...one the size of a UK blackbird..with a red front...a cherry ****?? Not really fit enough to walk through the forest..and know I missed a treat...Well worth the visit.

378sylviev

Ask to see Elvis if you go there! You can see a lot of different animals in that sanctuary. Very interesting!

jzjsolo7

The jungle walk was very enjoyable. Visiting the sanctuary and seeing the two types of sloths, the different kinds if monkeys, the owl,parrots,other colourful birds, was interesting g. I was also so glad to hold a sloth. I had no idea it would be so soft and cuddly. The volunteers who care for the animals are inspiring.

SUBnet192

This was the highlight of our visit in Puerto Limon, on a cruise stop. Seeing the animals, holding them. Meeting the volunteers who came from around the world to take care of the animals was inspiring. Thank you so much for your work. Definitely worth the time to visit.

Wendysdd

This was the better part of the tour. The only thing to remember is that it always rain in Costa Rica in the afternoon, no matter which part of the country you're in. The walk was refreshing. The sanctuary has some really pretty animals, and of course lots of sloths and monkeys.

williamt630

Being able to hold a SLOTH was great. The animals were well taken care and the lady over the Sanctuary was very dedicated to all the animals welfare.

Jrogero

This was so wonderful and the best tour we were on. The owners are such loyal advocates for the sloths and monkeys and birds .. She does everything and is very helpful in describing everything. You can hold a sloth and walk thru the rainforest and see toucans, monkeys, sloths, and baby sloths. Awesome place.

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