Visit a natural sanctuary where rescued monkeys live freely
Your journey begins with a scenic boat ride along the majestic Amazon River from Iquitos. Shortly after departure, you will arrive at Monkey Island - a flooded forest transformed into a rescue and rehabilitation center dedicated to protecting Amazonian monkeys at risk. Here, they live freely in their natural habitat, without cages.
You’ll be surrounded by playful monkeys - including squirrel monkeys, tamarins, woolly monkeys, stump-tailed monkeys, and spider monkeys - roaming across more than 450 hectares of protected forest devoted to their care and reintegration into the wild.
Our bilingual guides will explain the rescue and conservation process led by this family-run initiative, offering insight into the challenges of wildlife protection in the Amazon.
After this immersive visit, you will continue your river journey to Heliconia Amazon River Lodge, where we will welcome you with a refreshing drink and your first steps into an environment of natural comfort and authentic Amazonian cuisine.
Why this experience is unmissable:
- It connects you with a real conservation and wildlife rehabilitation project in the Amazon.- It offers close encounters with free-ranging primates in an ethical and educational setting.
- It is the perfect prelude to your stay at Heliconia Lodge, blending emotional impact with comfort and adventure
