Wildlife Sanctuary

APAMI Wildlife Rescue Center

Tamarindo, Guanacaste · $$

Verified against live sources on August 15, 2026

A 20-hectare wildlife rescue and rehabilitation sanctuary in Portegolpe, a short drive from Tamarindo, caring for injured and rescued animals from Costa Rica and abroad. Guided and self-guided tours run daily and cover each animal's rescue story alongside the center's conservation and release work. A beekeeping tour was added as a newer add-on experience for visitors 14 and older.

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Approximate location. APAMI Wildlife Rescue Center serves the Tamarindo area; contact them for the exact spot.

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