Welcome to Guayabillas Animal Rescue!The Guayabillas Animal Rescue Center is located on a hill overlooking downtown Ibarra in northern Ecuador. Guayabillas hosts volunteers from around the world who wish to work with the animals and educate people about the importance of conservation. |
Over 900 animals have lived at the center since it's founding in January, 2005. Most animals are brought to the center after they are found being traded illegally, and most have been released back into the jungle. Several dozen species live in Guayabillas at any given time. Permanent residents include 2 lions, 3 galapagos tortoises, a variety of monkeys, lory parrots, and several sloths.
The mission of the rescue center is not only to rehabilitate and release the animals, but also to educate people about the importance of conservation and not having wild animals as pets. Schools will often attend the center and receive presentations about the importance of saving endangered species.
While at the center, you will be able to:
* Feed, touch and care for dozens of animal species, including some which are rare and endangered.
* Stay with a caring host family or at the Center with Freddy and his wife, who will feed you breakfast and dinner, and give you advice about the city of Ibarra.
* The Rescue Center will cook you lunch every day.
* When animals are released back to the jungle, as is often done, you will be able to come along for the trip.
* Accompany Oscar to the markets to barter for food for the animals.