Immersive Wilderness Experience: Fundación Loros Sanctuary
Choose this Fundación Loros Wildlife Sanctuary tour from Cartagena if you want a meaningful nature experience with rescued wildlife, forest trails, horseback riding, UTV adventure, tree planting, a traditional snack, hydration, insurance, and private round-trip transportation. This is a good fit for families, couples, and nature lovers who want to support conservation while enjoying an active morning outside the city.
Conservation experience at Loros Sanctuary in Cartagena
Step into a tropical dry forest sanctuary dedicated to the rescue, care, and rehabilitation of Colombian wildlife. Located about one hour from Cartagena, Fundación Loros works with species affected by illegal trafficking, habitat loss, and human impact, including parrots, macaws, monkeys, and other native animals.
This experience brings together conservation education and outdoor adventure. During the visit, you will learn how rescued animals are cared for, why wildlife trafficking affects Colombian biodiversity, and how the sanctuary supports the long-term protection of native ecosystems.
The day also includes time outdoors on the surrounding rural trails, with horseback riding, a guided UTV route operated by a driver, and a symbolic tree planting activity. It is designed for travelers who want more than a typical sightseeing tour: nature, purpose, and a responsible connection with local conservation work.
What's included?
- Private round-trip transportation from Cartagena.
- Pickup from your Cartagena accommodation or confirmed pickup point.
- Guided visit to Fundación Loros wildlife rescue and rehabilitation center.
- Supervised feeding or close observation experiences, following sanctuary welfare protocols.
- Guided horseback riding experience through the rural sanctuary landscape.
- Guided UTV forest route operated by a driver.
- Symbolic tree planting activity to support local habitat restoration.
- Traditional Colombian country snack with fresh tropical juice or local coffee.
- Water and hydration during the tour.
- Bilingual host.
- Activity insurance, once required guest information has been provided.
Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation Center
During the guided visit, you will learn how rescued animals are cared for, why illegal wildlife trafficking affects Colombian biodiversity, and how rehabilitation centers support conservation. Any feeding or close observation moment is supervised and follows sanctuary welfare protocols to protect both guests and animals.
Horseback Riding and UTV Forest Trails
Explore the sanctuary’s rural landscape through a scenic horseback ride and a guided UTV route. The UTV is operated with a driver, so guests participate as passengers while enjoying forest trails, rolling terrain, and countryside views. Depending on the day, you may hear or see wild howler monkeys, capuchin monkeys, birds, or other local wildlife, but sightings are never guaranteed.
Tree Planting Experience
As part of the visit, guests participate in a symbolic tree planting activity that supports habitat restoration within the sanctuary’s ecosystem. This small action connects the adventure with the long-term goal of protecting forest corridors for native wildlife.
Not included:
- Additional food, drinks, snacks, or personal purchases not listed as included.
- Tips for guides, drivers, sanctuary staff, or local hosts.
- Souvenirs, donations, animal sponsorships, or extra activities not specifically included.
- Rain jacket, insect repellent, sunscreen, or personal outdoor equipment.
Schedule
- 07:00 a.m. – Pickup in Cartagena: private pickup from your accommodation or confirmed meeting point.
- Morning – Transfer to Fundación Loros: travel approximately one hour from Cartagena to the sanctuary area.
- Wildlife sanctuary visit: learn about the rescue and rehabilitation work of Fundación Loros, with supervised care, feeding, or observation moments when appropriate for the animals.
- Horseback riding: enjoy a guided ride through the surrounding rural and forest landscape.
- UTV forest route: continue through selected trails in a UTV operated by a driver.
- Tree planting: participate in a symbolic tree planting activity to support habitat restoration.
- Snack and hydration: enjoy a traditional Colombian snack with fresh tropical juice or coffee.
- Return to Cartagena: return by private transportation after the activity.
Total duration is approximately 4 hours of activity plus transportation. The order of activities may change depending on weather, animal care needs, trail conditions, and safety decisions made by the sanctuary team.
Important Information
- Minimum participants: a minimum of 2 participants is required. Solo travelers should contact us before booking to check whether there is an open group available.
- Conservation-first experience: Fundación Loros is a wildlife rescue and rehabilitation center. Animal welfare always comes first, so some interactions, feeding moments, or routes may change depending on what is safe and appropriate that day.
- Animal encounters: feeding and close observation moments are controlled and supervised. Guests must follow all instructions and should not touch, feed, or approach animals unless explicitly permitted by sanctuary staff.
- Wildlife sightings: wild monkeys, birds, sloths, or other animals may be present in the surrounding forest, but sightings are not guaranteed because wildlife moves freely.
- UTV activity: the UTV route is guided and operated with a driver. Guests are passengers and must follow safety instructions at all times.
- Horseback riding: guests should feel comfortable around horses and follow guide instructions during the ride. Route and duration may change depending on terrain, weather, and safety conditions.
- Not recommended for: pregnant travelers or guests with significant mobility restrictions, serious back problems, knee injuries, or conditions that may be affected by horseback riding or rugged UTV trails.
- What to wear: long breathable pants and closed-toe shoes are strongly recommended for riding, walking, insects, dust, and uneven terrain.
- What to bring: bring a hat, sunscreen, eco-friendly insect repellent, sunglasses, comfortable outdoor clothing, and a small bag for personal items.
- Insurance: a valid ID or passport number is required for each guest to activate activity insurance.
- Weather and terrain: expect heat, dust, insects, humidity, and uneven terrain. Rain may affect the horseback riding route, UTV trail, activity order, or total duration.
- Cancellation policy: free cancellation is available up to 48 hours before the scheduled activity start time. Late cancellations, late arrivals, incomplete insurance information, and no-shows may be non-refundable.
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FAQ
Is Fundación Loros a zoo or a sanctuary?
Fundación Loros is a wildlife rescue and rehabilitation center focused on conservation, care, and recovery of animals affected by illegal trafficking, habitat loss, or other threats. The purpose of the visit is to support and learn about conservation work, not entertainment based on animal display.
Will I be able to feed the animals?
Sometimes, yes. Any feeding or close observation moment is guided by sanctuary staff and depends on what is appropriate for the animals that day.
Will I see monkeys in the wild?
Wild howler monkeys, capuchin monkeys, birds, sloths, or other species may be seen or heard in the surrounding forest, but sightings are not guaranteed. Wildlife moves freely and depends on season, weather, time of day, and natural behavior.
Is the UTV driven by guests?
No. The UTV route is guided and operated with a driver. Guests participate as passengers while exploring the off-road trails.
Is horseback riding suitable for beginners?
The horseback ride is designed as a guided countryside experience. Beginners may participate if they feel comfortable around horses and follow guide instructions.
Is this experience suitable for children?
It can be suitable for families and children who are comfortable with animals, outdoor terrain, heat, and guided activities. Children must be supervised by a responsible adult at all times.
What should I wear?
Wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. A hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and insect repellent are strongly recommended.
Is pickup included?
Yes. Private round-trip transportation from Cartagena is included.
How long does the experience last?
The activity lasts approximately 4 hours plus transportation time. Fundación Loros is located about one hour from Cartagena.
What information is required after booking?
A valid ID or passport number is required for each guest to activate activity insurance.
