Come meet the animals and our mission

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Be part of something truly meaningful

Volunteer with Us
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Protect vulnerable species from illegal trade

Stop Wildlife Trafficking
How you can help

Teaching future generations

Conservation Education
School & Group Tours

A full-circle journey for injured wildlife

From Rescue to Release
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Support our work to rescue, protect, and educate

Make a Difference
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Preserving the land they need to survive

Habitat Protection
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Immerse yourself in local culture, history, and nature

Beyond the Animals
Internships


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Welcome to Apami Wildlife Rescue Center

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Visit APAMI

Come walk our sanctuary trails and experience APAMI firsthand. Learn about our mission, the local culture, and the wild animals we protect — each with their own rescue story.

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Get Involved

Join us as a volunteer and become part of the rescue process. Whether you stay for a day or a month, your time supports real conservation work and lasting impact.

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Give Back

Every donation helps us heal, protect, and release Costa Rica’s wildlife. Give today and be part of something wild — and deeply meaningful.

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we're on a Mission

Every rescue, release, and tour supports our mission to protect wildlife and educate future generations.

Statistics updated as of October 30, 2025

Animals Rescued
Animals Released
Participants of the Education Program
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Habitat Matters

Forest loss threatens over half of Costa Rica’s native species. Habitat protection is at the heart of conservation. Reforestation, responsible land use, and sustainable tourism can help reverse the damage and ensure Costa Rica remains one of the most biodiverse places on Earth.

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Let Them Stay Wild

Wildlife trafficking crosses borders. At APAMI, we care for animals from Costa Rica and beyond — each with a story of survival. Through rescue and education, we work to break the cycle of captivity and help wildlife stay where they belong — in the wild.

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Every donation fuels our mission — from medical care and food to enclosure upgrades and rescue transport. Your support directly impacts lives.

Our ultimate goal is freedom. After recovery, we carefully reintroduce animals to their natural habitats where they belong. Learn how students can join us through immersive internships, gaining hands-on experience in wildlife care and conservation.

APAMI’s 20-hectare sanctuary isn’t just protected land — it’s a vibrant refuge for wildlife and a place rooted in the cultural and ecological richness of Costa Rica. Surrounded by native forest and ancestral heritage, it’s where healing happens for animals and inspiration begins for visitors.