This is a sanctuary for endangered spider monkeys. They have saved them from just horrible…read moreconditions and you can tell they really love and take good care of them. After they tell you what to expect and what not to do .. you get in the a cage with the monkeys. They come to you and often climb all over you .. play with your hair. Sometime they sit on your lap or hug you. It was just the best experience. You shouldn't wear glasses, flip flops, earrings ect .. monkeys will take them .. but they tell you this. The cost of this is not cheap but getting there is usually the tough part .. and it's not the easiest place to find. Theres a road by the on ramp it becomes a dirt road with lots of pot holes and brush sticking out in the road. We have been here twice and both times very concerned that we were on the correct road ... no sign of road name. was a bit concerned going into a jungle road .. Mexico don't have the reputation for being a safe place. once i got to the Jungle place monkey sanctuary I felt totally safe and at ease. I'd recommend going early to make sure you can find it and because you can walk around .. the monkeys came up to me and were curious. They were in a cage but we held hands and fun to watch them. all the funds go to saving more monkeys. Plus if you are staying at an all inclusive they appreciate donations of fruit. Heidi and her husband are totally devoted to these monkeys and they use your camera to take pics for you .. you can't bring a camera in the cage .. as the monkeys would take it from you. But you will want pics of your visit. I'd say this was a once in a lifetime experience but I've been there twice and will come back for more. book this before your visit as they are hard to reach and they only allow limited amounts of people and only certain days .. they don't want the monkeys to be overwhelmed or exposed to too many people. The groups that go in to the cage are rather small .. around 10-14.

What an amazing and fun experience. This couple rescue…read morespider monkeys and give them a good loving home. Around 120 monkeys! They have one little brat monkey - the first one been born at the Sanctuary , She is total brat but very fun to meet. A must do while you are in Cancun.'

Cesar is a great guide. We loved interacting with the animals that have been rescued from homes,…read moreinjuries, and circus life. Learned a lot and loved getting to jump in the underground cenote at the end. Feels good to support the work they are doing.

I was so impressed by this facility and the care for the animals. Caesar was our guide for the…read moreexperience and he was charming, answered all of our questions, and had a caring rapport with the animals. He was careful to keep everyone safe, humans included. He was respectful of the critters, taught us about their history, needs and prospects for release. Regard for nature was demonstrated throughout. The cenote was fantastic, refreshing and beautiful.

Wonderful rescue shelter on the island. Not many shelters I know of let you help walk the dogs and…read moreget to sit and pet them. The origin story is wonderful and I am glad I got to bring my kids to experience some love and good intentions.

We did the last tour of the day for the sanctuary. We were very lucky to get the tour guide that…read morewe had. We were paired up with a French family and the on site researcher was the only one that spoke French. Which meant we got a true in-depth tour of all the research being done at the sanctuary with students. He spoke about each monkey being rescued and what habits were being worked on with each monkey. We had a great time and all the students were great.

From the owner: Our Sanctuary is a place where you can find a great variety of primates and other rescued animals…read more From the majestic and emblematic spider monkey to beautiful rescued capuchin monkeys and ring-tailed lemurs from the faraway lands of Madagascar. Our biggest success is becoming a home for rescued and donated animals of many other species such as goats, deer, and macaws. Our main goal is to make sure that rescued and donated animals receive the necessary care and attention. Many of the animals living in the sanctuary come from very poor conditions, working for circuses and other attractions.