
Amazon Rescue Center - Manatees Conservation Center Admission Ticket
Traveler rating
4.4/5
Based on 52 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Amazon Rescue Center - Manatees Conservation Center Admission Ticket worth booking?
Amazon Rescue Center - Manatees Conservation Center Admission Ticket is a 1-hour experience in Iquitos, Peru, from $8 per person. It scores 65 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 52 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 65 / 100
- Rating
- 4.4/5 (52)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $8 per person
Visit us just outside Iquitos city and get ready to know the most noble specie of the amazon, The Amazonian Manatee. We rescue, recovery and release endangered wildlife with the support of our educational program that ai
What you get
About this experience
Visit us just outside Iquitos city and get ready to know the most noble specie of the amazon, The Amazonian Manatee. We rescue, recovery and release endangered wildlife with the support of our educational program that aims to raise awareness between tourist and locals. Each visit lasts approximately an hour. In addition, during your tour, one of our guide will teach you everything you should know about the rehabilitation process. Process which is vital in order to prepare the animals to be released into the wild.
What's included
Included
- Professional guide
- Entrance fee
Not included
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch
- Food and drinks
What you'll see and do
Amazon Rescue Center
Amazon Rescue Center (CREA) is a conservation project that works in partnership with The Dallas World Aquarium Zoo and the Research Institute of the Peruvian Amazon. Located 30 minutes from Iquitos downtown by tuk tuk or 1 hour by bus, CREA offers you the possibility to experience the real conservation in the Peruvian Amazon. The species in the rescue center were rescued from different places where kept illegally in captivity. After the rehabilitation, they are released to their natural habitat. So far CREA has released 23 manatees, 2 pink dolphins, anteaters, sloths, turtles and other animals. One of our guides will explain you the rehabilitation process in the different areas we have such as: Reptiles (yellow spotted river turtle, tortoise), monkeys, birds and manatees. You will also visit our interpretation center "The flooded forest" with real size fiber glass statues of the main aquatic species of the amazon. The tour lasts an hour, you will walk through our path in the forest where you can learn more about the Amazonian.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Iquitos
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Centro de Rescate Amazónico / Amazon Rescue Center
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Outdoor clothes.
- Mosquito repellent.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 18
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 65
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Amazon Rescue Center - Manatees Conservation Center Admission Ticket: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Iquitos.
How much does Amazon Rescue Center - Manatees Conservation Center Admission Ticket cost?
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Prices start at $8 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Iquitos usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Amazon Rescue Center - Manatees Conservation Center Admission Ticket take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Iquitos is not rushed.
Is Amazon Rescue Center - Manatees Conservation Center Admission Ticket worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 52 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Iquitos, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Amazon Rescue Center - Manatees Conservation Center Admission Ticket?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Amazon Rescue Center - Manatees Conservation Center Admission Ticket suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Amazon Rescue Center - Manatees Conservation Center Admission Ticket?
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Around 18 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Iquitos can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Iquitos and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Amazon Rescue Center - Manatees Conservation Center Admission Ticket start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Iquitos within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Iquitos?
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On Outty we rank every Iquitos experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include 4 days 3 nights on the banks of the Amazon River, Amazing Jungle 3Days 2Nights - Amazon Wonder Expeditions, Belen Market and La Venecia Loretana Tour With A Local Guide. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Iquitos?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Iquitos?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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