{"id":42031,"date":"2025-10-06T17:50:21","date_gmt":"2025-10-06T22:50:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/?p=42031"},"modified":"2025-10-06T18:18:35","modified_gmt":"2025-10-06T23:18:35","slug":"monkey-island-adventure-amazon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dreamy.tours\/en\/blog\/monkey-island-adventure-amazon\/","title":{"rendered":"Monkey Island: Adventure in the Amazon"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Monkey Island of Iquitos, also known as Monkey Island, is a 450-hectare sanctuary. It is dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating primates victimized by illegal trafficking and deforestation. Founded in 1997 by locals like Gilberto, this paradise is home to seven species of Amazon monkeys. You can find species such as the spider<\/strong>, howler<\/strong>, woolly<\/strong>, and tamarin<\/strong> here. They roam freely in a reforested habitat with over 70 types of fruit trees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is not a zoo. It’s a center where monkeys are prepared to return to the jungle. You can observe them up close, but always with respect. Many approach curiously, yet the focus remains on responsible conservation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At Dreamy Tours<\/strong>, we integrate visits to this monkey island into our Amazon tours from Iquitos<\/a><\/strong>. Speedboats depart from the port and take you to the island after a 30-45 minute ride. If you prefer the south, a similar spot exists near Puerto Maldonado<\/a><\/strong> on the Madre de Dios River. This location is perfect for an Amazon tour that combines animal rescue with hiking. I remember one group that interacted with rehabilitated orphan monkeys. Their laughter upon seeing them play was unforgettable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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