Monkey Island
Isla de los Monos
A primate rescue island about one hour downriver from Iquitos on the Amazon, where more than ten species of rescued monkeys roam freely and often approach visitors.
Monkey Island is a small island in the Amazon River, about one hour by speedboat downriver from Iquitos. It is run by a local conservation group and houses monkeys rescued from the illegal pet trade, including woolly monkeys, squirrel monkeys and capuchins. They live freely in the island's rainforest. A guide leads visitors around, who can observe the monkeys up close, but must follow staff instructions to keep glasses and personal belongings secure. It is usually combined with an Amazon river cruise, and there is a fee for entry.
Opening hours
Daytime (follows cruise itinerary)
Nearby sights
- Puerto Bellavista Nanay
- Bora Native Community (San Andrés)
- Ayapua Historic Ship Museum
- Casa Morey
- Pilpintuwasi Butterfly Farm & Animal Orphanage
- Plaza de Armas & Iquitos Cathedral
- Casa de Fierro
- Museum of Indigenous Amazonian Cultures