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    Zoo Ave

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    #2 of 47 things to do in Alajuela
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    Zoos & Aquariums, Nature & Parks, Outdoor Activities
    La Garita de Alajuela, Alajuela 20101, Costa Rica
    +506 2433 8989
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    While educating the public about local wildlife, this zoo also breeds endangered animals for eventual release to the wild.

    About Zoo Ave

    While educating the public about local wildlife, this zoo also breeds endangered animals for eventual release to the wild.
    4.5
    644 reviews
    • Excellent53%
    • Very good36%
    • Average8%
    • Poor2%
    • Terrible1%
    Travellers talk about
    “birds and animals” (24 reviews)
    “animal rescue” (15 reviews)
    “costa rica” (76 reviews)
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    La Garita de Alajuela, Alajuela 20101, Costa Rica
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    "birds and animals"
    in 24 reviews
    "animal rescue"
    in 15 reviews
    "costa rica"
    in 76 reviews
    "zip line"
    in 18 reviews
    "la garita"
    in 9 reviews
    "entrance fee"
    in 14 reviews
    "their natural habitat"
    in 6 reviews
    "nice place to spend"
    in 5 reviews
    "well taken care"
    in 9 reviews
    "few hours"
    in 14 reviews
    "great introduction"
    in 4 reviews
    "scarlet macaws"
    in 4 reviews
    "half day trip"
    in 4 reviews
    "conservation efforts"
    in 4 reviews
    "wide variety of animals"
    in 4 reviews
    "beautiful peacocks"
    in 4 reviews
    "money goes"
    in 4 reviews
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    Ask David A about Zoo Ave General Admission Ticket
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    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Great half day trip

    We don’t usually like zoos but having been recommended to visit by our B&B owner, and having a morning to spare before flying home, we have it a go. We were so pleased we did! For ease of walking round, viewing the animals/birds and educational...More

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    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    Fantastic, so much fun and happy rescued animals

    I know it will be good but it was fantastic! A wide variety of animals and many of them free roaming ( watch out for the free huge iguanas as they sneak up on you). The $20 entrance is definitely worth it. There is also...More

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    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Zoo

    I enjoy visiting the zoo in different places because they aren’t all the same. This one is small but it is beautiful to see the animals and enjoying the day. This is such a family/friends orientated. Please go because it is worth the time !!

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    Reviewed 6 May 2018 via mobile

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    Ask Sanyika C about Zoo Ave General Admission Ticket
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    Reviewed 30 April 2018
    Great place with a care for the animals.

    I went in the week, had the place for us and it was nice to see the animals taken cared of and with a an objective of educating us.

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    Reviewed 28 April 2018

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    Ask Cousy14 about Zoo Ave General Admission Ticket
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    Reviewed 24 April 2018 via mobile
    Beautiful little zoo

    We visiter this zoo on our way to the airport and the zoo is well worth visiting. It takes about an hour to see it and you can see many of the animals of Costa Rica. The flora is also beautiful!

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    Reviewed 15 April 2018
    Animal rescue and rehab site

    This group rescues, rehabilitates, and returns animals to the wild whenever possible. The ones that cannot be returned are on display in enclosures so visitors can get up-close views. Allow time to walk through the entire park to see all the birds, monkeys, tapirs, and...More

    Ask Debbie D about Zoo Ave
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    Reviewed 11 April 2018
    Beautiful set-up and service to the animals.

    This place is an absolute treasure. The rescued animals are given rehab and returned - if possible - and are kept safe and enjoying nature if they can't. This is an incredible facility. The price reflects what they do for the animals and is well...More

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    Adrian V
    24 December 2017|
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    Response from Mariann O | Reviewed this property |
    I did not see visitors with pets. This is likely because you will see Iguanas walk across the walkways in front of you. There are Peacocks freely walking in the Zoo and Macaws out not in cages.
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    Sonia U
    18 October 2017|
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    Response from rodcortez | Reviewed this property |
    When I was there we were not able to touch them.
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