In Appreciation...

“The sloths are so amazing there are no words for these beautiful animals. Thank you Aviarios Sloth Sanctuary (Luis & Judy) for teaching respect for these sentient beings”.

Deanna Dacus, Ft. Collins, CO

“You are very fortunate to be near these beautiful animals (cuddle factor 100%). Thanks for sharing” A. Huizer, Holland

“Wonderful canoe ride – lovely and informative nature walk! Sloths are cuddly-looking – thank you for helping them survive us!” Ron & Teresa Hazday, Columbus, OH

“Can you send me the form to adopt-a-sloth? I am very interested in contributing to your project. I waited my whole life for today...loved it all. Great staff. Please send more info!  Wonderful, wonderful day!” Sue Taylor, Dawson, Yukon

“It is a gift you are sharing and knowledge you are spreading. Thank you!” Alyssa Polacsek, Brooklyn, NY

“We are so pleased to have found the wonderful place you have here! The grounds and people are beautiful and the work you are doing with the sloths is truly inspirational. Thank you for sharing this with us – we have been moved by their plight & your efforts & we look forward to supporting an “adoption” in the very near future. Blessings to you all. Jacobs Family (Simon, Lura, Lela & Jule, Surry, NH

“Cali and Jeff were a great tour team, a yin and yang match made in sloth heaven!” Greg Kelly & Janice Akge, Chapel Hill, USA

“What a wonderful place! Love radiates all over, it’s blissful. Thank you for your dedicated work for the sloths, the planet, and for us!” Michal and Shanti

“You are doing some amazing work. A beautiful and humbling experience. Thank you to all [those] that showed us around!” Kate Pearce, London Zoo

“Truly excellent experience! What amazing work you are doing for the sloths and other little creatures. Would love to come and volunteer for a few months if work in UK permits. Thanks so much for showing me around, keep up the fantastic work!” Jane Harvey, London Zoo

“Es un privilegio que pocos tienen. Yo he sido premiado! Que duro labor. Adelante, adelante….” Cesia Ojos Miranda, España

“What a life changing experience.” April and Crystal Ruiz,

“The world thanks you for all your work with these fantastic creatures.” Elizabeth & Barbara Jones,

“Amazing! Came to Costa Rica just for this. Thank you!”  Anna & Adrian Garcia, Gallup, NM

“Thank you for educating people on the beauty of the sloths as well as the delicate situation of the rainforests & the necessity to the future of the sloths...and therefore humanity.” Dorothy Austin, Mississauga, Canada

“This is such a worthwhile undertaking: I’m hooked & I’ll spread the word.” Claire A. Trimer, formerly of Newport News, VA, now our Permanent Resident Volunteer!!

“For 10 years I have been dreaming about visiting and meeting Buttercup – this really is a dream come true! The setting is gorgeous and the tours very informative, & naturally the sloths...to die for! Sadge, the Weimeraner is adorable with her permanent coconut! The canoe guide Cali was super and very kind and knowledgeable. I am so happy in your (everyone’s) efforts & assistance in making this earth a peaceful and safe habitat for all. Many, many thanks & good luck in all your endeavors!” Anne Koch, USA

“This was worth traveling halfway around the world for!! I’m glad that the sloths have you all to champion their survival and to elevate their image. As you have said so many times “sloth is beautiful”, and most importantly “slow & steady wins the race”, hopefully of survival. Thanks and all best for all your future efforts.” Bijwajit, Singapore

“Everything from animal care to public presentation to physical environment to education done with excellence.” Joan Ardrey

“It has been great to be back after 10 years and to see all the changes that have taken place. But it’s the same friendly place we remember, but even more so!” Doug & Wendy Cooper, UK

“Luis, Jud, and all, thank you for what you are doing! It has been a great lesson for our family. A lesson of how a dream for life and for the truth of diversity comes true. Good luck. We will spread the word, and may pursue our own dreams ourselves. Merci! And Luis, muchas gracias por las conversaciones ricas y calurosos! Thank you for the warm welcoming.” The Debatys family

“What lucky animals to have found you!” Toby Mara, USA