Around the year 1500 the Spanish brought the donkey to Aruba. Equus Asinus, the donkey, originates from Africa and migrated with the silk route to the Mediterranean. They can be distinguished by the stripe it has running from the ears to the tail, crossing at the shoulders.
The donkey played an important role in the Aruban economy since the beginning and was used as a way of transportation. Water distribution was one of their daily tasks
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Dolores Geerman 1950
Transport water
Pos Mahuma 1907
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Pos Seroe Preto, San Nicolas 1945
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Pos Ayo
Selling the water down town Oranjestad
Replaced by cars
French Men's Pass 1930
At work
1964 at the Aloe plant/factory
Donkeys at work
When there was no need for donkeys anymore, one by one was set free...
They could survive very well in this climate. The donkey is a desert animal and can do without water, if necessary, for 4 days. Adjusted to the local flora, they eat cactus, leaves from almost all the trees and of course the kwihi bean which they really love!
The car, who replaced them, became their mortal enemy. Hence the foundation Save our Donkeys was established April 14, 1997. The first donkeys come from Pos Chiquito where they kept crossing the main road and were being hit by cars. Another reason for our foundation: mistreatment by men.
Nowadays there are fortunately between 30 to 35 donkeys walking around free. They live in groups of 2 to 16 animals. Donkeys are the largest "wild animals" in Aruba, and are no problem at all, as long as they do not endanger traffic.
At this moment we know 1 large group consisting of 10 animals. This group can be found in the neighborhood of the Seroe Colorado
There are, however, some dangers for them:
At the donkey sanctuary, ill, maltreated and weak donkeys are daily taken care of by volunteers. This is done thanks to fundraising activities, donations and the adoption program
Postal Address:
Seroe Alejandro 6, Savaneta, Aruba Dutch Caribbean
Visiting address: Bringamosa 2-Z (Sanctuary Open every day from 9am - 4pm except January 1st)
Founded 14th April 1997
Chamber of Commerce#: S365
Bank information Aruba:
Aruba Bank 40.03.025 Swift code: ARUBAWAX
RBC Bank 7700000080458447
Since 2011 donations to charity are deduct-able from the IB taxes on Aruba. Please ask for a receipt or letter with the amount mentioned you donated to the Donkey Sanctuary Aruba
Bank information Netherlands:
Ing Bank NL50INGB0665468202 This bank account is under Mw. Eldering h.o.d.n. Stichting Red Onze Ezel Aruba
SWIFT Code: INGBNL2A
Go to ANBI in the menu to download our foundation papers, policy plan or financial reports since 2013
Would you like to celebrate a birthday party at the sanctuary? You can have a party form 4pm to 6pm with your invited friends. The sanctuary is located at Sta Lucia by the Ayo Rock Formations.
The sanctuary sells drinks, snacks, candy & ice cream. We do NOT provide a birthday cake.
Plastic candy bags in the shape of a carrot are available for Afl 0,50 each. A small gift from our shop is also a nice idea to give the children as a memory of a special day.
We will decorate our porch and give the birthday person a birthday hat.
The friends help to clean, feed and...
..groom the donkeys.
A few games are available like a marble game and pin the tail on the donkey game....
Donkey rides are available on Ban Ban one of our original and very gentle donkeys.
We ask for a donation of Afl 15,- including 2 drinks per child and also for the birthday child.
For more information about the party, please contact Desiree Eldering at 5841063 or 5932933 or send an e-mail to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Send your own invitation to all your friends. Use “send e-Card” (greetings) from the navigation bar
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Animal Rights Aruba (ARA) is a non-profit Animal Welfare Organisation that aims to protect all Fauna, Flora and Marine Life on and around the Island of Aruba.
Need a place to stay on Aruba? Mimi, our dedicated volunteer and Board Member has apartmens for rent. Check out her website:
http://www.mimisarubanapartments.com
Contreras Veterinary Services:
Vets, Ricardo, Andreina, Stefanie and all their assistents take care of all our donkeys. whenever necessary they come to the sanctuary or to any other place if needed.
Visit Yessy's gallery (stray dogs & cats) www.convetaruba.com/gallery
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Fluffy Paws Exclusive Dog Grooming Salon
is located in the heart of Oranjestad, capital of our beautiful Island Aruba. This exclusive dog grooming slaon is owned by Clarice Holma, who has more than a decade of grooming experience and a lifetim of passion for dogs and horses. She is an internationally accredited Certified Profession Groomer graduated at JKL Training Academy. Not only is she highly qualified and experienced but has a lot of love for dogs. And this is what it ultimately comes down to. The treatment your dog will get is very personal and exclusive, using only high quality grooming products and equipment. We are also specialized in breed trims. Other services include, bathing, trimming, nailclipping, earcleaning, express brushing and many more.
For more information, fun facts and how we can pamper your pet and make him look beautiful, visit our website:
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Take Route 4a from the hotels and follow this road for 14 km, pass all the circles/roundabouts until you see a sign for the French Men’s Pass. Make a left turn onto the French Men’s Pass, then 1st left, 2nd right. On that dirt road you will find the Donkey Sanctuary after about 200 meters.
If you have a GPS device, navigate to these coordinates:  N 12°48.974’  W 069°96.642’  This will bring you to the entrance of the Donkey Sanctuary.
Or use Google Maps Directions
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