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Nowadays there are fortunately between 40 to 50 donkeys walking around free. They live in groups of 2 to 126 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 12 animals. This group can be found in the neighborhood of the Seroe Colorado

donkey group

There are, however, some dangers for them:

Cars and trucks knock them down
Their natural habitats disappear, as many houses are being built
Wells dry up or are poisoned
Maltreatment by people

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

Thanks to our sponsors!

Directions

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 into 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.

Opening hours:

Every day open 9 am - 4 pm.
Closed only on Januari 1st.

Need transportation to get there?

Taxi Address Service +297 587 9900

Come visit the Donkey Sanctuary Aruba

Thanks to our sponsors!

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