Discover the stories of more than 250 rescued animals
From €20 per personThe stated experience time is approximately 2 hours. The “Valid 1 day” wording and possible extension of free time are not explained.Final booking with external provider
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Family-run non-profit sanctuary

The Animal Academy · Los Alares

Discover the stories of more than 250 rescued animals

★★★★★ 250+ · 1 hr approximate guided tour
From €20 per person public rating, 336 reviews

Learn how The Animal Academy rescues, rehabilitates and cares for donkeys, goats, horses, sheep, pigs and other farm animals at a family-run sanctuary in Fuerteventura.

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✔ Hear about the project and the animals' stories during a guided visit.
✔ Explore the sanctuary at your own pace during the free-time section.
✔ Experience respectful contact: each animal decides whether to approach.
✔ Arrange your own journey and bring water, sun protection and comfortable clothing.

Quick summary before booking

Who is it for?

  • Learning about an animal rescue project
  • Hearing the stories of rehabilitated animals
  • Taking a respectful visit without forced contact
  • Supporting a non-profit sanctuary through admission

How long does it take?

The stated experience time is approximately 2 hours. The “Valid 1 day” wording and possible extension of free time are not explained.

What's included?

  • Guided tour lasting around one hour
  • Commentary about the project and animals
  • Free time to explore the sanctuary

Is it worth it?

This is a good fit if you value animal welfare, rescue stories and a simple visit with substantial spoken content. It may not suit you if you want included transport, extensive facilities or guaranteed animal interaction.

💡 TourBookGo tip

Bring water before arriving, along with sun protection and comfortable shoes. Confirm the meeting point, time and language on GetYourGuide, and check your insurance if driving on unpaved roads.

Discover a purposeful projectThe visit introduces a family-run non-profit sanctuary caring for animals affected by abuse, abandonment or neglect.
Hear genuine rescue storiesThe opening section focuses on the project and the stories of animals living at the sanctuary.
Explore at your own paceAfter the guided tour, you have free time to walk around, although the possible length of this section is not clearly defined.
Let the animals chooseYou may stroke only animals that approach voluntarily; contact is never forced and animals are not brought out for interaction.

📖 What happens during the visit

The experience begins with a guided tour lasting around one hour. The team introduces The Animal Academy and shares stories about some of the more than 250 farm animals in its care.

You can then explore independently. The stated total duration is approximately two hours, although the source also says free time may continue as long as desired without clarifying the limit.

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Introduction to the rescue, rehabilitation and care project.

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Stories involving donkeys, goats, horses, sheep, pigs and other animals.

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Free time afterwards to observe the sanctuary at your own pace.

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Every encounter is led by the animal: you may stroke it only if it chooses to approach.

Discover the stories of more than 250 rescued animals
Plan your journey before setting out Getting there

A sanctuary, not a petting zoo

Animals are not required to interact with visitors and are not brought out to create contact. Feeding and riding them are prohibited.

Do not bring food or treats because some animals have allergies or intolerances. Pets are not permitted, except assistance dogs.

Animal rescue Guided visit Voluntary interaction Non-profit project

What travellers value

Every encounter is led by the animal: you may stroke it only if it chooses to approach.

Reviews particularly praise the guides' passion, friendliness and knowledge, the care given to the animals and the meaningful nature of the experience.

250+animals cared for
2 hrsapproximate duration
1 hrapproximate guided tour
5.0/5public rating, 336 reviews

🗣️ What travellers value

The guiding team

Reviews frequently mention the team's passion, welcoming manner and knowledge.

Animal care

Travellers highlight the animals' care and the impact of hearing their rescue stories.

Come prepared

A summary of 138 verified reviews says some visitors would have welcomed clearer advance information about the limited facilities and the need to bring water.

How to prepare for your visit

You must travel there independently along dirt roads that the provider describes as suitable for all vehicles. If driving, check whether your insurance covers travel away from paved roads.

The setting is isolated, and some reviews say there is no café or similar place to buy drinks. Bring water, comfortable footwear, sunscreen, a sun hat and sunglasses.

Discover the stories of more than 250 rescued animals
Bring what you need for an isolated setting Preparation
Discover the stories of more than 250 rescued animals
Discover the stories of more than 250 rescued animals
Discover the stories of more than 250 rescued animals
Discover the stories of more than 250 rescued animals

Price and booking

A sanctuary visit from €20 per person

From €20 per person

The booking includes the guided tour, commentary and free time. Pickup, transfers and transportation are not included. Confirm the final price and chosen option on GetYourGuide.

DurationApproximately 2 hours; the listing also shows “Valid 1 day” without explaining the difference.
LanguagesEnglish on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; Spanish on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
AccessibilityListed as wheelchair accessible, with no detailed information about the route.
ArrivalIndependent travel; the meeting point and start time depend on the selected option.
CancellationFree up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
PaymentOption to reserve without paying immediately.
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Who is this experience for?

It suits visitors who want to learn about animal rescue and listen carefully to the animals' stories without expecting forced or guaranteed contact.

The tour depends heavily on spoken commentary. It may be difficult for babies, very young children or anyone who does not understand the selected language well. No minimum age or specific child policy is stated.

Travellers interested in animal welfare Visitors who value local non-profit projects People comfortable with extensive spoken commentary Those able to arrange their own transport to Los Alares
Discover the stories of more than 250 rescued animals
Respect shapes every encounter Animal welfare

❓ Frequently asked questions

How long is The Animal Academy tour?
The total duration is listed as approximately 2 hours, including around one hour of guided touring followed by free time. The listing also says “Valid 1 day” and does not clarify whether staying longer extends the visit.
Can I touch or feed the animals?
You may stroke only animals that approach voluntarily. Feeding, bringing food or treats, and riding the animals are prohibited.
How do I reach the sanctuary?
You must make your own way along dirt roads that the provider describes as suitable for all vehicles. Confirm the exact meeting point and check your insurance coverage for travel away from paved roads.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
The activity is listed as wheelchair accessible, but detailed conditions along the route are not provided. Confirm specific requirements through GetYourGuide.
What should I bring?
Bring water, comfortable footwear and clothing, sunglasses, a sun hat and sunscreen. Some reviews mention limited facilities and no café.

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A visit with context

Discover the sanctuary while respecting each animal's pace

The Animal Academy offers an introduction to animal rescue through commentary, individual stories and quiet observation.

Check the option, language, start time and meeting point before travelling there independently.

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