About Program
The primatology team at the Las Piedras Amazon Center searches the canopies for the activities of the ten monkey species found in our forest. Volunteers will witness unique behaviors from capuchins, squirrel monkeys, night monkeys and more, as well as learn how to best observe, identify and understand them. The research at LPAC has a special focus on the endangered Peruvian black spider monkey (Ateles chamek), which is threatened by hunting and logging in many parts of the Amazon Rainforest. One family of spider monkeys has found a safe home in LPAC and we monitor their behavior to ensure their continued safety and make discoveries that will assist in the conservation of spider monkeys elsewhere in the Amazon.
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Program Highlights
- Identify up to ten species of Amazonian monkeys and understand their behaviors
- Get to know a family of Peruvian spider monkeys that we protect from external threats
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Location
Peru is treasured for its gastronomy, Incan history, and stunning Andes mountains. As you travel, you will notice the pride the Peruvians have for their heritage of having been not only the Incan empire but Spain's South American empire. Peru's eco-tourism is growing the quickest of any South American country. If you are looking to tap into a currently less-frequented travel destination, pick Peru.
