Timeline
17:26
Pilpintuwasi Butterfly Farm & Amazon Animal Orphanage
Arrive at Pilpintuwasi Butterfly Farm & Amazon Animal Orphanage. Spend time exploring the butterfly life cycle exhibits and visiting the orphanage to see the rescued anteaters, monkeys, tapirs, and Pedro Bello the Jaguar.
17:56
Pilpintuwasi Butterfly Farm & Amazon Animal Orphanage
Find a quiet spot within the farm grounds or near the Nanay River front to settle in. Wait for the sky to change color as the sun begins its descent toward the WSW.
18:11
Pilpintuwasi Butterfly Farm & Amazon Animal Orphanage
Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW, casting golden light across the Amazon landscape and the wildlife around you.
Local tip
Pilpintuwasi is located on the Nanay River Front near the village of Padre Cocha. It is about 20 minutes by boat from Bellavista-Nanay. Boats run all day, so check the route for your return journey after the sun goes down.
Check before you go
- Opening hours are Tu-Su 09:00-16:00. Ensure you arrive before 16:00 to enter the farm and enjoy the sunset view from the grounds.
- Sunset times vary by season: 18:11 in January, 17:53 in April, 17:56 in July, and 17:44 in October.
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