Antigua's Donkey Sanctuary
Visit Antigua's Donkey Sanctuary in Bethesda: a loving home for rescued donkeys, offering a unique and heartwarming experience for all animal lovers.
A heartwarming sanctuary in Bethesda, Antigua, providing a safe haven for over 150 donkeys. Operated by the Antigua & Barbuda Humane Society, the sanctuary offers visitors a unique opportunity to interact with these gentle animals, learn about their history on the island, and support their care through donations.
A brief summary to Antigua's Donkey Sanctuary Humane Society
- 26XQ+GR3, Unnamed Road, Bethesda, AG
- +1268-461-4957
- Visit website
- Tuesday 10 am-3 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-3 pm
- Thursday 10 am-3 pm
- Friday 10 am-3 pm
- Saturday 10 am-3 pm
Local tips
- The sanctuary is open Tuesday to Saturday, from 10 am to 3 pm. Consider visiting during these hours to fully enjoy the experience.
- Admission is free, but donations are greatly appreciated to support the care and feeding of the donkeys.
- Bring carrots or apples to treat the donkeys! They love the attention and snacks.
- Wear comfortable shoes, as you'll be walking around the paddock area.
Getting There
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Taxi
From St. John's, a taxi is a convenient way to reach the Donkey Sanctuary. Taxis are readily available at the airport, hotels, and popular tourist spots. The ride to Bethesda takes approximately 30-40 minutes. Confirm the fare with the driver before starting your journey. Expect to pay around US$30-40 for a one-way trip. Remember that fares are fixed by the government.
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Public Transport
To reach the Donkey Sanctuary by public transport, first, take a bus from St. John's East Bus Station towards the east side of the island. Buses heading to places like Willikies or Seatons will pass near Bethesda. Inform the driver you're going to Bethesda. The bus fare from St. John's to Bethesda is approximately EC$3 (US$1.15). From the main road, there is a short walk (approximately 15-20 minutes) along a dirt road to the sanctuary. Note that bus schedules can be infrequent and somewhat unreliable.
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Driving
If driving from St. John's, take Sir George Walter Highway towards the east. Continue onto the main road towards Bethesda. The journey is approximately 20-30 minutes. Once in Bethesda, follow the signs to the Donkey Sanctuary. The last stretch of the road leading to the sanctuary is a gravel/dirt path. There is free parking available at the sanctuary.
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