Tour with Interaction & Refreshment
Tour the sanctuary, pet and groom the donkeys, then a drink on the terrace
- Adults (18 and over)
- €29.00
- Kids (12–17 years)
- €15.00
- Kids (under 12)
- Free
Every donkey deserves
a softer life.
Donkey Dreamland is a rehabilitation sanctuary in Cala de Mijas, giving rescued donkeys safety, careful daily care, and the quiet they deserve.
About us
A home free from pain, in a place that stays calm.
Donkey Dreamland provides a home for donkeys free from pain and suffering, surrounded by people who offer them love and respect in a tranquil setting.
Donkeys have served people for centuries. They have worked hard, carried more than their share, and at times been abused for it. Our work is to give that back — to restore their dignity through rescue, education and patient, respectful interaction.
Nothing here is rushed. Quiet is part of the care.
What we do
Rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome where we can.
We are currently home to around 20 donkeys — a number that changes as donkeys arrive and, when the right home is found, move on.
- 01
Rescue & Assessment
Every donkey that arrives is assessed for physical health — skin, hair, hooves and weight — alongside their psychological wellbeing. It tells us where to begin.
- 02
Rehabilitation & Trust
Many arrive mistrustful after abandonment or abuse. Rebuilding that trust with gentle, unhurried interaction is the core of our daily work.
- 03
Rehoming & Sanctuary
Where a donkey can thrive in the right home, we rehome carefully. Where they cannot, they stay with us for life.
Meet the donkeys
The residents of Dreamland.
Each one arrived with a history. Portraits are being updated as we photograph the herd. Drag or swipe to browse at your own pace.
MargaritaResident 
GuapetónResident 
WilburResident 
BombónResident 
IndraResident 
DharmaResident 
RinoResident 
IndioResident 
HopeResident BrunoResident
Visit the donkeys
Spend a quiet morning with the herd.
One thing to know before you book: our paths are working hillside ground — uneven, unpaved and with steps — so the site is unfortunately not suitable for visitors with limited mobility. Sturdy closed footwear such as trainers or boots is required for every visit, and we ask that children stay within sight of a grown-up at all times.
Three ways to visit, Thursday to Sunday. Reserve your place below and pay securely by card with SumUp. Drop-ins are welcome too, though access depends on how many volunteers are on hand that day — booking is the surest way in.
Tour with Interaction & Healthy Brunch
Tour and time with the donkeys, then a traditional Andalusian brunch
- Adults (18 and over)
- €55.00
- Kids (12–17 years)
- €20.00
- Kids (4–11 years)
- €15.00
- Kids (3 years and under)
- Free
Tour with Refreshment
A personal introduction to the donkeys and their stories — no interaction
- Adults (18 and over)
- €15.00
- Kids (12–17 years)
- €7.50
- Kids (under 12)
- Free
Donate
It costs about €4,000 per donkey to keep them quiet and safe.
Feed, bedding, farrier and veterinary care for around 20 donkeys. There are six ways to support us — every one of them matters.
Become a Patron
A regular monthly gift of your choosing. Steady support is what keeps feed, bedding and veterinary care predictable.
Sponsor a Donkey
Provide for one resident who is cared for on your behalf — for yourself, or as a gift to someone you love.
Best Friend
A generous yearly donation, with invitations to meet the donkeys at special events through the year.
Corporate Sponsorship
Support the sanctuary through your company or business and become a lasting backer of our donkeys.
One-Off Donation
A single gift of your choice — ideal for a birthday or celebration. It goes straight into the daily running of the sanctuary.
Material Donation
Donate tools, feed or other items we genuinely need for the paddocks, stables and daily care.
Not sure how to help?
Tell us your budget and what you care about — we will suggest the best fit.
A little AI-powered guidance, honest and pressure-free. If nothing fits, it will say so.
Card payments are handled securely by SumUp — your card details never touch this site.
Film
A look inside the sanctuary.
Donkey Dreamland Pre Summer Party — a short film from an afternoon with our residents, volunteers and supporters.
Volunteer
Become a volunteer
Donkey Dreamland couldn't operate without a dedicated team of volunteers supporting the vast number of activities required of a working rescue centre. So why not become a volunteer and join the “Donkey Tribe”?
Whilst many volunteers take on the important role of “pooper scooper”, cleaning the paddocks and stables, plus feeding and grooming the donkeys, there are so many equally important (and often forgotten) roles.
Assist our Event Organiser
Help plan and present events at the sanctuary and at external venues — a blank canvas for your ideas.
Fund Raising and Supporter Liaison
Work with bars and restaurants near you to set up raffles and fundraising evenings for the donkeys.
Charity Stall Helper
Give a couple of hours at our La Cala de Mijas market stall, or help source quality donations to sell.
Maintenance
Fencing, shelters, shades, water leaks and weather damage — practical skills are always needed.
Donkey Welfare (Scoop the Poop!)
A daily requirement: clearing paddocks, cleaning stables and learning to help with treatments.
Join the Donkey Tribe
If you'd like to know more about what becoming a volunteer involves, or can help in any of the above areas, please complete the form and we will get back to you ASAP.