Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary Private Tour from Mexico City
The annual Monarch butterfly migration is one of nature’s great spectacles and a top attraction for visitors to Mexico’s central highlands. From 60 million to one billion Monarch butterflies goes from eastern Canada to central Mexico for more than 2,500 miles. The Monarch butterflies spend their winter hibernation clustered in small areas of the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve. Your tour begins with hotel pick-up in Mexico City followed by a scenic 2-hour drive to the Piedra Herrada Sanctuary. Upon arrival, a local guide will lead you on an approximately 1-hour hike through mountain trails with beautiful views. At the observation area, you’ll experience thousands of butterflies flying, resting on the trees, and filling the forest with vibrant movement. Visitor time is regulated to protect the habitat. After the visit, you may enjoy a traditional meal at a nearby restaurant (optional), before returning to Mexico City.
Monarch Butterfly Reserve: Piedra Herrada Magical Valle de Bravo
Experience the Monarch Butterfly Mexico Reserve and discover Piedra Herrada, one of the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve‘s sanctuaries, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2008. Later, stop at Valle de Bravo to wander its charming cobbled streets, markets, squares, parks, and numerous cozy spots to enjoy a bite. Don’t miss out on this colorful flight! Highlights Discover one of the sanctuaries of the UNESCO-listed Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve. Experience in your flesh one of the most spectacular natural phenomena and learn all about these unique insects from a local guide. Visit Valle de Bravo and walk down its beautiful cobbled streets from the 16th century in its historic center. Make a stop at the Folk Art Museum and get to know about Mexico's artistic heritage. Visit a breathtaking waterfall. You will spend the time of the tour purely on its activities and sightseeing: no visits to souvenir shops and restaurants (unless you ask).
Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary Day Trip from Mexico City
06:45 Meeting point at Barceló Reforma Hotel 10:00 Visit the Piedra Herrada Sanctuary at Valle de Bravo, located in the largest state of Mexico. Monarch Butterfly is arriving each fall on Mexican soil when they start its migration from Canada and the United States. We will also visit the Bridal Veil waterfall, impressive waterfall that feeds the river San Juan. Named because the forms they take their descent give the appearance of an enormous white "Bridal Veil". Also enjoy a walk through the streets of Valle de Bravo famous for its typical architecture, traditional and colonial and attracts many tourism 21:00 Hrs Approximately we arrive at the Hotel Barcelo Reforma Recommendations: Wear comfortable shoes and clothes, a sweatshirt or jacket, go for breakfast or take something for breakfast on the way, bring cash since at the sanctuary the only form of payment is cash in case you want to buy something, a camera.
7 Day-Monarch Butterfly Ecofriendly Tour in Mexico
Enjoy a 7-day tour from Mexico City and have a breathtaking experience as you witness the monarch butterfly migration. See one of the most incredible journeys of nature while you also enjoy the outdoors and explore parts of the Mexico City. This is a great mix of nature and culture to give you a truly memorable time.