Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary Private Tour from Mexico City

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(24 reviews)
Mexico City, Mexico

8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

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.

What's Included

Local Guide in Sanctuary
Hotel pickup and drop-offfrom hotels located in Mexico city central area.
Public Entrance
Private guide
Private transportation
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Horse ride
Hotel pickup and drop-off from hotels located outside Mexico city central area.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

WE PICK UP ALL CUSTOMERS FROM HOTELS LOCATED IN THE MEXICO CITY CENTRAL

AREA. OUT OF THIS AREA, PICK UP WILL HAVE AN EXTRA CHARGE (200 PESOS WHICH WILL

BE PAID DIRECTLY TO OUR GUIDE) OR WE CAN MET CLIENTS IN A MEETING POINT.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
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    Every year Monarch butterfly travel around 3200 miles to spend the winter in the forests of Mexico. On this period, when we have these amazing guests, forests turn into orange color.

    2 hours Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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