Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary Day Trip from Mexico City
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At a glance
- Duration
- 14 hours
- Price from
- $79 / person
- Location
- Mexico City, Mexico
- Rating
- 3.6 / 5 · 13 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Up to 50 people
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Mexitours
Description
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.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Sun
- Start times
- 6:30 AM and 6:45 AM
- Season
- Starts Nov 22
- Next available
- Sun, Nov 22
- Adult (ages 12–90)
- $79
- Child (ages 3–11)
- $69
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 1.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Piedra Herrada Sanctuary
To get to the sanctuary, you will take a walk through the forest and our guide will explain to you what the butterflies feed on, how they reproduce, life time among other particularities of their life and specie.
Velo de Novia Waterfall
Continuation to the Velo de Novia Waterfall, which is an impressive waterfall that is fed by the San Juan stream. It receives this name because the forms that its descent takes give the appearance of a huge white "Bridal Veil".
Valle de Bravo
Then we will visit the Magical Town of Valle de Bravo where we can see its main tourist attraction * Valle de Bravo Lake where you can currently practice water sports and enjoy incredible boat or yacht rides. It has been part of the Valle de Bravo basin since 1947, when the dam of the same name was created to trap water from the Avándaro River, which now gives its name to the lake and one of the adjacent towns.
What's included
Included
Taxes
Round trip transportation from Mexico City and professional guide
Guided visits
Tour driver
Travel insurance board unit
Not included
Tips
Nothing previously unspecified
Admission to the monarch sanctuary (pay by cash)
Food & Beverages
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.6
13 reviews
Important Information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- - The time of return may vary due to traffic situations or the number of people.
- - It is not advisable to book a tour on the same day of the departure of a flight, since we cannot be responsible for the loss of the flight, for any tour delay
- Please consider it is a shared service with bilingual guide, not exclusive English or Spanish, depending on the number of participants of each language.
- BE RESPONSIBLE If you suffer from a heart disease, food or nature allergy, when boarding immediately let your guide know to take the necessary precautions for your care. Likewise, if you experience any discomfort during the journey, let us know!
- COME COMFORTABLE Wear comfortable clothing, a light jacket for the morning and shoes suitable for hiking.
- COME PREPARED The communities do not have a card payment service, bring additional cash for personal expenses and purchases
- Comply with the provisions of each sanctuary, which are the same for everyone
- Do not bring sound devices (recorder, radio, etc.)
- Don't leave trash.
- DON'T FORGET A BATTERY FOR THE CAMERA (OR TWO)
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary Day Trip from Mexico City take?
Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary Day Trip from Mexico City lasts about 14 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary Day Trip from Mexico City cost?
Prices start at $79 per person for this Mexico City experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary Day Trip from Mexico City run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Sundays, starting at 6:30 AM and 6:45 AM.
How much does Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary Day Trip from Mexico City cost for children?
Children aged 3–11 pay from $69, adults from $79.
Can I cancel Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary Day Trip from Mexico City for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
What languages is Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary Day Trip from Mexico City offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 50 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary Day Trip from Mexico City worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.6 out of 5 across 13 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Mexitours.
Reviews(13)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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