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Monarch Butterfly Reserve: Piedra Herrada Magical Valle de Bravo

By Vibe Adventures
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $269 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 12h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

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 cosy spots to enjoy a bite. Don’t miss out on this colourful 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 centre.
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).

Activity location
  • Mexico City
    • Mexico City, Mexico
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • The Angel of Independence
    • 342 Avenida Paseo de la Reforma
    • 06600, Ciudad de México, Ciudad de México, Mexico

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Private Tour
  • Activity duration is 12 hours and 30 minutes12h 30m
    12h 30m
  • English

MINIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: 1+ (the tour is 100% confirmed for any group size).
PICKUP: included: from your accommodation or any other place of choice in Mexico City (please indicate it during the booking).

TRANSPORTATION : private (just for your group).
LANGUAGE(S): Spanish & English, other languages (e.g. French, German, Italian, Portuguese) upon prior request (based on availability).

GROUP SIZE: any (only your group will participate).

Pickup included

Starting time: 7:00AM
Price details
CA $782.99 x 1 AdultCA $782.99
Total
Price is CA $782.99
Until Sat, Jan 24

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Activities.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Service of a multilingual local guide.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Round transport from Mexico City.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Non-alcoholic drinks and snacks.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal expenses.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Travel insurance.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips.

Know before you book

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • CONTACT: Please provide a valid contact phone number with the international prefix (e.g., +11111111111) as our guide may need it for pickup. Please ensure it's available on the day of the tour. Alternatively, if we cannot find and reach you, the tour will be considered a no-show.
  • SEASON & WEATHER: The butterfly sanctuaries' season runs November-March, peaking December-February. Daily sightings vary with weather - cold or rain reduces activity.
  • NOTE: The butterflies’ habitat is a natural wonder that shifts with the changing seasons and weather. Reaching the sanctuary typically takes 1 to 2 hours of hiking, depending on the butterfly location and your fitness level. The trail ascends from 2,800 to 3,400 metres (9,200–11,150 feet) in elevation, with distances ranging from 1.2 to 3 kilometres (0.75–1.86 miles) and elevation gains between 220 and 800 metres (720–2,620 feet). A moderate level of fitness is usually required. Locally available horses can be hired (at an additional cost) to assist with the steeper parts of the trail, but they only cover about half of the journey.

Activity itinerary

Mexico City
  • 2h 30m
Meet your guide and transfer to Sierra Chincua (~3-3.5 h depending on the traffic conditions), learn about the places you pass on the way, and enjoy diverse landscapes.
Piedra Herrada Sanctuary
  • 3h 15m
  • Admission ticket included
Our route leads to Piedra Herrada, one of the official Monarch Butterfly Sanctuaries, offering a front-row seat to the remarkable annual Mexico Monarch Butterfly migration, a true wonder of nature that unfolds from November to March. Optional lunch (~45 min).
Valle de Bravo
  • 2h
Transfer to Valle de Bravo (-1 hr) and visit the incredible Velo de la Novia Waterfall.
Valle de Bravo
  • 2h
Stroll in its historic centre, and try authentic local food. The heart of this magical city, mostly built in the 16th century, has it all: historical buildings, cobbled streets, markets, and more. Visit the Joaquin Arcadio Pagasa Cultural Centre, Independence Square, and more while enjoying artisanal ice cream.
Mexico City
  • 2h 30m
After a day full of adventures and new experiences, get to our vehicle and relax on the way back to Mexico City (~3-3.5 hours depending on the traffic conditions).

Location

Activity location
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    Mexico City
    • Mexico City, Mexico
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    The Angel of Independence
    • 342 Avenida Paseo de la Reforma
    • 06600, Ciudad de México, Ciudad de México, Mexico

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