Mexico City: Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary Day Tour
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On a day tour from Mexico City, you can discover the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary in the magical forest of Sierra Chincua and try the Michoacan gastronomy.
Highlights
- Discover the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Learn about the importance of the monarch butterflies for Mexico and the US
- Explore the magical forest of Sierra Chincua, the butterflies' winter home
- Visit the place where the photo for the 100 dollar bill was taken
- Savor the gastronomy of Michoacán and breathe in the fresh air of the forest
Description
Visit the sanctuary of the monarch butterfly on a day tour from Mexico City. Breathe in the fresh air, do some hiking, and discover the place where the photo for the 100 bill was taken. Try the gastronomy of Michoacan and discover a natural place where you can see the wonderful natural show of the butterflies.
Learn about the importance of these butterflies not just for Mexico, but the United States of America and Canada. Learn more about the history of the place and how this and other sanctuaries were created. Learn more about the situation in Mexico for activism.
Enjoy nature and discover Sierra Chincua, a magical forest chosen by the butterflies many years ago to reproduce themselves like their winter house.
Includes
Rounded Private Transportation
Entrance
Water and snack
Guided tour of the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary
Opportunity to see monarch butterflies in their natural habitat
Visit to Sierra Chincua
Insights into the importance of monarch butterflies for the ecosystem
Introduction to the history of the sanctuary and conservation efforts
Important Information
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and warm clothing
Bring water and snacks
Use biodegradable sunscreen and insect repellent
Photography is allowed, but drones are not permitted
Respect the natural habitat by not touching the butterflies or plants
Smoking and littering within the sanctuary are prohibited
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund