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3-Day Private Guided Tour of Monarch Butterflies in Michoacan

Recommended by 96% of travelers
Zihuatanejo, Mexico
  • 3 days (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

The monarch butterfly is famous for its migration, which is said to be one of the most fascinating phenomenons of the natural world. Witness the spectacle, which originates in southern Canada and the U.S. and ends in central Mexico, on this three-day trip from Zihuatanejo; explore the colonial towns of Pátzcuaro, Santa Clara del Cobre, and Morelia along the way.
  • Nature lovers will want to witness this natural phenomenon
  • Accommodations for two nights are included in the price
  • Enjoy the personalized attention of a private tour
  • Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private transportation
  • Breakfast (2)
    Breakfast

    Meeting and Pickup

    You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

    Pickup points

    Select a pickup point

    Pickup details

    This tour is only available on November 15th to March 20th

    or

    Meeting point

    • C. Adelita 40, Playa la Madera, 40894 Zihuatanejo, Gro., Mexico

      In the street adelita number 40, right in front of house Bella, next to the dentist judit

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Operating hours
    .7:00 am

    Itinerary

    Day 1

    Zihuatanejo - Patzcuaro - Copper town - Morelia

    3 Stops

    1

    Patzcuaro

    3 hours Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Santa Clara del Cobre

    3 hours Admission Ticket Included

    3

    Morelia

    10 hours Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Rymma Hotel, a 3-star hotel.

    Meals: Not included

    Day 2

    Agangueo - Monarch Butterflies Sanctuary - Morelia

    3 Stops

    1

    Angangueo

    6 hours Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Santuario de la Mariposa Monarca

    4 hours Admission Ticket Included

    3

    Catedral de Morelia

    30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

    Accommodation: Rymma Hotel, a 3-star hotel.

    Meals: Breakfast

    Day 3

    Morelia - Patzcuaro = Zihuatanejo

    3 Stops

    1

    Morelia

    9 hours Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Catedral de Morelia

    15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    3

    Mercado de Dulces Y Artesanias Morelia

    30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Not included

    Meals: Breakfast

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Infant seats available
    • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
    • Most travelers can participate
    • The altitude is very high which can make breathing a bit difficult. Depending on the time of year, the trail in the sanctuary may include some inclines.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Reviews

    4.9
    based on 23 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    From $640.00

    per person

    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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