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Puerto Vallarta Avian and Butterfly Extravaganza
5.0
14 Ratings
Puerto Vallarta
Highlights
• Guide specialized in Butterflies and birds
• Binoculars and telescope available.
• Personal bird list and release a butterfly
• Identification material
• Small groups
We go for the Riverbanks, south from our office, while watching the local birdlife. Continue to the Butterfly conservation program.
Highlights
• Guide specialized in Butterflies and birds
• Binoculars and telescope available.
• Personal bird list and release a butterfly
• Identification material
• Small groups
We go for the Riverbanks, south from our office, while watching the local birdlife. Continue to the Butterfly conservation program.
Duration:
5 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Ecotours Vallarta / Dive Shop - Embark on our bird-watching journey along the River, a location that boasts 250 bird species, earning it the tenth spot for reported species in the state of Jalisco, as documented by citizen science. Noteworthy species in this area include the russet-crowned motmot, rose-throated becard, elegant quail, Mexican…
- Ecotours Vallarta / Dive Shop - Embark on our bird-watching journey along the River, a location that boasts 250 bird species, earning it the tenth spot for reported species in the state of Jalisco, as documented by citizen science. Noteworthy species in this area include the russet-crowned motmot, rose-throated becard, elegant quail, Mexican parrotlet, and orange-fronted parakeet.
Transitioning from avian wonders to the enchanting realm of butterflies, the Butterfly Sanctuary in Puerto Vallarta offers a captivating journey into the world of these delicate creatures. “Mariposario Jardín Mágico” truly lives up to its name, serving as a magical haven for over 30 local butterfly species.
Beyond the sheer enjoyment of witnessing these winged wonders in their natural habitat, the sanctuary serves as an invaluable educational resource, inspiring visitors to appreciate and understand the importance of conserving fragile ecosystems. By immersing oneself in this enchanting sanctuary, one can’t help but develop a deeper connection to the natural world and a renewed sense of stewardship for its preservation.
What's Included
- Checklist to Identification of birds
- Breakfast
- Binoculars and telescope available
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Conservation fee for Mariposario
- Snacks
- Tea and coffee
- Checklist to Identification of birds
- Breakfast
- Binoculars and telescope available
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Conservation fee for Mariposario
- Snacks
- Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Hotel pick up/ Dropp off
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Hotel pick up/ Dropp off
Additional Information
- Most walks are not difficult, but some moderate walks on natural trails or unpaved roads will be necessary.
- All participants must be able to walk on their own for short distances over natural or unpaved trails.
- Most walks are not difficult, but some moderate walks on natural trails or unpaved roads will be necessary.
- All participants must be able to walk on their own for short distances over natural or unpaved trails.
Location
Ecotours Vallarta / Dive Shop
Proa
Tell to the driver you are going to Ecotours office to Calle Proa, location · 20 in the Marina Vallarta, located near the ramp at the end of Calle Proa, half block beyond the " 8 Tostadas" restaurant.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(14 Ratings)
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Vanessaea3845cp
Feb 2, 2024
Fabulous experience. - Excellent service, our guides Cristina and captain Rafa are the best, Cristina has a lot of knowledge and the captain has great experience. We even had the opportunity to listen to the whales singing, it was a sensational experience. I recommend them 1000%
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I9381xschrisc
Jan 5, 2024
Fantastic whale watching tour - We had a great time on the whale watching experience. Our guide, Christine (?), was excellent. She was very knowledgeable and respectful of the whales and made things extra fun. We saw a number of whales, including one that snuck up on us, right beside the boat (we were sure to give it space after it surfaced). We had an amazing time.
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Bennej02
Dec 24, 2023
dozens of whales!! - Amazing time! Saw dozens of whales- this tour is unique as these people actually do the research on whales and are experts!
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Danielzr5596ww
May 29, 2023
Book with Michael and Rafael for a great experience - Did a private boat with friends and family with guides Michael and Rafael. They gave us choices on where we wanted to go and explained what the destination would be like. I've never been on the ocean or snorkeling before and felt completely safe, wonderful guide at the locations as well they swam around pointing out good areas to see the wilflife and on the way back to the marina gave a great brief history of every place we paced as we slowly made our way back. Best part of the trip for sure!
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459dezil
Mar 26, 2023
Amazing experience - We saw whales shortly after leaving the port. Our guide Michael was very knowledgeable and friendly. The boat captain Rafael was also great. The tour was easy to book and we were given easy directions. We can’t wait to do it again!
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Joan
Feb 25, 2023
Excellent whale watching - An excellent tour. Michael the tour guide was very knowledgeable and spoke good English. Raphael, the captain knew where to go so that we could see the whales up close and we saw a lot of whales!
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Bendiver_tx
Jan 8, 2023
Great experience! - We had two families of four staying in Punta Mita over Christmas week. We wanted to do whale watching and swim with the dolphins but didn't want to do two separate tours. We saw on EV's website that we could reserve a private boat for the day for less than per person cost of a tour for 8 people, so I contacted them via email and was able to arrange a private boat for a half day to include whale watching, a swim with wild dolphins, and snorkeling at Los Arcos.
EV met us at a marina only 20 minutes from Punta Mita so we didn't need to go all the way to PV. The boat was comfortable and spacious. Our guide Cynthia was terrific as was the boat driver, Rafa. They pretty quickly found a pod of wild dolphins that we were able to jump in the water with. The visibility was terrible but the dolphins were curious and swam so close to us - within a few feet - that we were able to see them. It was a very cool experience. The snorkeling was nice although Los Arcos is crowded and again, the visibility was terrible Then we went looking for whales and soon found a mother and her calf and a third whale. We got some nice views and really enjoyed the trip.
EV told us they would provide water, juice and soda but we should bring our own food and alcoholic drinks if we wanted. But to our surprise they handed out delicious burritos on the boat. Another surprise was a hydrophone so we could actually hear the whale sounds underwater.
We were very happy with the trip, felt it was a good value, and would definitely recommend this company.
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Crahjes
Jan 6, 2023
What an awesome experience! - The private whale watching excursion was one of the biggest highlights of our trip to Puerto Vallarta! Michael started off with a short presentation about the whales in the bay and then took us to the boat to get started. Michael and Alonzo were great guides in the boat that probably could seat 16 but had 10 very comfortably. Right away we ran upon several male humpbacks competing for one female and they popped up in various places around the boat. One time they popped up just behind us! After they disappeared for a while we made it over to another location where there was a very active group of whales breaching over and over. It was an incredible experience! Then, on the way back in we were surprised by another whale popping up right in front of us to take a breath. The wind shot the plume right at us, so it was a running joke the rest of the trip that we'd been covered in whale snot. We thought that would be it, but then we also got to see a pod of spotted dolphins. Next time we go back to Vallarta, we'll be booking another trip with these guys!
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Dadonholiday73
Jan 2, 2023
Change your name to Encantours, because it was magical! - Amazing private, bespoke private tour for my wife and I, and two young children. The captain has eyes like a hawk, and we saw dolphins, whales, manta-rays, and sea turtles in one journey. The guides were knowledgeable, and amazing at getting my young kids into the water to swim near the wild dolphins and snorkeling near the shore.
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Tamitingey
Dec 28, 2022
Amazing experience! - Amazing trip! We saw 27 whales and six breaches! Our guide said it was unheard of before! The guide was great as was listening to the humpback songs on the ocean floor. The lunch was good, the boat was not so great.
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