Mexico City: Monarch Butterflies, Sierra Chincua & Angangueo Small Group
ID: GYG549045-1249880
Category:
Country: Mexico
Duration:
14:00 hours
Description
Join our Monarch Butterfly Tour to watch a marvelous natural show performed by thousands of butterflies in the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and visit the charming mountainous town of Angangueo.
After a pick-up from your accommodation, start the Monarch Butterfly Tour Mexico taking a picturesque drive through the Valley of Mexico to reach Sierra Chincua, one of five official monarch butterfly sanctuaries, famous for its exceptional natural beauty and impressive landscapes.
This place is the final (and only) destination for the annual monarch butterfly migration (November to March) which is considered one of nature’s greatest spectacles and is currently a top-class attraction for visitors from around the world.
Once there, take a hike (or a horse ride, if you prefer to make it easier) to the colony of those amazing animals, enjoying beautiful mountainous landscapes and clean air on our way.
Afterward, go to the nearby “Magic Town” of Angangueo. Known as “the capital of Monarch Butterfly Reserve”, it also used to be one of the most important mining towns in the region and is currently known for its cultural and natural riches.
After an optional lunch and a walking tour around the town, return to your vehicle and relax on your way back to Mexico City.
Highlights
- Enjoy a natural show performed by thousands of monarch butterflies
- Hike to enjoy the fresh air and picturesque panoramic views of the surrounding
- Walk down cobbled streets and enjoy the Alpine views of the Angangueo town
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
SEASON & WEATHER: The butterfly sanctuaries' season runs November-March, peaking December-February.
IMPORTANT: If you plan to book less than 48 hours before the tour, please confirm availability with the organizer before booking. Otherwise, if the organizer cannot accommodate your booking for any reason, it will be canceled with a full refund.
NOTE: The butterflies’ habitat in Sierra Chincua is a natural wonder that shifts with the changing seasons and climate. Reaching the sanctuary usually 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 meters (9,200–11,150 feet) in elevation, with distances ranging from 1.2 to 3 kilometers (0.75–1.86 miles) and elevation gains between 220 and 800 meters (720–2,620 feet). A moderate level of fitness is generally required. Locally available horses can be hired (at your own cost) to assist with the steeper sections of the trail, but they only cover about half of the hike.
Meet your guide at the entrance of Hotel City Express Plus by Marriott (please do not enter and meet your guide outside), close to the Angel of Independence.Make sure your phone number is available on the day of the tour in case the guide needs to contact you.
INCLUDED
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation
- Entry fees
NOT INCLUDED
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Tips
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
