Monarch Butterfly Reserve: Piedra Herrada Magical Valle de Bravo
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 cozy spots to enjoy a bite. Don’t miss out on this colorful 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 center.
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).
What's Included
- Round transportation from Mexico City.
- Pick up (only for private tours)
- Non-alcoholic drinks and snacks.
- Entrance and guided visit to Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary, Waterfall, and Museum of Popular Art.
- Service of a multilingual local guide.
- Personal expenses.
- Travel insurance.
- Tips.
Meeting Location
Avenida Paseo de la Reforma
Juárez, Cuauhtémoc, 06600 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Mexico City
2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Piedra Herrada Sanctuary
3 hours 15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Valle de Bravo
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Valle de Bravo
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Mexico City
2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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 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 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.
- MEETING POINT: Please note that hotel pickup and drop-off are only included in the private tour option. For the group tour, you will need to meet your guide at the designated meeting point.
- PRICE: Please note that the price you paid includes a commission from the online platform where it’s sold—often up to 30%—which limits our flexibility to offer discounts or other price reductions.
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-343024P40
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Round transportation from Mexico City.
- Pick up (only for private tours).
- Non-alcoholic drinks and snacks.
- Entrance and guided visit to Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary, Waterfall, and Museum of Popular Art.
- Service of a multilingual local guide.
- Personal expenses.
- Travel insurance.
- Tips.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Monarch Butterfly Reserve: Piedra Herrada Magical Valle de Bravo is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Monarch Butterfly Reserve: Piedra Herrada Magical Valle de Bravo will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Round transportation from Mexico City.
- Pick up (only for private tours)
- Non-alcoholic drinks and snacks.
- Entrance and guided visit to Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary, Waterfall, and Museum of Popular Art.
- Service of a multilingual local guide.
- Personal expenses.
- Travel insurance.
- Tips.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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 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 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.
- MEETING POINT: Please note that hotel pickup and drop-off are only included in the private tour option. For the group tour, you will need to meet your guide at the designated meeting point.
- PRICE: Please note that the price you paid includes a commission from the online platform where it’s sold—often up to 30%—which limits our flexibility to offer discounts or other price reductions.
