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Monarch Butterfly Tour from Mexico City

12 Reviews 4.75 out of 5 stars Based on 12 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor |
Recommended by 92% of reviewers
92% of reviewers gave this experience a rating of 4 or higher.
| Mexico City, Mexico
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Overview

Monarch butterflies have one of the most important migrations in the world, from southern Canada to the oyamel forests in the States of Mexico and Michoacan, you will be surprised by their fragility but at the same time their strength.
You can hear its flapping!
You will learn about their biology, migration routes, their journey from Canada, the dangers, their predators and their life cycle.

We will have a walk of approximately 40 minutes to reach the butterfly colony, if you prefer you can go on horseback (extra cost).

After admiring this beautiful natural phenomenon, we will enjoy a delicious meal with ingredients from the region.

We will return to Mexico City at approximately 6:30 pm.

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Access ticket
  • Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
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Meeting Location

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Lamartine & Avenida Horacio
Chapultepec Morales, Polanco V Secc, 11560 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico

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Sierra Chincua Butterfly Sanctuary

A walk enjoying the song of the birds, the colors of the flowers, the smell of the forest until you reach the colony of the Monarch Butterfly. An amazing experience where you will enjoy thousands of butterflies flying around you.After the walk, a pre-Hispanic gastronomy workshop where you will learn about ritual drinks, insects, quelites and instruments of Mexican cuisine. You will make your own tortilla!
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5 hours Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • A minimum of 2 travelers is required to operate
  • Minimum 2 people to operate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Monarch Butterfly Tour from Mexico City?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. 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. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-226754P1

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Monarch Butterfly Tour from Mexico City?
A:
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • 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.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Lunch.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • access ticket.
The following is NOT included:
  • Alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic Beverages.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If 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 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Monarch Butterfly Tour from Mexico City is as follows:

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Monarch Butterfly Tour from Mexico City 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 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once 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 2026

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  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Access ticket
  • Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A minimum of 2 travelers is required to operate
  • Minimum 2 people to operate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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