Butterfly sanctuary
jardín mágico

DISCOVER ● LEARN ● PROTECT ● MARVEL

DISCOVER

There are more than 170 countries in the world. Of these, only 12 are home to 60% and 70% of the planet’s total biodiversity and, therefore, they earn the privilege of being called mega-diverse, Mexico is one of them. Visit us and discover why …

LEARN

Enjoy an unforgettable encounter with nature in all its beauty and diversity, led by Puerto Vallarta’s most passionate guides, while learning about the miraculous life of butterflies, vibrant local biodiversity, fascinating plants, animals, and human symbiosis. Be the change …

PROTECT

We serve the community as a wildlife conservation center for habitat restoration and enhancement, by linking preservation and science in partnership with nature reserves and conservation projects, setting the highest standards of environmental sustainability to protect the critical components of the Banderas Bay natural heritage.

MARVEL

Take an immersive stroll through our lush subtropical sanctuary enhanced by the colors that only Great Mother Nature herself can create, overflowing with the diverse species of butterflies and plants. Marvel at and appreciate amazing nature, get inspired and take the most spectacular photos.

Our Impact

0
Butterfly Species Saved
0
Host Plants Planted
0
Educated Local Students
0 s
Happy Pollinators

JOIN OUR EFFORTS

As a member of the United Nations Global Compact, a voluntary iniciative based on commitments to implement universal sustainabillity and to undertake partnerships in support of UN goals assigned to the State of Jalisco and Nayarit , we focus on the achievement of the following 11 assigned goals. The principles set out in the Global Compact incluide that businesses should support a precautionary approach to enviromental challenges, undertake iniciatives to promote greater enviromental responsibillity, and encourage the development and difussion of environmentally friendly technologies. Below are the goals of the State of  Jalisco and Nayarit we have embraced.  

OUR REASON FOR BEING

#1

Pollinators Protection

#2

Research / Investigation

#3

Environmental Education

#4

Sustainability

#5

Community Outreach

#6

Equality

#7

Organic Agriculture

#8

Climate Change
  • star rating  The whole tour was amazingly beautiful and informative we highly recommend this to everyone it was a wonderful birthday celebration for me 🦋we learned so much about these lovely creatures 🦋🇲🇽

    Liz L
    January 1, 2022

    star rating  I believe our guide was Chris, and he was so knowledgeable which made our tour so much better. We learned so many things none of us knew about butterflies... read more

    Nancy G
    January 1, 2022

    star rating  Excellent experience at the mariposario jardín mágico en Puerto Vallarta. My guide fabián knew SO much about the lives of the butterflies and explained everything very well. The garden was... read more

    Jimi J
    January 1, 2022
  • star rating  Absolutely wonderful!! Very knowledgeable guide, extremely attentive, kind and informative, they are doing all of Puerto Vallarta a great service to the community by educating children and adults. I will... read more

    Lara Berthiaume
    January 1, 2022

    star rating  Maybe it was the season but no butterflies or exotic birds? There was however a nice river to take a dip in nice and cool on a hot day. The... read more

    Nuna Morais
    February 1, 2022

    star rating  I love going to the Mariposario as there is so much to learn about butterflies and their lives. Krys and Fabian are so knowledgeable and love to share their... read more

    kristifred
    November 1, 2021
  • star rating  This was a great tour. Nice staff and great job of making people aware of the importance of pollinators and Butterflies for the environment

    BoardingPass801459
    February 1, 2022

    star rating  Fabian gave a most extensive overview with great information about the life of butterflies and their efforts to identify the near 300 species that live in Jalisco. Their efforts... read more

    Billpdxmttabor
    February 1, 2022

    star rating  Fabian is amazing and taught us so much about butterflies and the importance of saving these amazing creatures. Visiting the sanctuary and meeting Fabian was definitely one of... read more

    Sonia T
    May 1, 2022