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

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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.  

Sustainable Goals New

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

Be the Difference

  • star rating  We really enjoyed going to the Butterfly Sanctuary. It was so beautiful and the people very knowledgeable. They took care of the butterflies from caterpillar stage through their emergence as... read more

    slewis3922
    February 1, 2022

    star rating  A day out with friends. Chris was our private tour guide. Extremely knowledgeable and answered all our questions! Spoke perfect English and gave us lots of amazing and very interesting... read more

    Volleyball1
    January 1, 1970

    star rating  We arrived at the sanctuary and were welcomed by Fabian and Christian. They gave us an incredible 1 1/2 hour tour of the butterfly sanctuary and tortoise all about the... read more

    AlanDonegan
    January 1, 1970

  • star rating  This was a “must do” for me before I left Vallarta and so glad I did! Mariposario Jardin Magico (Magic Butterfly Garden) was fabulous and our guide Fabian RS... read more

    Cheryl K L
    April 1, 2022

    star rating  Fabian was the best guide & knowledgeable about butterfly's, flora & fauna. He spoke very good English and took his time explaining everything around the sanctuary. Would... read more

    Bettyanne C
    February 1, 2022

    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 great tour of the sanctuary. He was very knowledgeable and very passionate about what he does. The tour moved at a comfortable pace and it was... read more

    Rob F
    January 1, 1970

    star rating  Our tour guide and site manager Fabian was an expert about the butterfly's and everything needed to raise them. His English was first rate as he walked us through the... read more

    PVtanner
    October 1, 2021

    star rating  Chris was a wonderful and knowledgeable tour guild. We loved the beautiful indigenous butterflies. Balance in nature is very important to us.

    Jennifer H
    December 1, 2021