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
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
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- Carol S
Had a Great day at the butterfly sanctuary with two gal friends. Chris was very informative and clearly has passion for what he is doing. Thank you for sharing so... read more much of your knowledge. The tour took approx one hour. After we enjoyed a lovely lunch at the Vista Vallarta golf course which was approx. ten minute drive from the sanctuario. A Very enjoyable day.
February 1, 2022Steve Z
What a wonderful place to visit Butterflies flying around , a knowledgeable guide So peaceful was just 15 minutes away So glad I saw it pop up at one... read more of the things to do places And I got to realease two fresh hatched butterflies
January 1, 2022PVtanner
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 garden explaining the entire process from eggs to caterpillar to butterfly. We even got a chance to release a
October 1, 2021 -
Most amazing nature experience. Hundreds of butterflies of multiple species. Luiswas so kind and incredibly knowledgeable. Learned all three wondrous things about the life of three butterflies. Now can tell... read more a girl from a boy. Saw them making the next generation. Got to experience a butterflies first flight after being on our hand. Could li
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August 15, 2021theressa_stonecipher
Krys was very knowledgeable and passionate about the facility and tour which made it very enjoyable for us and our 9 month old son. The sanctuary is a fascinating... read more place and would love to come back and do the cocoa tour with him. Krys was also generous, making sure we stayed hydrated and offered us snacks as well as hired a driver for us because I had limited cell service to call an Uber myself. Thank you for a great time!!!
January 1, 1970Laurie B
This tour is not only beautiful but the guide shares so much information about the ongoing changes for the butterfly's in this area. I highly recommend this experience for all... read more ages.
March 1, 2022 - Tammy M
Chris was a wonderful host - I felt like a big kid on a field trip. Refreshed and renewed my love for the magic of nature
February 1, 2022Jannie S
We saw a poster on the street for the Mariposa Jardin Majico and were impressed with the website and booked a tour on line. Fabian is an amazing guide! Incredibly... read more knowledgeable and passionate about butterflies and everything about the sanctuary. It was a very educational experience and calming and relaxing being there. Releasing the butterflies at the end was delightful! Cold water and snacks were very refreshing. Chatting with Chris and Fabian about the project and the protected land was very informative. We will highly recommend this excursion to our families and friends when they visit Puerto Vallarta!
December 1, 2021Danielle V
This excursion was something 3 people in my party participated in. It was NOT wheelchair friendly at all and we had to take a taxi which ended up costing more... read more than the actual exhibit because it was far away from our hotel on the Malacon and the taxi driver had to wait for us an hour to give us a ride back or we would have been stuck out in the middle of the jungle. It was fun and thankfully I had a few big guys who made this experience possible for me in a manual wheelchair but I would not recommend it for anyone with mobility issues. The tour guide was awesome and the releasing of the butterflies at the end was really cool. Then I had to pee and that was a whole new problem trying to get to the bathrooms that were far away and not accessible at all. I should have done a lot more research on the accessibility but I just wanted to experience the pretty butterflies!
February 1, 2022





