One of the most astounding natural phenomena’s happen in Central Mexico every year. Tens of millions of monarch butterflies start on a remarkable 3,000 mile journey from America and Canada to their ancestral winter grounds in the Oriental Mountains of Mexico. Take an amazing tour with some of Mexico’s premier naturalist guides for the experience of a lifetime.

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Start your visit at the Anthropology Museum in Mexico City, one of the world’s best archaeological museums. The museum is home to over 22 exhibition halls to explore, make sure to visit one of its most famous exhibits the Aztec sun stone. The sun stone was used by the Aztecs as a cosmological calendar, be sure to look closely at its exquisite carvings. 

Next head off to Piedra Herrada Sanctuary, one of the newest spots to watch the majestic Monarch butterflies. Horses will take you up most of the way before dismounting and walking the rest of the way through thick vegetation, take in the amazing sights of the Oriental Mountains as you head up. 

You will be able to see the Monarch butterflies flying overhead as well as nesting together against the trees and vegetation. You will be amazed at the vast amount of butterflies all together in one place. It really is one of the most breathtaking natural phenomena’s to witness. 

After head on to the Capulin Sanctuary, one of the largest and most beautiful prairies of the monarch region. Because of the hibernation colonies location and access position it’s possible to watch the stunning transition of the vegetation. 

While in the area be sure to visit Valle de Bravo. The calm waters in its lake make it perfect for sports like boating, sailing, water-skiing or kayaking. Hang-gliding or going for a bike ride around the stunning lake are also available. 

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