Vallarta Botanical Gardens (Jardín Botánico de Vallarta) Tours and Activities
Lush tropical foliage, hummingbird-watching hot spots, and orchid sanctuaries are just three of the attractions you’ll find at the Vallarta Botanical Gardens (Jardín Botánico de Vallarta). A rich and diverse array of flora and fauna—mostly native—dominates the 20-acre (8-hectare) expanse of jungle. Follow jungle paths, wander curated gardens, and marvel at the koi pond as part of a scenic Puerto Vallarta day trip.
The Basics
Skip the beach for a day, and head inland toward the jungle to the Vallarta Botanical Gardens, a relaxing, picturesque destination with more than 3,000 plant species. Travelers can visit the gardens in numerous ways: Explore independently, or as part of a culinary combo excursion. Or, whizz around on a bike tour of the surroundings.
Things to Know Before You Go
How to Get There
Situated around 18 miles (30 kilometers) outside of Puerto Vallarta, the Vallarta Botanical Gardens are reachable by bus—from the corner of Aguacate and Carranza streets downtown—or by car. If you’d rather not drive or navigate public transit, consider joining a tour with transportation included.
When to Get There
The Vallarta Botanical Gardens are open every day except Monday. For the most solitude in the gardens, plan your visit for the Puerto Vallarta low season, between July and September.
Other Puerto Vallarta Day Trips
Besides the Vallarta Botanical Gardens, the region offers several other day-trip options. Beach lovers can swing south to Boca de Tomatlan, a small fishing village from which you can take a speedboat toward Playa Las Animas. Jungle adventurers may prefer a zipline tour through the Vallarta canopy.
The Basics
Skip the beach for a day, and head inland toward the jungle to the Vallarta Botanical Gardens, a relaxing, picturesque destination with more than 3,000 plant species. Travelers can visit the gardens in numerous ways: Explore independently, or as part of a culinary combo excursion. Or, whizz around on a bike tour of the surroundings.
Things to Know Before You Go
- The Vallarta Botanical Gardens are a must-do for gardeners, bird-watchers, and botanists.
- To get the most out of your visit, plan to spend at least two hours at the gardens.
- Gravel paths, lawns, and jungle trails make select parts of the Vallarta Botanical Gardens inaccessible to wheelchairs.
- Wear bug repellent and, if susceptible to bites, long pants.
- An on-site restaurant serves traditional Mexican dishes.
How to Get There
Situated around 18 miles (30 kilometers) outside of Puerto Vallarta, the Vallarta Botanical Gardens are reachable by bus—from the corner of Aguacate and Carranza streets downtown—or by car. If you’d rather not drive or navigate public transit, consider joining a tour with transportation included.
When to Get There
The Vallarta Botanical Gardens are open every day except Monday. For the most solitude in the gardens, plan your visit for the Puerto Vallarta low season, between July and September.
Other Puerto Vallarta Day Trips
Besides the Vallarta Botanical Gardens, the region offers several other day-trip options. Beach lovers can swing south to Boca de Tomatlan, a small fishing village from which you can take a speedboat toward Playa Las Animas. Jungle adventurers may prefer a zipline tour through the Vallarta canopy.
Address: Carretera Puerto Vallarta abarra de Navidad Km. 24 Las Juntas y, los Veranos, Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico 48425, Mexico
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Skip the Line: Vallarta Botanical Garden Admission Ticket
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Spend your day at the Vallarta Botanical Garden (Jardin Botánico de Vallarta) and explore the tropical gardens and native forest preserve at your own pace. Your admission ticket to the ecological park in the Sierra Madre hills includes access to an orchid laboratory, hiking trails and even a river swim. You’ll discover the indigenous plant life of Mexico, including vanilla plants, endemic trees and bromeliads.
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7 Tours and Activities to Experience Vallarta Botanical Gardens (Jardín Botánico de Vallarta)
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Skip the Line: Vallarta Botanical Garden Admission Ticket
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Spend your day at the Vallarta Botanical Garden (Jardin Botánico de Vallarta) and explore the tropical gardens and native forest preserve at your own pace. Your admission ticket to the ecological park in the Sierra Madre hills includes access to an orchid laboratory, hiking trails and even a river swim. You’ll discover the indigenous plant life of Mexico, including vanilla plants, endemic trees and bromeliads.
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Vallarta Botanical Garden and Tequila Tasting from Puerto Vallarta
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Designed to delight lovers of horticulture, this 6-hour tour combines a visit to Vallarta Botanical Garden with tequila tasting at Rancho Los Veranos. Alongside your guide, you’ll explore 20 acres of lush tropical gardens, home to 3,000 different plant species. Then, head to Rancho Los Veranos for a Mexican lunch accompanied by samples of tequila, the country’s national beverage. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
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El Tuito Day Trip from Puerto Vallarta with Tequila and Lunch
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Explore El Tuito, the colorful town just south of Puerto Vallarta, on a day trip. Meaning ‘small beautiful valley’ in the Nahuati pre-Hispanic language, El Tuito is just that. Discover the town’s highlights and history with a guide, visit the main square, a botanical garden, an artisan bakery, and sample tequila at the distillery. A Mexican lunch is included midway through the day.
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Botanical Delights Tour & Culinary Adventure
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There’s nothing quite like the Vallarta Botanical Garden, and the new Botanical Delights Tour and Culinary Adventure is the best way to enjoy the most from your experience there. A day of delights will provide memories for a lifetime.
See and Experience:
- Cultivated Gardens
- Plant Conservatories
- Hiking Trails
- Forest Preserve
- Award-winning Restaurant
- Garden Gift Shop & Plant Nursery
- Opportunities for additional activities such as swimming in a tropical river
The Vallarta Botanical Garden is in a class of its own with awards and distinctions including:
- USA TODAY's Reader's Choice #4 Botanical Garden in North America (2018)
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Bike Tour from Puerto Vallarta to El Tuito
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Leave the beaches of Puerto Vallarta behind on an advanced-level mountain bike tour to El Tuito. This challenging 53-mile (86-kilometer) ride takes you from the coast to the mountains and back again, and includes lots of climbing. Enjoy incredible views as you climb into the mountains from Puente Horcones to the town of El Columpio. Plus, hotel pickup and drop-off in Puerto Vallarta is included.
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Bike Tour in Puerto Vallarta: Puerto Vallarta to El Columpio
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Explore Mexico’s Pacific coast on this guided cycling excursion from Puerto Vallarta. After a convenient hotel pickup, enjoy access to equipment including an 11 speed road bike with Shimano 105 components, a helmet, water, and vehicle support. Then hit the road and pedal 43 miles (70 kilometers) along the coast, through Mexican fir trees, and past the Botanical Gardens.
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Vallartas Full Day Experience:Nature,tradition and virgin beaches
Take a break from the tourist bustle of Puerto Vallarta to explore south of Vallarta. This day long excursion will take you to a variety of stops that will be especially interesting to people who want the chance to explore Mexican culture a little bit more. Visit a garden, a bakery, craft distillery, and a handful of untouched beaches before lunch and some free time to spend relaxing as you choose.
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BOTANICAL DELIGHTS TOUR and CULINARY ADVENTURE
There is nothing like the Vallarta Botanical Garden, and its new "Botanical Delights" Tour and Culinary Adventure, which is the best way to fully enjoy your experience. A day of "delights" (delights) will provide memories for a lifetime.
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