Puerto Vallarta, Mexico – Set to take place June 13-17, 2023, Hummingbird Week at the Vallarta Botanical Garden is a great opportunity for nature lovers of all ages to see, and learn about, these amazing birds and the Gardens that host and support them. For those interested in participating, the schedule is as follows:
Tuesday, June 13
9:30-10:00 am – Guided tour: All about hummingbirds
9:00 am-5:00 pm – Hummingbird feeding on the restaurant’s balcony
12:30-1:00 pm – Hummingbird Trivia
Wednesday, June 14
9:30-10:00 am – Guided tour: Plants to attract hummingbirds
9:00 am-5:00 pm – Hummingbird feeding on the restaurant’s balcony
1:30-2:00 pm – Hummingbird short films exhibition
Thursday, June 15
9:30-10:00 am – Guided tour: All about hummingbirds
9:00 am-5:00 pm – Hummingbird feeding on the restaurant’s balcony
10:00 am-12:00 pm – Hummingbird Treasure Hunt
Friday, June 16
9:00-10:00 am – Guided tour: Hiking in the gardens
9:00 am-5:00 pm – Hummingbird feeding on the restaurant’s balcony
12:30-1:00 pm – Hummingbird Trivia
Saturday, June 17
9:30-10:00 am – Guided tour: All about hummingbirds
9:00 am-5:00 pm – Hummingbird feeding on the restaurant’s balcony
12:00-12:30 pm – Hummingbird Origami
2:00-3:00 pm – Closing Ceremony
All activities are included in the standard Garden entry fee of $300 pesos per person. Entrance to the Garden is free for members.
Visit the internationally famous Vallarta Botanical Garden located just 30 minutes south of Old Town at Km. 24 on Highway 200 and easily accessible by public transportation and taxi. This 74 acre wildlife preserve and botanical garden have something fun for everyone. Over 200 species of birds have been observed on the Garden’s grounds. Don’t forget to bring your swimsuit for a refreshing dip in the jungle river. See plantings of vanilla, chocolate, and hundreds of other botanical delights! Authentic Mexican Cuisine is served in the Hacienda de Oro Restaurant from 10 am to 5 pm. The Garden is open daily from 9 am to 6 pm (closed Mondays from April 1 to December 1). Garden admission is just $300 pesos. For more information, call (322) 223-6182 or visit vbgardens.org.
