Puerto Vallarta, Mexico – Join nature lovers of all ages on Saturday, May 17 at Vallarta Botanical Garden for World Migratory Bird Day – a celebration of birds, art, and community. This year’s global theme, “Shared Spaces: Creating Bird-Friendly Cities and Communities,” highlights the importance of coexisting with the migratory birds that grace our skies each season.
The family-friendly event offers a full morning of educational and artistic activities surrounded by the beauty of the tropical forest. Start your day at 9:00 am with a guided birdwatching walk, followed by an 11:00 am presentation and the chance to observe feathers under a microscope. At 1:00 pm, an art workshop invites participants to create “botanical birds” using real flowers.
Organized internationally by the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS) and Environment for the Americas (EFTA), this annual event encourages people to help protect the natural spaces migratory birds rely on for rest, breeding, and survival.
Whether you’re a seasoned birder or simply curious about wildlife, World Migratory Bird Day is a great way to connect with nature and inspire future conservation efforts.
Admission is free for Garden members. Non-members pay $300 MXN per adult and $150 MXN for children ages 5 to 10.
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 135 hectares 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.
