Puerto Vallarta, Mexico – Though traditionally a day to celebrate Dad, nowadays June 20th is a day to not only honor your father, but all men who have acted as a father figure in your life – whether they be Stepfathers, Uncles, Grandfathers, or “Big Brothers”.
If you are going to be in Puerto Vallarta on Father’s Day, there’s no better way to show him your love and appreciation than by treating him to a fabulous day at Vallarta Botanical Garden. And, from 10 am to 5 pm on Sunday, June 20, all Dads get in free! (Accompanying persons pay regular admission of $200 Pesos per person.)
The Garden is well laid out with many different trails, exhibits and areas to explore, making it the perfect place for a family adventure!
For those that enjoy a good walk, follow the Jaguar Trail. It will take you through the jungle to the Rio Los Horcones. The river alternates between bubbling rapids and a lazy current. One area where water flows quietly over big rocks is marked as the children’s waterslide. The Rio Los Horcones is a warm, clean river that invites at least a wade if not a swim. The rock formations along and in the river definitely add interest.
While the Jaguar Trail can be a challenge in flip flops the rest of the garden is easy to navigate. Well defined paths lead between the different gardens and walkways. Expect to see large plantings of cacti, rhododendrons, agave, bromeliads, orchids, ficus, vanilla and other tropical plants.
The VBG also boasts four conservatories showcasing local and exotic flowers from all over the world, including the Vallarta Conservatory of Mexican Orchids and Native Plants, which houses the most-visited public collection of orchids in all of Mexico; plus vanilla, chocolate and coffee plantations; a museum; a rock collection; and a small natural history museum with butterfly, insect and seashell collections.
Once you’ve explored to your heart’s content, treat Dad to delicious Mexican dishes and refreshing tropical drinks, accompanied by live music, in the Garden’s famous Hacienda de Oro Restaurant.
Before you leave, stop by the Gift Shop and let him choose a Father’s Day gift that will forever remind him of this special time spent together.
Make plans now to make some unforgettable Father’s Day memories at Vallarta Botanical Garden. Don’t forget, on Sunday, June 20th, from 10 am to 5 pm, admission is FREE for all Dads! To take advantage of this special offer, Click HERE to download your coupon.
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 $200 pesos. For more information, call (322) 223-6182 or visit vbgardens.org.
Click HERE to learn more about Vallarta Botanical Gardens.