NATURE & WILDLIFE IN MEXICO
On land and in the sea, Mexico is home to diversity of wildlife that is recognized worldwide.
Colorful underwater worlds, lively jungles, protected eco-reserves and alpine forests make Mexico’s wildlife richly diverse across the country. Whether you want to swim with whale sharks, release baby turtles, spot rare birds, hike cactus-lined trails or observe a forests of migrating butterflies, Mexico has it all, and Journey Mexico is committed to providing environmentally responsible travel, working to promote conservation and preservation of Mexico’s natural habitats.
SAMPLE ITINERARIES
Use the itineraries below to generate ideas for your vacation. Each itinerary is completely customizable – you choose your dates, accommodations, activities and more to create your perfect Mexico holiday.
Blissful Riviera Maya Escape at Belmond Maroma Resort & Spa
| Destination: | Riviera Maya, Tulum & Cancun |
| Days: | 5 |
Escape to the azure sea and white shore of the Mexican Caribbean with Journey Mexico and Belmond Maroma Resort & Spa
The Riviera Maya and the Yucatan peninsula have something for everyone.
Axolotls and Chinampas in Xochimilco: Nature & Conservation Experience
| Destination: | Mexico City |
| Hours: | 6-8 |
Enjoy bird watching and learn all about the intriguing Axolotl salamander, a rare amphibian with unique regeneration abilities that is on the verge of extinction.
Private Gray Whale and Sea Turtle Adventure 3N Camp Experience
| Destination: | Baja California & Sea of Cortez |
| Days: | 4 |
Travel to majestic Magdalena Bay on the Pacific coast of the Baja California Peninsula to participate in a customizable, multi-day, world-renowned sea turtle research and conservation project.
Huasteca Culture & Surreal Edward James Gardens of Xilitla
| Destination: | Off the Beaten Path |
| Days: | 3 |
The Xilitla and Gardens of Sir Edward James trip is a great extension to any Mexico City visit, visiting a surreal world full of whimsical statues…
Monarch Butterfly Migration & the Colonial Heartland
| Destination: | Colonial Mexico |
| Days: | 7 |
Discover Morelia and witness the natural phenomenon of the Monarch Butterfly migration while also getting to visit several charming nearby towns…
Private Whale Shark Tour
| Destination: | Riviera Maya, Tulum & Cancun |
| Hours: | 7 |
Live the experience of visiting blue waters of the Caribbean Sea and have the amazing opportunity of swimming next to the biggest fish in the planet, the Whale Shark.
Family Spring Break: Copper Canyon & Baja
| Destination: | Baja California & Sea of Cortez, Copper Canyon & N. Mexico, Los Cabos |
| Days: | 15 |
This sample itinerary is designed to inspire families who want adventure and cultural immersion during their holiday.
Swim with Whale Sharks and Visit Ancient Ruins
| Destination: | Riviera Maya, Tulum & Cancun, Yucatan Peninsula |
| Days: | 5 |
The Swim with Whale Sharks and Visit Ancient Ruins trip allows for an up-close encounter with the docile whale sharks, and visit to the areas most interesting Mayan sites, providing unique and exhilarating experiences not to be forgotten.
Adventures in The Yucatan Peninsula
| Destination: | Yucatan Peninsula |
| Days: | 8 |
Visit the Yucatan Peninsula on this complete adventure, experience charming colorful markets, taste delicious regional cuisine, climb Mayan ruins and relax on the Caribbean Sea.
Mexico City to the Yucatan Peninsula
| Destination: | Mexico City, Yucatan Peninsula |
| Days: | 10 |
The Mexico City to the Yucatan Peninsula itinerary allows you to discover the wonders of two regions in Mexico with a visit to several pre-Colombian ruins.
Yucatan Ecotour
| Destination: | Chiapas, Yucatan Peninsula |
| Days: | 13 |
Explore every inch of the Yucatan on this Ecotour, visiting Mayan ruins, charmind cities, pristine reserves, and impressive waterfalls…
Hiking Oaxaca’s Mountains to the Pacific Coast
| Destination: | Oaxaca, Off the Beaten Path, Pacific Coast |
| Days: | 9 |
The Hiking Trip through Oaxaca’s Mountains and to the Pacific Coast combines exploration of some of the most famous archaeological sites of Zapotec and Mixtec culture…
Axolotls and Chinampas in Xochimilco: Nature & Conservation Experience
| Destination: | Mexico City |
| Hours: | 6-8 |
Enjoy bird watching and learn all about the intriguing Axolotl salamander, a rare amphibian with unique regeneration abilities that is on the verge of extinction.
Private Whale Shark Tour
| Destination: | Riviera Maya, Tulum & Cancun |
| Hours: | 7 |
Live the experience of visiting blue waters of the Caribbean Sea and have the amazing opportunity of swimming next to the biggest fish in the planet, the Whale Shark.
