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4.8
131 Ratings
Puerto Vallarta
Embark on an adventure at Vallarta Botanical Garden with small groups, expert guides, private hiking, animal sanctuary, kayak and slides, tequila tasting, and entrance to the garden.
Embark on an adventure at Vallarta Botanical Garden with small groups, expert guides, private hiking, animal sanctuary, kayak and slides, tequila tasting, and entrance to the garden.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Los Veranos Canopy Tour - Explore the Puerto Vallarta Botanical Garden, one of Mexico’s most stunning natural attractions, featuring the nation’s most popular orchid collection. After wandering through the vibrant trails and colorful native plants, embark on a scenic hike along the Horcones River — a lush haven teeming with biodiversity — leading…
- Los Veranos Canopy Tour - Explore the Puerto Vallarta Botanical Garden, one of Mexico’s most stunning natural attractions, featuring the nation’s most popular orchid collection. After wandering through the vibrant trails and colorful native plants, embark on a scenic hike along the Horcones River — a lush haven teeming with biodiversity — leading to Los Veranos Adventure Park.
The adventure continues there. Relish a delicious meal and refreshing tropical drink at the riverside restaurant (optional), and enjoy a guided tasting experience of handcrafted tequila.
Refresh in the river’s crystal-clear pools — swim, slide down natural rock formations, or float along in kayaks and inner tubes. Visit the Animal Sanctuary to meet rescued wildlife, including monkeys, toucans, macaws, iguanas, and more.
Los Veranos is the ideal destination for families and friends seeking an unforgettable eco-adventure in Puerto Vallarta.
What's Included
- Entrance ticket to the Botanical Garden
- Traditional tequila tasting
- Kayaks, slides, and river activities (weather permitting)
- Transportation
- Entrance ticket to the Botanical Garden
- Traditional tequila tasting
- Kayaks, slides, and river activities (weather permitting)
- Transportation
What's Not Included
- Photography and video services
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Drink and Snack
- Port fee $2 required for boat departure in Marina (either in cash or by card in the office)
- Photography and video services
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Drink and Snack
- Port fee $2 required for boat departure in Marina (either in cash or by card in the office)
Additional Information
More than a simple hike — this experience offers a comprehensive immersion into nature and culture.
Botanical Wonders: Enjoy full access to the famous Puerto Vallarta Botanical Garden, which boasts Mexico’s most popular orchid collection.
Wild Encounters: Explore private riverside trails and encounter exotic rescued animals at our on-site…
More than a simple hike — this experience offers a comprehensive immersion into nature and culture.
Botanical Wonders: Enjoy full access to the famous Puerto Vallarta Botanical Garden, which boasts Mexico’s most popular orchid collection.
Wild Encounters: Explore private riverside trails and encounter exotic rescued animals at our on-site sanctuary.
Riverside Playground: Swim, slide, paddle, or simply relax in the pristine waters of the Horcones River.
Tequila with a Story: Savor handcrafted tequila made exclusively by Los Veranos and discover the process behind its creation.
Locally Guided, Intimately Sized: Experience small group tours led by enthusiastic native guides who are familiar with every trail and story.
This is more than just a tour — it’s a glimpse into the heart of Vallarta, combining nature, adventure, and flavor into one unforgettable day.
- Please arrive at our meeting point 15 minutes before your selected departure time
- It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes and a swimsuit and towel, sunscreen, insect repellent, a camera with a strap, extra money, a debit or credit card for lunch or souvenirs
- Duration: Approximately 6 hours, depending on the selected collection point
- Adults over 285 lbs / 129 Kilo
- Our ground transportation option is recommended for pregnant women, children under 5, or people with heart, back, or shoulder problems so they can enjoy all other activities.
- The minimum age for alcohol consumption in Mexico is 18 years
- Not recommended for travelers over 285 lbs. / 129 Kilo
Location
Los Veranos Canopy Tour (Main Office)
Boulevard Francisco Medina Ascencio
We offer several pickup points in Puerto Vallarta or Nuevo Vallarta; please select the most convenient option based on your location.
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure time.
- Marina Area
- Nuevo Vallarta
- South PV / Zona Romantica
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(131 Ratings)
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Briank749
Feb 25, 2026
A Day of Fun.... - The Gardens Tour and the Zip Line are operated by the same company and you are transported to their central location which includes the zip line, restaurant, small zoo and water features. Very pretty. You can either walk to the gardens (45 minutes) or they will drive you (10 minutes). Take the ride. The only drawback is you do not get to spend much time at the gardens, (Maybe 2 hours at most) I would use this company for the zip line and go to the gardens privately and spend the day, as it huge and has a great restaurant. The food and drinks at the Tour Company were very good and the place is beautiful. The folks running the group are excellent and helpful and fun. Everyone who did the zip line love it....
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K8118demeganw
Feb 19, 2026
Los Veranos Botanical Garden tour - Bruno took us to the Botanical Gardens! He’s super friendly and knowledgeable; he told us some facts about peppers and the area around Los Veranos.
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Steverd5329tr
Feb 11, 2026
Bruno is the Bomb! - Bruno was awesome. He is a very knowledgeable guide and took great care of us. The botanical gardens were amazing and the hike was well worth it. At the end we were able to interact with the monkeys and toucan. Bruno is the Bomb! More than 5 STARS! Off the charts Bruno!
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Avaclaire
Jan 26, 2026
Magical botanical garden worth the drive from PV! - Wow, this was such a magical and enjoyable experience. We ended up spending about 4 hours at the gardens exploring, admiring, lunching, shopping, hiking, and photographing! There was an amazing variety of plants and flowers and trees, many of the marked. There's a simply gorgeous and charming chapel with lovely memorial grounds surrounding it, for humans and pets. It was so touching reading the gravestones. Most paths are completely easy for most anyone, we had one person with a bad knee skip the path that went down by the river due to many steps up and down. Lunch we as far fantastic too, with a peaceful view and great service! Make the trip here if you can, it's totally worth it!
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Joannew277
Jan 25, 2026
Exceptional Experience - We had such a wonderful experience with Jimmy as our tour lead. This was a cultural tour, and we absolutely loved it from start to finish.
The day began with a local bus ride to the gardens. As Jimmy escorted us to the bus, he shared helpful local tips about the bus system, which immediately made us feel comfortable and connected to the area. Once we arrived at the gardens, Jimmy guided us through the different sections, explaining the biology of the plants and their significance to Mexico. We also visited cemeteries, a church, and monuments and statues that offered meaningful insight into Mexican history and culture. Lunch at the gardens was phenomenal.
The afternoon hike to the river was truly a highlight—wow! The hike itself was incredible, and the swim in the river was absolutely over the top. This tour was a top-shelf experience, and we can’t recommend it highly enough
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Sonya_w
Jan 3, 2026
Hidden Local Treasure - Very Professional and Accommodating tour service.
At the very last minute, I booked an excursion to a hiking tour at the Botanical Gardens and really enjoyed it. I was confused by the logistics (but that was all on me because I am not familiar with the local surroundings so I ended up missing the meeting time). Luckily, the staff was very nice and arranged for me to catch up with the rest of the tour group.
I was very happy with the hike. Found a lot of floral and fauna treasures. Met some cool rescued animals and a very chill dog who was the unofficial boss at the entrance. Another visitor and I wished we could taken him home with us.
There was a gift shop with a wide variety of gifts plus medicinal and food products. I wish I bought the vanilla beans when I was there. Also there is a restaurant that I wish I dined at. I smelled some fragrant spices that were sizzling, suggesting that the food would be delicious.
I ended up eating at another restaurant through Los Veranos which was great. Service was very good but I think the restaurant was short-handed. I tried the grilled shrimp which fresh and flavorful, complimented by chai tea.
I hope to try this again on a future trip.
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Philomenah677
Dec 19, 2025
Bonita Botanical Gardens - 50 pesos for bus from Zona Romantica area to Botanical Gardens .300 pesos entry ( cash or credit card). Bring bug spray though not terrible. Fabulous restaurant and gentle paths with options to go down steps and to the river.
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Flyer35746837311
Dec 13, 2025
Best expérience in Puerto Vallarta - Edgar was a best guide for this activities, he explain tree and plant and more history of the river. Is a beautifull trail a long of river and visit a garden with banana tree, lime, orange, clementine and more fruit
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298sergueid
Jan 13, 2026
Great for introduction to the botanical garden - Overall a great tour. The only improvement would be increasing time at the botanical garden and shortening the rehab visit length.
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Pdthere
Feb 12, 2026
Los Veranos Botanical Gardens tour, a dissappointng experience. - This experience started on a very positive note as we were picked up a short distance from our lodging in the Romantic Zone. The drive to the Los Veranos Activity Center was eventful as the open seated tour bus had to quickly swerve to avoid hitting an oncoming truck (both vehicles were over the center line). Once we arrived at the Center two options were offered: (1) Spend one half hour at the Botanical Gardens and hike back to the Center or (2) Spend one and a half hours at the Gardens and motor back to the Center. We opted to spend the 1.5 hours in the Gardens. The Gardens are breath taking. Plants are well marked and the paths are easily negotiated. We felt that 1.5 hours was not adequate to view all the exhibits particularly if you walk the more challenging trails to the riverside (19 & 20). Other reviews of this trip mention "knowledgeable guides" and spending 4 hours in the gardens (including lunch). We were never offered these options. Viewing/holding/photographing caged animals is not our cup of tea. We were never offered tequila tasting. We would have much preferred spending the entire 4 hours at the gardens and skipping the 2 hour animal viewing, tequila tasting and option to eat at the Center. Our advice: use public transportation to access the Gardens, stay as long as you desire and dine at the beautiful Garden Restaurant.
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