Private Tour
Private Tour: Botanical Garden & Petroglyphs
Overview
Available languages
6 hours
Mobile ticket
What makes this experience special is the perfect blend of nature, history, and authentic local culture in a private setting. This PRIVATE EXPERIENCE is priced for up to four people — you only pay for one ticket. You’ll explore the lush Puerto Vallarta Botanical Garden, home to exotic orchids and tropical trails, guided by a certified expert passionate about Mexico’s biodiversity. Discover ancient petroglyphs hidden in the mountains and learn about their sacred meaning for the region’s earliest inhabitants. To complete the day, enjoy a traditional countryside lunch at a family-run restaurant, where handmade tortillas and recipes passed down through generations offer an authentic taste of Mexico’s mountain flavors. With private transportation, drinks included, and a flexible, personalized pace, this tour takes you beyond the tourist spots for a genuine and intimate experience of Mexico’s natural and cultural heritage.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Embark on a journey through the natural and cultural wonders south of Puerto Vallarta with this PRIVATE EXPERIENCE, priced for up to four people—you only pay for one ticket and can bring up to three companions. Larger groups can be accommodated upon request; please email us for details. Our adventure begins at the Puerto Vallarta Botanical Garden, a lush paradise home to diverse flora, orchids, and exotic birds. Enjoy a guided walk through its scenic trails and immerse yourself in the beauty of Mexico’s rich biodiversity. Next, we explore the ancient petroglyphs, sacred rock carvings that tell the stories of the region’s indigenous past. We’ll also visit a traditional mountain bakery, where you’ll witness the art of baking in a clay oven and enjoy the aromas of freshly made bread. To complete the experience, we’ll stop for lunch at a countryside restaurant, where you can enjoy traditional Mexican dishes prepared by locals with recipes passed down through generations. Handmade tortillas and classic flavors from the mountains make this the perfect way to end your day before heading back to your accommodation.
What‘s Included
Certified guide
Soft Drinks (water and soda)
Pick-up and drop-off at your place in an air-conditioned car
Stop at a traditional mountain bakery
Entrance to the Botanical Garden
Stop for lunch at a traditional Mexican restaurant (food not included)
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Private Tour: Botanical Garden & Petroglyphs
Reviews
10 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A must do for nature lovers
R644HHcoreyc,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alejandro was so knowledgeable and we had an incredible time! Showed us all around the botanical gardens and several stops along the way there. Seeing the petroglyphs was amazing too! Definitely go to the restaurant up the street from the botanical gardens, so authentic and delicious. The gardens were so beautiful and hiking around them was an experience I won't forget. Alejandro knew all about the birds and plants! This is a must do tour if you like nature and getting outside the tourist areas!
Amazing personalized tour of beautiful gardens
Jordan B,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing personalized tour of the botanical gardens. Alejandro was extremely knowledgeable and able to point out so much wildlife and plants. The botanical gardens were so beautiful and we are so glad we booked this tour. We made memories for a lifetime and can't recommend it more highly.
Botanical Garden and Local food
SJTravels2,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alejandro is very friendly, knowledge and flexible. He made my trip to the Botanical gardens an outstanding day. We stopped along the way from Puerto Vallarta to enjoy several scenic places. He is an excellent driver and his MPV was a comfortable ride. I loved the local restaurant up the hill from the gardens where we had lunch. I was delighted by the wood fired griddle and fresh tortilla which I had with Jocoque. For dessert we went across the road for a fresh empanada – yum! His knowledge of the local birds and plants made the time in the gardens extra good. And thanks to his sharp eyes we saw a Black Iguana about 20 feet up a tree. Without him I would have missed many things. I strongly recommend Alejandro when you are in Puerto Vallarta
Great day in nature
michaelbB3265SH,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alejandro was wonderful. He is knowledgeable, courteous, and flexible. We learned a lot about plants,birds,and glyphs. He's a safe driver.
Fantastic local tour
amirhj2020,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alejandro was a fantastic guide. Personable, flexible, knowledgeable. He made the Botanical Gardens an amazing trip due to his knowledge of the local flora. Highly recommend.
Gardens, Rivers & Food
L2998EElorid,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved our experience with Alejandro! He will show you as little or as much as you would like to see of the gardens as we had my 85 year old mother in law with us who wasn’t able to walk the entire gardens. He also showed us a lot of special stops on the way and some local cuisine too. We wish we could have booked another tour with him but ran out of vacation time.
Fantastic Day
bobnaudrey,Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Spent my wife's birthday out and about with Alejandro, ultimately ending up at the botanical gardens! Plethora of information shared with us. It is highly recommended that you use these guys safe, knowledgeable, and professionally fun!
Amazing tour and more amazing guide!
766trishr,Aug 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alejandro was wonderful, great communication from the moment we booked the tour, he was so friendly and knowledgeable and he made us feel like we were family by the end of our tour. I would highly recommend him and wish we were going to be here longer so we could take another tour with him.
Best puerto tour !!
CV H,Jun 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was the best activity we did while we were here !! And we did a lot !! Our guide was very patient with my kids and was very knowledgeable !!
Excellent family tour!
greatvacations2438,Jun 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time. Miguel and Moises were wonderful. We traveled with 3 small kids and Miguel even carried one back up from the river. They were wonderful. Everything, including lunch was great. On-time, very friendly, very knowledgeable - couldn't rate them any higher. We will definitely plan another trip with them in the future.
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