Lovely lavender coloring (CC photo by Karmor courtesy of Flickr)

The garden holds an expansive collection of various mini exhibits including the palm gardens, agave gardens, tree fern grotto, rose gardens and an orchid house. Beautiful pathway lead you through jungle trails to enjoy bird watching and taking in the brilliant shows put on by Mexican wildflowers. You’ll also revel in the mystery of the carnivorous plant exhibit featuring the exotically beautiful meat-eaters.

The Rio Los Horcones meanders through the park offering a refreshing break from walking the park. Bring your suit to splash around in river and its natural clear blue pools. Afterwards, enjoy a delicious meal at the Haciena del Oro Restaurant offering delicious brick oven pizza, salads and traditional Mexican cuisine.  All to become instant favorites, especially with the picturesque backdrop of the park enhancing your dining experience.

The Puerto Vallarta Botanical Gardens are  located at Carretera Puerto Vallarta a Barra de Navidad Km. 24 Las Juntas y los Veranos Cabo Corrientes Jalisco. C.P. 48447. The trip there is half the fun offering an amazing view of the ocean coast and possible meetings with local cattle grazing on the hillsides. If you don’t feel up to the drive, a taxi ride from Old Town Puerto Vallarta will only run you about $20 one way. The park admission is a mere $4 and a steal for family travels and affordable fun.

For another fun thing to do, visit the Malecon Puerto Vallarta after a day at the Botanical Gardens.