 Boat-billed Heron,
La Tovara National Park |
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San Blas, Mexico is known
by birding enthusiasts for its concentration of birds that
migrate from the north for the winter. We have more than
300 species of migrant and resident birds within 15 miles
of San Blas.
Habitat
Mangrove estuaries, springs, fresh water rivers
and tropical jungle create a great biodiversity where birds
and other creatures move from one place to another looking
for food. The best time for birding is from the 20th of November
to the 20th of April.
Guide
Manuel the “Jungle Man” has over 35 years of guiding
experience in San Blas, and has seen over 600 species of birds.
Raised in the forests and jungles of west Nayarit near San
Blas, it was second nature to become a self-taught naturalist
and birdwatching guide. He can identify birds with English,
Spanish and Latin names, and has a vast knowledge of the symbiotic
relationships in the surrounding habitat. He also has a unique
awareness of the many valuable medicinal plants. An avid reader,
Manuel has a deep understanding of the history of Mexico, Nayarit,
and San Blas. He has lead hundreds of private birding tours
and is frequently hired by regional and international bird
watching organizations including the annual International
Festival of Migratory Birds in San Blas. He
is fluent in English.
About this website
This website gives an overview of the birdwathcing opportunities
in the area. Manuel is also available for custom tours. Contact
him by telephone at: 011-52 (323) 285-0558
Links to birding and nature tours and rates are
at the top and bottom of each page. Contact information is
at the bottom of each page. |
