{"id":275922,"date":"2026-06-29T14:19:10","date_gmt":"2026-06-29T12:19:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/?p=275922"},"modified":"2026-06-30T04:15:56","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T02:15:56","slug":"mexico-wildlife-when-where","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/mexico-wildlife-when-where\/","title":{"rendered":"Mexico Wildlife: When and Where to See Whales, Whale Sharks and Turtles"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You know that feeling when your jaw drops in amazement, your breath catches, and you just stare in disbelief at what nature has come up with? That&#8217;s exactly how you&#8217;ll feel when you encounter <strong>Mexico wildlife<\/strong> up close. This vast country offers far more than perfect white-sand beaches, Mayan pyramids and the best vegetarian tacos on the planet \u2014 it&#8217;s an absolute paradise for animal lovers. Whether you dream of a giant whale gliding beneath your boat in a lagoon, want to snorkel alongside a majestic whale shark, or long to witness millions of orange butterflies, you&#8217;re in the right place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This guide will walk you through the best wildlife in Mexico so you know exactly where \u2014 and crucially, when \u2014 to go. Nature doesn&#8217;t wait, and if you arrive in the wrong month, you might leave disappointed. We&#8217;ll look at where you can best spot adorable sea turtles, where to head for flocks of pink flamingos, and why it matters to choose certified guides who respect the animals. In short, I&#8217;ll show you how to make your travel dreams come true and bring home memories no one can ever take away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article you&#8217;ll find a complete wildlife-watching calendar, detailed tips for individual regions from Baja California to the Yucat\u00e1n, an overview of current prices and plenty of practical advice to make your adventure absolutely perfect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a4348b4839cc&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a4348b4839cc\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1066\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/keporkak.jpg\" alt=\"Humpback whale off the coast of Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-229618\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/keporkak.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/keporkak-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/keporkak-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/keporkak-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/keporkak-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/keporkak-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/keporkak-1392x927.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" 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baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/mexico-wildlife-when-where\/#TLDR\" >TL;DR<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/mexico-wildlife-when-where\/#Wildlife_Calendar_What_Youll_See_in_Mexico_and_When\" >Wildlife Calendar: What You&#8217;ll See in Mexico and When<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/mexico-wildlife-when-where\/#Grey_Whales_and_Humpbacks_When_to_Visit_the_Baja_California_Peninsula\" >Grey Whales and Humpbacks: When to Visit the Baja California Peninsula<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/mexico-wildlife-when-where\/#Whale_Shark_in_Mexico_Swim_with_the_Worlds_Biggest_Fish\" >Whale Shark in Mexico: Swim with the World&#8217;s Biggest Fish<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/mexico-wildlife-when-where\/#Sea_Turtles_Where_to_Watch_Nesting_and_Hatching_in_the_Pacific_and_Caribbean\" >Sea Turtles: Where to Watch Nesting and Hatching in the Pacific and Caribbean<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/mexico-wildlife-when-where\/#Monarch_Butterflies_A_Natural_Wonder_in_the_State_of_Michoacan\" >Monarch Butterflies: A Natural Wonder in the State of Michoac\u00e1n<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/mexico-wildlife-when-where\/#Flamingos_Crocodiles_and_Other_Animals_in_the_Yucatan_and_Chiapas\" >Flamingos, Crocodiles and Other Animals in the Yucat\u00e1n and Chiapas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/mexico-wildlife-when-where\/#The_Ethics_of_Wildlife_Watching_How_to_Be_a_Responsible_Traveller\" >The Ethics of Wildlife Watching: How to Be a Responsible Traveller<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/mexico-wildlife-when-where\/#Where_to_Next\" >Where to Next<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/mexico-wildlife-when-where\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/mexico-wildlife-when-where\/#When_is_the_best_time_for_whale_watching_in_Mexico\" >When is the best time for whale watching in Mexico?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/mexico-wildlife-when-where\/#Where_can_I_swim_with_a_whale_shark_and_how_much_does_it_cost\" >Where can I swim with a whale shark and how much does it cost?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/mexico-wildlife-when-where\/#Can_I_wear_my_sunscreen_while_snorkeling_with_turtles_or_whale_sharks\" >Can I wear my sunscreen while snorkeling with turtles or whale sharks?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/mexico-wildlife-when-where\/#How_do_I_get_to_the_monarch_butterflies_and_how_does_it_work_there\" >How do I get to the monarch butterflies and how does it work there?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/mexico-wildlife-when-where\/#Where_can_I_find_the_largest_flocks_of_pink_flamingos\" >Where can I find the largest flocks of pink flamingos?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/mexico-wildlife-when-where\/#Is_it_safe_to_go_on_a_trip_to_see_crocodiles_in_Sumidero_Canyon\" >Is it safe to go on a trip to see crocodiles in Sumidero Canyon?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/mexico-wildlife-when-where\/#Why_do_I_have_to_wear_a_life_jacket_when_swimming_with_turtles_in_Akumal\" >Why do I have to wear a life jacket when swimming with turtles in Akumal?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TLDR\"><\/span>TL;DR<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Best month for wildlife:<\/strong> If you want to see as much as possible, go in January. You can combine whale watching in the west, monarch butterflies in central Mexico and flamingos on the Yucat\u00e1n.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Grey whales and humpbacks:<\/strong> The main season on the Baja California peninsula runs from December to April, with the absolute peak \u2014 and the best chance of seeing calves \u2014 in February and March.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Whale shark:<\/strong> In the Caribbean (Holbox, Isla Mujeres, Canc\u00fan) you&#8217;ll see them from mid-May to mid-September. In the Pacific (La Paz), it&#8217;s November to March.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Sea turtles:<\/strong> They nest from May to November; in the Akumal area a guide and life jacket are mandatory for snorkelling with them.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Monarch butterflies:<\/strong> They overwinter in the state of Michoac\u00e1n from November to March, with millions coating the trees at high altitudes.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Flamingos:<\/strong> Celest\u00fan is ideal from November to March, while R\u00edo Lagartos hosts nesting from March to June.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Conservation:<\/strong> Never touch the animals, keep your distance, and never enter cenotes or coral-rich seas wearing sunscreen.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wildlife_Calendar_What_Youll_See_in_Mexico_and_When\"><\/span>Wildlife Calendar: What You&#8217;ll See in Mexico and When<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When planning a wildlife trip, timing is absolutely crucial, because most of the most fascinating creatures only migrate to Mexico. If you book flights for October hoping to see grey whales or whale sharks in the Caribbean, you&#8217;ll sadly just be staring at an empty sea. To help you get your bearings, here&#8217;s a clear table of the biggest highlights and their seasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Month<\/th><th>Animal and location<\/th><th>What exactly you&#8217;ll see<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>January<\/strong><\/td><td>Whales (Baja), Monarchs (Michoac\u00e1n), Flamingos (Celest\u00fan)<\/td><td>The absolute jackpot \u2014 every migrating species is in place.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>February<\/strong><\/td><td>Grey whales (Baja California)<\/td><td>Peak season, with females teaching their calves in the lagoons.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>March<\/strong><\/td><td>Whales (Baja), Flamingos (R\u00edo Lagartos)<\/td><td>Whales slowly head out; flamingos in the northern Yucat\u00e1n begin nesting.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>April<\/strong><\/td><td>Whales (end of season), Sea turtles<\/td><td>The sea-turtle mating season begins along the coast.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>May<\/strong><\/td><td>Whale shark (Caribbean), Turtles<\/td><td>The whale-shark season near Holbox officially begins on 15 May.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>June<\/strong><\/td><td>Whale shark (Caribbean), Crocodiles (Banco Chinchorro)<\/td><td>Ideal calm seas for snorkelling with whale sharks.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>July<\/strong><\/td><td>Whale shark (Caribbean), Sea turtles<\/td><td>Peak season for the giant fish and for turtles nesting on the beaches.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>August<\/strong><\/td><td>Whale shark (Caribbean), Turtles<\/td><td>The last strong month for whale sharks on the east coast.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>September<\/strong><\/td><td>Crocodiles (Banco Chinchorro), Turtles<\/td><td>The whale-shark season on the Yucat\u00e1n ends around 17 September.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>October<\/strong><\/td><td>Sea turtles (hatching)<\/td><td>The biggest hatching of tiny turtles racing toward the sea begins.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>November<\/strong><\/td><td>Whale shark (La Paz), Monarchs<\/td><td>Whale sharks arrive in La Paz; the first butterflies settle in the mountains.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>December<\/strong><\/td><td>Whales (Baja), Flamingos (Celest\u00fan)<\/td><td>The main whale-watching season on the west coast kicks off.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> If your holiday dates are flexible and you want to see the widest variety of nature, plan your trip around the turn of January and February. The weather is pleasant everywhere and the animals are present in full numbers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Grey_Whales_and_Humpbacks_When_to_Visit_the_Baja_California_Peninsula\"><\/span>Grey Whales and Humpbacks: When to Visit the Baja California Peninsula<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a4348b48409d&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a4348b48409d\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1198\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/magdalena.jpg\" alt=\"Grey whale in Magdalena Bay\" class=\"wp-image-229385\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/magdalena.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/magdalena-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/magdalena-700x524.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/magdalena-768x575.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/magdalena-1536x1150.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/magdalena-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/magdalena-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/magdalena-696x521.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/magdalena-1392x1042.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Baja California peninsula is often called the world&#8217;s aquarium, and trust me, it earns that title down to the last letter. Every year, after travelling thousands of kilometres from the cold waters of Alaska, thousands of whales arrive here to mate and give birth in the warm, calm lagoons. Watching these giants with your own eyes is an experience that will give you goosebumps long after you get home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The stars of the west coast are grey whales and humpbacks. The season runs roughly from December to April, but if you want to be sure of seeing mothers with their tiny calves, come in February or March. The very best spots are the Ojo de Liebre and San Ignacio lagoons, which mean heading a little further north up the peninsula. It&#8217;s here that the whales are what&#8217;s known as &#8220;friendly&#8221; \u2014 they often approach the small boats themselves, with mothers literally nudging their calves up to the surface to get a look at the tourists. It&#8217;s a magical show.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you don&#8217;t want to travel that far north, Magdalena Bay is a great alternative. Tours set off from the small town of Puerto San Carlos, about three and a half hours&#8217; drive from La Paz or roughly five and a half hours from the popular resort of Cabo San Lucas. Local fishermen take you out in small boats called <em>pangas<\/em> right into the bay, where whales will be breaching and blowing geysers all around you. Always make sure your captain follows the rules and doesn&#8217;t chase the animals \u2014 respecting their space is the absolute priority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Mornings out on the ocean in Baja California can be surprisingly cold, even at the height of the season. Be sure to pack a waterproof windbreaker, a warm hoodie and maybe a beanie, because once the boat picks up speed the wind can really cut through you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whale_Shark_in_Mexico_Swim_with_the_Worlds_Biggest_Fish\"><\/span>Whale Shark in Mexico: Swim with the World&#8217;s Biggest Fish<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a4348b4848f4&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a4348b4848f4\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/zralok.jpg\" alt=\"Whale shark near La Paz\" class=\"wp-image-229386\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/zralok.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/zralok-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/zralok-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/zralok-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/zralok-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/zralok-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/zralok-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/zralok-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/zralok-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Picture yourself floating in crystal-clear blue water when suddenly, out of the shadows, an enormous creature covered in white spots emerges \u2014 looking like something straight out of prehistory. The whale shark is the largest fish on our planet, and swimming with one is a huge draw that brings tens of thousands of excited travellers to Mexico. But don&#8217;t worry: despite having the word &#8220;shark&#8221; in its name, it feeds only on plankton and tiny fish, so you&#8217;re of absolutely no interest to it and you&#8217;re in no danger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It does, however, depend on which Mexican coast you&#8217;re heading to, as the seasons differ dramatically. If you&#8217;re going to the east coast and the Caribbean (areas like <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cancun-mexico\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Canc\u00fan<\/a>, Isla Mujeres or the little island of Holbox), the season is strictly government-regulated from 15 May to 17 September. You&#8217;ll find the highest concentrations \u2014 and therefore the best chance of success \u2014 in the middle of summer, from June to August. Tours are organised early in the morning and very strict rules apply to absolutely everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A maximum of ten tourists are allowed on each boat, only two people enter the water with a guide at a time, and you must keep a distance of at least two metres. Touching the animal is strictly forbidden, and you may not use any sunscreen \u2014 not even the biodegradable kind \u2014 because the chemicals would harm the fish. The price for this tour is around 190 USD (about \u20ac175), which already includes the government fee for entering the reserve, roughly 125 USD. If, on the other hand, you&#8217;re heading west to the Pacific around the city of La Paz, whale sharks arrive there in winter, from November to March.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> For snorkelling in the Caribbean you can choose from certified agencies. You can verify the official rules and the list of permitted operators for the Holbox area on sites like <a href=\"https:\/\/holboxtravel.com.mx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Holbox Travel<\/a>. If you suffer from seasickness, take a tablet first thing in the morning \u2014 the open-water swells can be treacherous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sea_Turtles_Where_to_Watch_Nesting_and_Hatching_in_the_Pacific_and_Caribbean\"><\/span>Sea Turtles: Where to Watch Nesting and Hatching in the Pacific and Caribbean<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a4348b484def&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a4348b484def\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1069\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/zelvy.jpg\" alt=\"Releasing baby sea turtles\" class=\"wp-image-229434\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/zelvy.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/zelvy-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/zelvy-700x468.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/zelvy-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/zelvy-1536x1026.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/zelvy-696x465.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/zelvy-1392x930.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While whales and sharks amaze with their sheer size, sea turtles win everyone over with their charm and the incredible calm with which they glide beneath the surface. Mexico is hugely fortunate that every year thousands of females from several turtle species come ashore on its beaches to lay their eggs. The whole nesting process takes place roughly from May to November, and the subsequent hatching of the tiny turtles and their race for life toward the sea is one of the most moving experiences imaginable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Probably the best-known spot for snorkelling with turtles is Akumal beach on the Riviera Maya. You used to be able to just turn up and jump straight into the water, but because the tourist pressure became unbearable for the animals, the government introduced strict and much-needed restrictions. Today you may only enter the turtle zone with a certified local guide, you&#8217;re required to wear a life jacket (so you&#8217;re forced to swim on the surface and can&#8217;t dive down to the turtles), and you must keep a safe distance. The turtles graze on seagrass on the seabed and need space to come up for air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Besides the Caribbean, you&#8217;ll also find turtles on the Pacific coast, for example in the state of <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Oaxaca<\/a> (famous beaches such as Mazunte) or <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/puerto-vallarta-mexico\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Puerto Vallarta<\/a>. During the autumn months, organised releases of baby turtles take place here, run by rescue stations. This is how they protect the nests from poachers and predators and give the hatchlings a far greater chance of survival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> If you see a turtle on the beach laying eggs, never shine a torch or your phone&#8217;s flash at it. Light disorients them and they may return to the sea without laying their eggs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Monarch_Butterflies_A_Natural_Wonder_in_the_State_of_Michoacan\"><\/span>Monarch Butterflies: A Natural Wonder in the State of Michoac\u00e1n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a4348b4852b4&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a4348b4852b4\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1060\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/kdy-jet-do-mexika-motyli.jpg\" alt=\"Monarch butterflies in Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-227846\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/kdy-jet-do-mexika-motyli.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/kdy-jet-do-mexika-motyli-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/kdy-jet-do-mexika-motyli-700x464.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/kdy-jet-do-mexika-motyli-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/kdy-jet-do-mexika-motyli-1536x1018.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/kdy-jet-do-mexika-motyli-696x461.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/kdy-jet-do-mexika-motyli-1392x922.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not all of Mexico&#8217;s fascinating wildlife hides beneath the ocean&#8217;s surface. High in the mountains of the state of Michoac\u00e1n, amid pine and oyamel forests, one of the world&#8217;s most mysterious animal spectacles unfolds. Every year, millions of orange-and-black monarch butterflies fly here from Canada and the northern US, covering an incredible 4,000 kilometres to wait out the harsh northern winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The season runs from November to March, but if you want to see it at its most beautiful, plan your visit for January or February. At that time the trees are literally draped in clusters of butterflies so dense that the branches bend under their weight. Then, when the sun comes out and the forest warms up, millions of butterflies take to the air all at once. There are so many that you can hear the rustle of their wings and the sky turns orange.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Among the most visited and best-equipped reserves are El Rosario and Sierra Chincua. The path to them runs up steep mountain trails, so be ready for a bit of cardio at altitudes over 3,000 metres above sea level. The reserves themselves are very well organised, and by visiting you support the local communities that protect the forests from illegal logging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> A trip to the butterflies means setting off early in the morning into proper mountains. Temperatures here can drop to freezing, so layered clothing and comfortable hiking shoes are an absolute must \u2014 even if everywhere else in Mexico you&#8217;ve been wandering around in shorts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Flamingos_Crocodiles_and_Other_Animals_in_the_Yucatan_and_Chiapas\"><\/span>Flamingos, Crocodiles and Other Animals in the Yucat\u00e1n and Chiapas<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a4348b48573c&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a4348b48573c\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1068\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/flamingos.jpg\" alt=\"Flamingos in Celest\u00fan on the Yucat\u00e1n\" class=\"wp-image-229621\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/flamingos.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/flamingos-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/flamingos-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/flamingos-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/flamingos-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/flamingos-696x465.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/flamingos-1392x929.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Alejandro Ju\u00e1rez \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While the Yucat\u00e1n peninsula is famous for its Mayan ruins and magical <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/?p=229402\" rel=\"noopener\">cenotes<\/a>, it also harbours a huge amount of wildlife. If you love birds and colour, you have to see the flocks of flamingos. You&#8217;ll find these elegant pink birds mainly in two places. The first is the R\u00eda Celest\u00fan reserve on the western coast of the peninsula, best visited from November to March. The second is R\u00edo Lagartos in the far north, where as many as 40,000 individuals gather. They nest here from March to June, but you can actually see them year-round. Along the way you&#8217;ll surely hear about the pink lakes of Las Coloradas \u2014 but beware, these are used for salt extraction and swimming in them is strictly forbidden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you fancy a bit more adrenaline, Mexico will show you prehistoric giants in the form of crocodiles. One of the best places to watch them safely is the Sumidero Canyon National Park in the state of Chiapas. During a boat trip through the canyon, with its stunning walls up to 1,000 metres high, you&#8217;ll come across dozens of crocodiles lazily basking on the banks of the Grijalva River. More than two hundred of them live here. Tours usually start in the charming little town of Chiapa de Corzo, and you&#8217;ll find current information on park entry on the official <a href=\"https:\/\/mexicoturismo.com.mx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Mexico tourism<\/a> website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Experienced divers can head to the vast Banco Chinchorro atoll (departing from the village of Mahahual), where from June to September you can meet American crocodiles underwater. This expedition is reserved for true enthusiasts only, and the trips may be organised by a single certified centre, the <a href=\"https:\/\/xtcdivecenter.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">XTC Dive Center<\/a>. Also worth a mention is the Sian Ka&#8217;an Biosphere Reserve (a UNESCO site spanning 1.3 million acres south of Tulum), where with a bit of luck you&#8217;ll spot wild dolphins, sea turtles or rare manatees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> If you&#8217;re heading to the pink lakes of Las Coloradas near R\u00edo Lagartos, bear in mind that the water&#8217;s colour depends heavily on the sun and the time of day. They&#8217;re at their most vivid around midday, but if it&#8217;s overcast they can look more brown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Ethics_of_Wildlife_Watching_How_to_Be_a_Responsible_Traveller\"><\/span>The Ethics of Wildlife Watching: How to Be a Responsible Traveller<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a4348b485b74&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a4348b485b74\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1025\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/krokodyl.jpg\" alt=\"Crocodile on a riverbank\" class=\"wp-image-229622\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/krokodyl.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/krokodyl-300x192.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/krokodyl-700x448.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/krokodyl-768x492.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/krokodyl-1536x984.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/krokodyl-696x446.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/krokodyl-1392x892.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Zak Cole \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mexico&#8217;s nature is gorgeous, but it&#8217;s also incredibly fragile. Every year, millions of tourists arrive in the country, and this onslaught unfortunately takes its toll on the coral reefs, the rainforests and the animals themselves. Being a responsible traveller doesn&#8217;t mean you have to stay at home \u2014 it means behaving with the utmost respect for the environment you&#8217;re stepping into. Here are a few basic rules you should always keep in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most fundamental and important rule is: don&#8217;t touch. Whether it&#8217;s a starfish on the beach, a sea turtle or animals in the jungle. Human touch transfers bacteria to them, can damage their protective mucus and, in animals like turtles, causes enormous stress. You must also never pull a starfish out of the water, not even for a couple of seconds for a photo, because they suffocate very quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The second big topic is protecting the water. Sunscreens \u2014 even those labelled &#8220;biodegradable&#8221; or &#8220;reef safe&#8221; \u2014 contain substances that bleach and kill corals. For snorkelling with whale sharks, sunscreens are banned entirely. The same goes for a strict ban on using any creams or repellents before entering cenotes. These underground freshwater systems are interconnected and the chemicals linger in them. The popular Gran Cenote near Tulum, for example, bans all creams entirely, and you have to shower thoroughly before getting in the water. Entry fees to these natural wonders are also rising \u2014 at Dos Ojos, for instance, you&#8217;ll now pay around 350 pesos (about \u20ac18).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> For wildlife trips and diving in the sea, I recommend getting a quality long-sleeved swim top with a UV filter (a so-called rashguard). You then don&#8217;t have to worry about sunscreen on your back and shoulders at all, protecting yourself from sunburn and the seabed from pollution. For diving off the island of <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cozumel-mexico-things-to-do\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Cozumel<\/a> (the famous Palancar reef), also note that as of 2025 there&#8217;s a national park entry fee of 218 pesos per day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Next\"><\/span>Where to Next<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If Mexico has captured your imagination and you want to carry on planning your dream trip, take a look at our other articles, where we&#8217;ve put together a whole heap of inspiration for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Find out how to put together the perfect itinerary and <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-visit-mexico\/\" rel=\"noopener\">what to see in Mexico<\/a> on a two-week trip.<\/li>\n\n<li>Not sure which month to book your flights? We&#8217;ve written a detailed guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-time-to-visit-mexico\/\" rel=\"noopener\">when to go to Mexico<\/a> based on weather and prices.<\/li>\n\n<li>Tempted by whale sharks and island bliss without tarmac roads? 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On the Pacific side near the city of La Paz, you&#8217;ll see them in winter from November to March.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780300500002\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_wear_my_sunscreen_while_snorkeling_with_turtles_or_whale_sharks\"><\/span>Can I wear my sunscreen while snorkeling with turtles or whale sharks?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Definitely not. The use of sunscreen, even those labeled as biodegradable, is strictly prohibited when swimming with whale sharks. The same rules apply to most cenotes and protected coves; a much better solution is a UV-protective shirt that guards against the sun.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780300500003\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_get_to_the_monarch_butterflies_and_how_does_it_work_there\"><\/span>How do I get to the monarch butterflies and how does it work there?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The most famous reserves like El Rosario or Sierra Chincua are located in the mountains of Michoac\u00e1n state not far from Mexico City. The journey to them requires a hike at high altitude above 3,000 meters, so it&#8217;s necessary to have sturdy boots and warm clothing, because mornings there can be very chilly.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780300500004\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_can_I_find_the_largest_flocks_of_pink_flamingos\"><\/span>Where can I find the largest flocks of pink flamingos?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>On the Yucat\u00e1n Peninsula, there are two main places to see them. 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