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Like, if you are wanting a UK Kew Gardens experience, it aint here. The mosquitos are bloodthirsty and plentiful. Bug spray is a must. The plants are labeled and the discussion of the Mayen society is enlightening. read more
7 years ago
Great morning adventure. Spent the morning walking the 2km loop around the jungle. Spotted plenty of iguanas and 4 spider monkeys in the trees. The look out spots were great to see the monkeys in the trees. Make sure to wear insect repellent as there are a lot of mosquitoes. read more
10 years ago
This was a lovely afternoon adventure! Nearly empty, we only saw two other people the entire time. And three spider monkeys up in the trees! Beautiful natural paths lined with jungle plants, palms, cacti, flowers, medicinal gardens, natural caves, marshland. Small Mayan ruins and a recreation of a primitive village. Quiet, peaceful... you feel as if you're stepping back in time. Rope bridge was under repair but we did get to climb one of the lookout towers - fantastic view! If you're visiting the area and looking for a non-touristy spot, this is the place. NOTE: bug spray is highly recommended. read more
7 years ago
I'm really glad this place exists to protect the plants and the ruins inside of it. It is wonderful and the crew is great. Free ID guides are on loan at check in. TAKE BUG SPRAY. Being a botany nerd, I really appreciated all of the ID and work that went into it. The ruins are not excavated and not showy, but nonetheless very interesting. The plants are pretty great. Definitely worth stopping into. read more
11 years ago
My visit was late May, so very hot & humid and almost no other visitors. Trails are very rough, sometimes extremely rough. Maybe 1/5 of the path is 'paved', still rough but a wheelchair could do this section. I saw monkeys, lots. But you have to arrive early or late as they sleep through the heat of midday. I saw them 10-10:30am. Park opens at 9 though, it would be cooler. In May, very little was blooming. The various gardens were organized, but not particularly well cared for, nothing special about the gardens themselves. If you're a fan of botanical gardens you will find them disappointing. But - the monkeys made it worth the $10! Also, there are iguanas just everywhere. They did have some great and exotic trees and palms. Very peaceful place to spend a day, I will go back and bring a book for lounging in the reading room. The reading room by the fern garden is a shaded, screened shack with hammocks (sometimes) and hammock-chairs- great space to take a nap! Use the restroom by the parking lot before you start on the path because once you start down the path there's only one other restroom, and it is towards the beginning. Oh, and it is an outhouse (see picture). A nice outhouse - but still. Unless you hurray through the gardens you'll probably find yourself squatting at some point. Most of the "paths" are shaded by the lush jungle you are wandering through, but sections here and there are not (including the lookout towers). There are no amenities (food, water, etc) to purchase. Be sure to bring: hat, insect repellant (lots), snacks, good walking shoes, water read more
7 years ago
I visited this amazing Botanical garden in the late summer of 2018. It's s place lovingly taken care of, not a touristy, just beautiful rich learning ground for nature enthusiasts and for families. read more
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Carretera 307
Km 320
77580 Puerto Morelos, Quintana Roo
Mexico
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998 206 9233
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What time does Jardín Botánico Dr. Alfredo Barrera Marín open?
Jardín Botánico Dr. Alfredo Barrera Marín opens at 8:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
What time does Jardín Botánico Dr. Alfredo Barrera Marín close?
Jardín Botánico Dr. Alfredo Barrera Marín closes at 4:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Jardín Botánico Dr. Alfredo Barrera Marín is closed on Sunday.
Mon-Sat 8:00 AM - 4:00 PMSun Closed
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