The mangroves and foothills around San Blas on Mexico's Pacific coast are a birding hotspot where military macaws and several Amazon parrots can be found, from the La Tovara boat trips to the nearby forest canyons. The town is a classic winter birding base, with parrots and hundreds of other species in easy reach. The dry winter from November to March is the prime season.

Parrot in San Blas, Nayarit, Mexico

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About This Spot

The mangroves and foothills around San Blas on Mexico's Pacific coast are a birding hotspot where military macaws and several Amazon parrots can be found, from the La Tovara boat trips to the nearby forest canyons. The town is a classic winter birding base, with parrots and hundreds of other species in easy reach. The dry winter from November to March is the prime season.

Best Months to Visit

Up to 74% sighting chance in San Blas, Nayarit, Mexico. Best months: January, February, December.

  • January: 74%
  • February: 74%
  • December: 74%
  • March: 72%
  • November: 72%

Practical Information

  • Location: San Blas, Nayarit, Mexico
  • Country: Mexico
  • Coordinates: 21.5400, -105.2900
  • Effort: day trip
  • Accessibility: Easy
  • Observation mode: Watching

Frequently Asked Questions

Which parrots are around San Blas?

The military macaw and several Amazon parrots, among hundreds of bird species in the mangroves and foothills.

How do I see them?

On the La Tovara mangrove boat trips and on birding excursions into the nearby forest canyons with a local guide.

When is the best time?

The dry winter from November to March, the classic season for birding around San Blas.

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