El Triunfo Biosphere Reserve, high in the Sierra Madre de Chiapas, is the northern stronghold of the resplendent quetzal and one of Mexico's greatest birding expeditions. Reaching the cloud forest takes a demanding multi-day guided trek with permits, rewarded by quetzals and a wealth of rare highland birds. The best window is the dry breeding season from March to June, before the heavy rains close the trails.
El Triunfo Biosphere Reserve, high in the Sierra Madre de Chiapas, is the northern stronghold of the resplendent quetzal and one of Mexico's greatest birding expeditions. Reaching the cloud forest takes a demanding multi-day guided trek with permits, rewarded by quetzals and a wealth of rare highland birds. The best window is the dry breeding season from March to June, before the heavy rains close the trails.
Up to 82% sighting chance in El Triunfo Biosphere Reserve, Chiapas, Mexico. Best months: April, May, March.
It is a demanding multi-day trek into remote cloud forest, requiring permits, guides and camping, for fit and experienced hikers.
The dry breeding season from March to June, before the rains; the reserve limits and organises access to protect the forest.
El Triunfo is a birding treasure, with the horned guan, azure-rumped tanager and many other rare highland species.
Through authorised operators or the reserve itself, as visitor numbers and dates are strictly managed with advance permits.
