Top Mexico Budget Wildlife Viewing Trips & Packages 2025/2026

Our 36 most popular Mexico Budget Wildlife Viewing Trips & Packages trips. Compare tour itineraries from 11 tour companies. 10 reviews.

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National Parks of the Southwest Escorted (feat. Grand Canyon)
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3/5 Average
34 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Sightseeing tour of Albuquerque
  • One-way aboard the Grand Canyon Railway to the Grand Canyon in Coach accommodations
  • Touring of Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon National Park
  • Tram ride in Zion National Park
  • Exploring The Famous Las Vegas Strip

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"The agents are not helpful and just rush to make the reservations so they get the commission. I was never told that I could make my own hotel reservations for half the price. When I called the reservations to see how much the cost of the hotel they reserved was, I was told they did not know. I called again and was transferred to another agent who told me the price. I wanted to make the change, but they would not give me credit. They would only give me a voucher for future use. I don't want a voucher because I do not want to travel by Amtrak anymnnore."

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Whales & Wildness: Spring in the Sea of Cortez
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3.5/5 Great
30 reviews
Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

  • Spring in the Sea of Cortez is the best time to see large pods of dolphins and various species of whales—blue, sperm, pilot, fin, humpback and Bryde’s—all in the same week.
  • Explore water-level caves by kayak, hike uninhabited beaches, snorkel among fish and acrobatic sea lions, and see colorful cactus blossoms.
  • Visit the old mining town of Santa Rosalia, with its wooden homes and historic steel church, designed by Gustave Eiffel.
  • Experience a voyage of pure discovery in a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a flexible itinerary and sites chosen by the region’s most knowledgeable staff, based on conditions and to maximize wildlife sightings.

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Education / Learning, National Parks, High Adventure, Scuba Diving, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"We booked a National Geographic expedition Holland and Belgium by River. The promotional literature promised a 14-day deposit refund window. The “invoice” was marked “non-refundable” deposit. We completed the National Geographic Traveler Information. About 8 days later we received the “Travel Agreement” to be signed. We both approved and signed the National Geographic documents. A Cruise Line Travel agreement was enclosed but had no signature line. This document contained language which was unacceptable. We submitted the signed NatGeo documents. The following day we canceled the trip due to the unacceptable Cruise Line language. Cancellation was made 12 days after booking and no deposit was returned. We were told on the phone that the refund deadline was triggered by the 14 day window OR signatures on the Travel Agreement which ever came first. This was NEW information. To date, we have received NO refund of our $1000. We cancelled our trip within the advertised 14 day window."

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Baja Women's Coastal Sailing
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4.7/5 Excellent
28 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • This is an outdoor leadership course designed for 23 years and older
  • Cherish the opportunity to strengthen your confidence and leadership skills
  • Get learned about technical sailing and wilderness expedition skills
  • Explore Baja’s unique natural history and landscapes

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Hiking & Walking, Sailing, National Parks, High Adventure, Scuba Diving, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Women Only

What travelers are saying

"Great Wilderness courses!"

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Rio de Janeiro to Fort Lauderdale
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4.2/5 Great
10 reviews
Large Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

  • An opportunity to see virtually every landmark in Rio, with breathtaking views from Sugar Loaf and Corcovado Mountains.
  • Enjoy a guided drive through Montevideo to Punta del Este, the world-renowned seaside resort.
  • Experience the lifestyle of a Uruguayan gaucho on this visit to the Estancia La Rábida; a day of relaxation and enjoyment.
  • An opportunity to get to know the Argentine gaucho by participating in a real gaucho festival, with traditional music and dance.
  • Experience the magical End of the World Train and visit part of the stunning Tierra del Fuego National Park.
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Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Clean and elegantly decorated ship, not gaudy like another cruise ship I have been on. I got a beautiful room with a balcony. The choice of foods was wonderful. I really enjoyed the shows and the music and the sightseeing."

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In search of the Maya through Honduras, Belize, Guatemala & Mexico
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4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Birding, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Another wonderful trip organised by the team at Audley Travel. This time we arranged a holiday to South Africa. Robyn Hutchons was our advisor and her personal experience and knowledge was invaluable in planning the holiday. The local ground agents in South Africa were extremely helpful in resolving some car hire problems. All in all, I have no hesitation in recommending Audley and we will certainly be using them again for our holidays."

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Exploring Mexico's Yucatan: Merida, Chichen Itza & Tulum
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4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Another wonderful trip organised by the team at Audley Travel. This time we arranged a holiday to South Africa. Robyn Hutchons was our advisor and her personal experience and knowledge was invaluable in planning the holiday. The local ground agents in South Africa were extremely helpful in resolving some car hire problems. All in all, I have no hesitation in recommending Audley and we will certainly be using them again for our holidays."

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Cultures & Canyons of Western USA Self-Drive
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4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Another wonderful trip organised by the team at Audley Travel. This time we arranged a holiday to South Africa. Robyn Hutchons was our advisor and her personal experience and knowledge was invaluable in planning the holiday. The local ground agents in South Africa were extremely helpful in resolving some car hire problems. All in all, I have no hesitation in recommending Audley and we will certainly be using them again for our holidays."

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Water and the Maya: Archaeology of the Northern Yucatan
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4.3/5 Great
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

  • Walking is the best way to get to know a new place
  • I’m energetic and enjoy a good physical challenge, so I’m always ready to spend the day on the move
  • Whether it’s public transit, city streets or village cobblestones, I’m game

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Culinary & Wine, Photography, National Parks, Yoga, Meditation & Wellness, Relaxing Retreats, Holy Land

What travelers are saying

"I enrolled early in the French Art Voyage because of the caliber of the sites visited: no visit to the overly crowded Louvre but rather to Monet’s Giverny and Cezanne’s studio. A preliminary itinerary I just received has no mention of Giverny so I went online to be sure it was still open. It is. I checked Cezanne’s studio and found it closed for renovation. I called Road Scholar to ask why Giverny was canceled and did they mean Cezanne perhaps. A customer service rep was clueless. I spelled Giverny to her twice. She put me on hold for 15 minutes, returned and said someone would contact me. I told her to wait a minute. I had more. Was Cezanne’s studio to be canceled as well.? Five days later I get an email from Judith telling me Giverny was not officially on the itinerary, Cezanne’s studio had to be removed due to renovation and I could not see the Mona Lisa!!! I responded saying I sensed some bait and switch also reminding her I NEVER asked about the Mona Lisa. She replied telling me how to arrange Giverny for myself and reiterating that I could not see the Mona Lisa!!!! I have experienced ageism but not gaslighting like this. I am not an old fool who imagined Giverny on the itinerary. I am not an old fool insisting on a Mona Lisa that was not. Road Scholar has no business marketing to elders with staff like this."

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Mexico Budget Wildlife Viewing Trips & Packages Reviews

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Jay

Apr 2023

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Beware Scam Company Amtrak Vacations is NOT Amtrak

I found out too late that we had fallen for this company pretending to be part of Amtrak - how they have been operating without a cease and desist is beyond my compr...

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National Parks tour

Mar 2023

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Great trip

We took the National Parks tour to Arches, Zion, and Grand Canyon. They did not inform us we had to find our own way to get the rental car at Grand Junction. We had ...

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Marty

Sep 2022

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Could not be worse. Don't use these people. If you want to ride Amtrack, schedule excursions on your own.

Luckily, my trip was terminated by the strike threatened cancellation of trains out of Chicago. But in 3 days: 1. They say that our a) 1- day stay at Little Ameri...

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Not for young people

May 2021

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Might be nice for older folk, but if you are in your 20s-30s and hoping for adventure, this isn’t it.

First, let me say the customer service at Amtrak Vacations was incredible. Very responsive and quick to help. The train from Chicago to Salt Lake City was great. Ver...

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Fiestyitaliangal

Aug 2018

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6 day Row Sea Kayak Adventures

Beyond my expectations with an abundance of wildlife, professional, knowledgeable and friendly guides, amazing food, spectacular scenery and clean stand-up tents tha...

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