Bird-Watching at La Tovara National Park

The boat-billed heron is among the more than 250 bird species that bird-watchers might spot in Mexico's La Tovara National Park, located 100 miles north of Puerto Vallarta near the colonial town of San Blas. // © 2015 Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau

Francisco Garcia of Safaris San Blas is one local operator who leads bird-watching expeditions in the area. // © 2015 Chelsee Lowe

Visitors can look for crocodiles, birds and more on a motorboat through the park, which begins at around $8 per person (bird-watching guide not included). // © 2015 Chelsee Lowe

A "garza tigre," or tiger heron, in La Tovara National Park // © 2015 Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau

Hotel Garza Canele in San Blas caters to bird-watchers with pre-sunrise breakfasts and proximity to the park. // © 2015 Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Vasquez family runs the quaint property, and fresh-baked breads and homemade jams and juices are among morning snacks at the on-site El Delfin restaurant. // © 2015 Chelsee Lowe