Top Central Mexico On the Water

Cruise Xochimilco canals in a colorful boat on a festive tour exploring Mexico City's historic waterways. In between sightseeing stops at Xochimilco islands, music and karaoke keep things lively—and so does included food and chilled beverages from beer to soft drinks and mezcal.

Capture the colorful spirit of CDMX’s historic canals on a Xochimilco boat trip that saves you getting bogged down with planning. Your on-board guide provides historical and cultural context sure to enhance your experience of the UNESCO-listed waterways, while region food and drink such as tequila and tamarind candy add to the adventure.

This tour is unique since you will visit the Xochimilco ecological reserve to appreciate the sunrise. A specialized guide will train you to use the kayak and will accompany you on the tour. The itinerary is as follows: First Laguna de Teshuilo, It is the first point that you can visit, of this lagoon that is recognized by the locals as the place of celebration during Holy Week. Also to Isla de las Muñecas, second point where you can see the famous Isla de las Muñecas created by Julián Santana. Lastly, Canal de Apampilco, this representative canal because it is one of the oldest canals and its tradition says that the Aplantles existed that give biodiversity to the Xochimilco wetland. Throughout the walk you will see the traditional chimapas that were created by the Xochimilca civilization for the cultivation of flowers and vegetables. For an additional cost you can have a breakfast with local products.

Enjoy the Xochimilco canals at sunrise on a kayak (no previous experience required). On this tour, you'll have the equipment and a guide to navigate safely in Xochimilco. Admire nature and the views of the imposing Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl volcanoes. Breakfast in a chinampa is included (if this option is selected). Round-trip transportation is included (if this option is selected). Come and discover this sanctuary within Mexico City.

Discover Xochimilco on this trajinera (flat-bottomed boat) tour. Enjoy unlimited drinks as you cruise the canals, with your guide providing historical and cultural insights. Stop on a chinampa island for a meal of Mexican tacos (with vegetarian options available). Take part in a cocktail workshop, listen to Mexican music, and play games onboard, ensuring a memorable group experience.

Experience a 2-hour trajinera ride through Xochimilco’s canals while your guide shares cultural insights. Join our legendary guacamole contest and enjoy snacks and UNLIMITED drinks (beer, tequila, mezcal) with great music. We accommodate all dietary preferences. • UNLIMITED premium drinks to keep the party going. • Create your own GUACAMOLE and compete for the best flavor. • Top-quality service before and during your experience. • Fun guaranteed!

Imagine browsing the mystical canals of Xochimilco, surrounded by colors and music. Embark on an unforgettable tour where a tasting of premium tequilas and mezcales awaits, accompanied by handcrafted cocktails and a feast of Mexican flavors. The atmosphere is filled with magic with live music and an expert guide who will take you to know the stories and legends of this unique place. Don’t miss this sensory experience that will transform your visit to Xochimilco into something extraordinary!

Escape the typical tourist crush and immerse yourself in an unforgettable nature adventure as you silently glide through Xochimilco's ancient canals on a kayak. This UNESCO World Heritage site offers a peaceful retreat where you can actively explore the historic chinampas (floating gardens), which embody the enduring Mexican Aztec culture and tradition of pre-Hispanic agriculture. Keep your eyes open for vibrant local and migratory birds—from herons to kingfishers—making it a perfect blend of peaceful wildlife spotting and exhilarating physical activity. This is your chance for a truly fun, authentic, and up-close discovery of Mexico City's living history. Book your paddle and discover the hidden heart of Xochimilco today!

Come and fly over the majestic Teotihuacan Valley and see the land "where the gods were created." You have never seen a view as magnificent as one from the skies. If you are visiting Mexico City, you’re just 45 minutes away from a once-in-a-lifetime experience. This tour is the winner of the Top 10 Adrenaline Rush Experience in the world by Viator Fly with Volare, Mexico’s leading hot air balloon company with over 15 years of experience. Includes 30 to 50 minute flight in a shared balloon* Mexican breakfast at the balloon port after the flight Coffee break service before the flight Honor toast and diploma upon landing Round-trip transportation from Mexico City (optional)** Extra free time to visit the archeological site (optional)*** Notes In order to bring the best experience for all our passengers, we only fly once per day. Total duration: from 3 to 9 hours (subjected to round-trip transportation options). *Flight duration is subject to weather conditions. **Check the transportation service options available. ***Entrance fee and tour guide for the archeological site not included

Enjoy a ride in our private boat (trajinera) since 1 hour, you can decide how many hours do you want to have fun. A man will row and controling the boat crossing the touristic cannal. You can organize your own party or just enjoy the cannal seeing the other boats around you. Be free to bring all the thing you need to have fun and a wonderful Xochimilco experience.

What makes this experience stand out is the real attention to detail and the traveler experience. It’s not just a trajinera ride, it’s an all-inclusive experience carefully designed for you to enjoy, relax and feel attentive at all times. Our tour is designed to create connection, laughter and a fun and competitive atmosphere, always accompanied by excellent quality drinks, traditional food included accompanied by a shot of pulque and a final tasting of mezcal that closes the experience in a special way. We constantly work on innovating and improving, looking for new dynamics, details and surprises that make each tour unique. Many customers return, and that motivates us to always offer something new and something more. Here we take care of every moment so that you leave happy, with the feeling that the value of the experience is noticeable in everything you receive. You don’t just come for a drink, you come to live an authentic and memorable experience in Xochimilco.

Xochimilco is a unique ecological reserve, renowned for its natural wealth, historical legacy and deep cultural roots. In its waters sailed and worked the ancient Mexica peoples, developing an ingenious agricultural system. Experience Xochimilco from another perspective: aboard a traditional boat (cayuco), guided by a local person who will take you through the Xochimilco canals at dawn. Enjoy the scenery as the sun rises, watch birds and other native species. To close the tour, taste an organic breakfast harvested in the same region.

Xochimilco is the party — Tláhuac is the soul. If you’re looking for a Mexico City trajinera boat ride that feels real (not crowded, not chaotic), this is your move. We’ll leave the city behind and head to the hidden canals of Tláhuac, a calmer, more local side of CDMX where tradition is still part of everyday life. You’ll hop on your trajinera and glide through quiet waterways — no massive party boats, no blasting speakers. Just birds, a fresh breeze, and that rare feeling of Mexico City slowing down for once. Along the route, we’ll explore the canal landscape and floating gardens (chinampas), learn the story behind this historic water culture, and—when available—meet locals who still live and work by the canals. We’ll also enjoy simple, locally made snacks with ingredients grown nearby, because the best souvenirs are edible and don’t fit in a suitcase. You’ll head back with more than photos: a true connection to the heart of Mexico City, the part most travelers never get to see.

Celebrate Mexico’s most iconic tradition on a magical night journey through the canals of Xochimilco with dinner, drinks and Day of the Dead storytelling. Step aboard a traditional trajinera and experience the spirit of Day of the Dead in one of Mexico City’s most atmospheric settings. Cruise through candlelit canals, enjoy a themed Mexican dinner, sip local drinks, and discover the meaning behind one of the world’s most celebrated cultural traditions. This unforgettable night blends culture, beauty and emotion in a truly unique seasonal experience. Why book this experience? ✔ Seasonal limited-time experience ✔ Night trajinera ride in Xochimilco ✔ Day of the Dead themed dinner ✔ Drinks included ✔ Candlelit canals and festive atmosphere ✔ Unique cultural storytelling ✔ Incredible photo opportunities A rare chance to celebrate one of Mexico’s most beautiful traditions in an authentic and memorable setting

Travel through the canals of CDMX in Xochimilco towards the island of the dolls, learn about the legend behind this magical island and enjoy Mexican activities and games, a unique experience and dare to see the city differently with venues and activities other than the party boats.

Delve into one of the most amazing areas of Mexico City, which preserves the remains of the indigenous era. We will kayak and take a trip back in time where you can appreciate what the city looked like when it was still a lake full of floating islands designed by the Xochimilcas. We will stop at one of these islands to teach you the ancestral farming technique and you will be able to meet one of the rarest and most incredible species in the world, native to this magical place: the axolotl. Navigating the canals will be an experience of contemplation and introspection. This is a tour for nature lovers and those looking to live something meaningful on their travels. For those who want to delve into pre-Hispanic culture, learn and have a deeply enriching experience rather than a day of partying and alcohol. ***All our experiences are subject to change without prior notice due to circumstances beyond our control***

Skip the crowded trajinera trips and get a different perspective of Xochimilco on this 3-hour kayaking tour. Paddle through ancient canals, pass traditional island farms, and explore less-frequented routes for a closer look at the region’s flora and fauna. Learn about the area’s history and wildlife directly from your guide and benefit from a personalized small-group experience.

Ride a traditional barge through Xochimilco canals, then visit Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera landmarks on this private tour that immerses you in Aztec history and Mexico City art. This value-packed experience includes hotel pickup and drop-off; admission to Xochimilco, the Museo Diego Rivera Anahuacalli, and the Frida Kahlo Museum, plus a visit to the mosaic murals at the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM).

Visit two of Mexico City's most interesting attractions—the National Museum of Anthropology and Chapultepec Castle—in just a few hours on this half-day walking tour. Your guide helps you navigate the enormous National Museum of Anthropology, which houses the largest collection of traditional Mexican art in the world. Then, discover Chapultepec Castle’s 12 halls filled with royal artifacts and learn about its origins as a retreat for Aztec rulers.

Today you will travel with me to the best hot springs in Mexico in the state of Hidalgo, important the best days to visit the park is Monday to Thursday, Friday, weekends or holidays the park is more crowded and for what travelers from many other places say, 8 kilometers of thermal river, natural grottos, waterfalls, incredible landscapes and the best pools for your photos of instagram, tiktok, etc. Always accompanied by an experienced guide and driver, we have been doing this experience for 6 years, you will not regret it!

Live a relaxed and authentic experience in Xochimilco : ✓ Easy and comfortable boarding in traditional suitcase ✓ Quiet sailing through Aztec canals UNESCO at your own pace ✓ Unlimited drinks and movie-like popcorn served throughout the tour ✓ Patient local guide sharing fascinating stories ✓ Mexican Lottery paused with prize included ✓ Simple landing on authentic floating island ✓ Traditional food: fresh Mexican tacos + Aztec pulque ✓ Learn how to make micheladas without hurry while drinking mezcal ✓ Typical sweets and unique handmade popcorn ✓ Comfortable seats with backrest and shaded areas ✓ Ample time for photos, rest and bathing All at a relaxed and comfortable pace. The tour starts and ends at the same point. Book now and enjoy stress-free!

This isn’t a party boat and it’s not just a paddle. It’s a small-group kayak experience centered on Indigenous storytelling, living ancient traditions, and the deeper history of Xochimilco. As we move through the canals, we make dedicated stops to share how the ancient lake system was understood by its original inhabitants. Through native sources, traditional sayings, and the original language of the region, we explore the meaning behind the chinampas, the importance of flowers and water, and how daily life grew from this landscape. Along the way, you’ll pass working chinampas and local canal life, experiencing the calm side of Xochimilco while reconnecting with nature. We use kayaks instead of motorized boats to keep the experience quiet and respectful of this fragile UNESCO wetland. Small groups allow space for real conversation, questions, and reflection. The route covers about 5 km (3 miles) over 3 relaxed hours. Beginner-friendly, with a safety briefing before departure.

Discover the culinary riches of Mexico City’s historic center on this half-day walking and tasting tour. Savor authentic Mexican cuisine, designated a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, as an in-the-know guide takes your small group to a local market, street food stalls, and more. Enjoy a wide range of samples, gain insight into Mexico’s history and culture, and admire the city's historical architecture along the way.