Xochimilco Magic: Culture, Canals & Mezcal, 3hr boat adventure!

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Mexico City, Mexico

3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Experience the magic of Xochimilco on this half-day trajinera boat tour. Board a colorful vessel and set off along the scenic canals, learning about the area’s history and wildlife as you go. Get into the fiesta spirit with complimentary tastings of mezcal and tequila, plus homemade tacos and traditional dishes served onboard. Listen to Latin music as you sail or hire a passing mariachi boat for added entertainment.

Experience the magic of Xochimilco on a trajinera boat tour
Get an intimate glimpse of the protected canalways
Enjoy mezcal, tequila, and homemade tacos as you sail
Benefit from the insider knowledge of your guide

What's Included

3 hour boat ride
Ice Cooler and Music Speaker included
Alcoholic Beverages

Tequila and Mezcal (for ages 18+) throughout the boat ride!
Snacks

Mexican snacks
Lunch

Fresh-cooked meal

Mariachis available for hire (250 MXN per song)
Bathrooms cost 10 MXN pesos each time
Axolotes - Entrance to see Axolotes cost 30 MXN pesos ($2USD)

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Trajineras Xochimilco - Embarcadero Cuemanco
Periférico sur Adolfo Ruíz Cortines, Xochimilco, 16034, Cuidad de mexico CDMX Embarcadero, Cuemanco, Xochimilco, 16034 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
When you are getting dropped off by the parking lot of Embarcadero Cuemanco, you will see the dock undergoing a renovation. The meeting point is at the information booth located next to the canal towards the centre. We will send you additional information a day before the experience.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Xochimilco

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Laguna Tlilac

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Chinampa ONKALI

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ajolotario Tlazocamati Tonantzin

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation

Most travelers can participate
Bathrooms along the way are rustic and cost 5 pesos each time.
Alcoholic beverages consumption must be 18+ years old.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.8

based on 43 reviews

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Great fun!

Antonio_C, Jan 2026

Luis Fe was an excellent guide, always making sure that the guests are enjoying themselves and explaining everything

Response from Host, Jan 2026

We loved having you with us Antonio! We hope to see you on your next trip to Mexico City!

3 hour trip, where you...

Kerry_T, Dec 2025

3 hour trip, where you get historical information about the area and an opportunity to try Pulque along the way. Arturo, our guide, and Roberto, our rowing captain were both great.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Arturo and Roberto will be pleased to see your review. Hope to have you with us again in your next trip to the city. Thanks Kerry!

Highly recommended!

Jesse_H, Nov 2025

The organizer was very helpful. He answered immediately when I called when I did not see the host at the designated meeting point. Once I found the group we had another 20 minutes before debarking (1430 trip left at 1500). The host did an amazing job making the experience fun and informative. I booked fairly last minute after already being in CMDX the week of Día de muertos and hearing about Xochimilco and it ended up being one of the highlights of the entire trip. I will recommend this to anyone regardless of where they are from.

Such a great tour with...

Madison_S, Jun 2025

Such a great tour with Maria! We were a little worried because it was a very rainy Monday, but us and the other group on the trip had a blast. Maria was informative and fun, and we enjoyed learning about the history of Xochimilco and having some great tequila. Would totally recommend!

Great Experience

Dharini_S, Feb 2025

It was an amazing experience. Maria was our host and she was simply great. I wish the food could be better. The tamales were sad so would suggest to grab some food with you for the ride. U will find fruits and margarita vendors along the way.

The most fun o had in CDMX!

Taylor_A, Jul 2024

My friend and I booked this experience and it was the most unexpected adventure we had on our trip! Our tour guide did such an excellent job sharing stories of the area and making us feel comfortable. This is a GREAT way to meet other travelers! We started off slow but once the drinks started flowing it turned into a full blown party boat! SUCH A GREAT TIME! This is your sign to book this experience

Great even if traveling solo.

Veronica_F, May 2024

Of course worth it!!! They asked us to move our reservation up so we could join another group. We didnt mind it: it was a great time. As a group, we opted to hire marachi band (~$800 mxn pesos for 4 songs) Arturo was our guide: he made sure everyone had a great time! Great energy. Definitely worth it; even if traveling solo.

Highly Recommend!!

Prakash_P, Apr 2024

Awesome time. Arturo was amazing and very knowledgeable. He made sure we had a good time while also learning about the history. Highly recommend.

Great guide, terrific afternoon

IanLevenstein, Feb 2024

Had a wonderful experience going down Xochimilco with Christine as our guide! Super fun, good mescal and tequila, delicious lunch, and we learned tons about the history of the canals and the local islands. Would highly recommend!

Response from Host, Feb 2024

Hi Ian, it was great having you with us! Enjoy the rest of your time in Mexico City!

Unforgettable Xochimilco Experience

Anjali_P, Oct 2023

I don’t know a more perfect way to experience Xochimilco then with a group of amazing people and the best guide, Sam, who was so knowledgeable and passionate about area. We made new friends, got to see axolotls, and listen to mariachi band play! I would highly recommend this tour, you will not regret it!