Boat tour in Mexico City with Live Guide with Food and Drinks

4.8(250)2 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Boat.Mx.Tour

About this activity

Welcome to the Canals of Mexico City.

Our team is available 24 hours a day to support you throughout your journey in Mexico. We are here to make your experience seamless, safe and truly unforgettable.

Join our flagship canal tour and sail for 2.5 hours on a comfortable covered trajinera through the ancient waterways of Xochimilco — a UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back over 500 years.

What's Included

Expert live guide covering the history, culture and living traditions of Mexico City's canals

All drinks included: water, soft drinks, beer, tequila & mezcal

Speaker & music on board

Cinema popcorn

Marzipan tasting

Tamarind sweets

Mexican Lottery

What You'll Experience

Visit a 500-year-old hereditary island, a living piece of pre-Hispanic history

Authentic Mexican tacos on the island — chicken or vegetarian available

Replicas of the Island of the Dolls tribute to the site of Lady Gaga The Dead Dance

Sail back to port with unlimited drinks, music and great company on board.

Pets ok

What's included

✓Real Mexican tacos, elevated: chicken or vegetarian, freshly crafted.
✓All mandatory fees? On us. Purchase your ticket and that's it—zero hidden extras, zero surprises
✓Entry Fee — Your boarding ticket for 2.5 chic hours cruising Xochimilco's iconic Floating Gardens aboard a traditional Mexican boat. Your spot's locked in—just show up and vibe.
✓Snack in style: big-screen popcorn aboard your trajinera, plus traditional Mexican candies — peanut-rich Marzapan and tangy, natural-tamarind Pulparindo.
✓No pressure on tips, ever. We know every culture vibes differently, and we adapt to you—not the reverse. Any show of appreciation is always welcome, never expected.
✓Purified Water — Crisp, bottled spring water from Mexico, the effortless essential for staying refreshed under the Xochimilco sun.
✓Beer—crisp and cold. Tequila—the icon, smooth as ever. Mezcal—smoky and effortlessly cool. Pulque—, on trend again. Michelada—spiced, zesty, iconic. Margarita—the classic that never goes out of style.
✓Soft Drinks, the Icons — Cola, orange, lemon-lime, grapefruit, apple: your classic faves, always cold, fizzy, and refreshing on board your trajinera.

Not included

✕Coffee and/or Tea

Meeting and pickup

Meet at Embarcadero Los Flores Nativitas, Canal 237, San Jerónimo, Xochimilco. Search for “Visitxochimilco” on Maps. How will you find your guide? Very easy! Your guide will be wearing a black cap with a pink axolotl . Please arrive on time; the boat departs 15 minutes later.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We only serve alcoholic beverages to travelers over 21 years of age. Travelers under 21 years of age will be served non-alcoholic beverages. The tour itinerary will respect the choice of guests over 21 years of age who do not like to drink alcoholic beverages.
In the event of force majeure (due to congested canals and traffic), it may be impossible to reach the island and try pulque, especially on weekend afternoons. But don't worry, the party won't stop, our team will be prepared with typical regional food.
Optional: we could visit the Axolotl Sanctuary to see the Mexican Axolotl, with an extra cost
All guests are guaranteed a chair on the boat, boat chairs are the same size for all guests, our staff will assist guests with wheelchairs or babies to get on and off the boat.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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