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It was a great time...
It was a great time traveling through the canals. Diego and the Crew kept us entertained the entire time . Highly recommended.
Mexico City Canals by Boat with Live Commentary with Meal Drinks
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $76 / person
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 36 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 30
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- 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.
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Description
Xochimilco Canal Tour — The Ultimate Mexico City Experience Discover one of Mexico City's most iconic ️ UNESCO World Heritage Sites aboard a traditional gondola-style boat (trajinera). Cruise through the ancient canals of Xochimilco for 2 unforgettable ⏳ hours while your expert ️ live guide shares the history and fascinating traditions behind this 500-year-old waterway What's included: ⭐ Live English-speaking guide with cultural knowledge ⭐ All drinks included: water, soft drinks, beer, tequila & mezcal ⭐ Bluetooth speaker & karaoke on board ⭐ Traditional Mexican snacks: marzipan, tamarind candy and classic popcorn ⭐ Mexican Lottery (Lotería) game on board ⭐ Visit to a local island over 500 years old with authentic tacos ⭐ The tour passes the Replicas of the Island of the Dolls known for Lady Gaga's The Dead Dance Why choose us? ✅ No tourist traps ✅Restrooms are available both at the dock and on the island ✅ Join a lively group of fellow travelers ✅ Authentic culture
Tour Options
Itinerary
My staff will support you 24 hours a day to complete your trip through Mexico, welcome to the canals of Mexico City. Get your boat and join the best tour on the canals of Mexico City. Live the best tour of your life sailing 2.5 hours on our boat in the canals of City Xochimilco. The Tour includes everything you need, a live guide who will explain the history of the canals and the traditions that surround the life of Mexico City, food and drinks. Enjoy all the factory bottled drinks that we will cool and bring for you: Water, flavored soft drinks, beer, tequila and mezcal, we will bring a speaker to listen good music and play karaoke. Try marzipan, tamarind and artesanal popcorn Play the Mexican lottery or Mexican bingo. Visit my family's island, which is more than 500 years old and eat mexican tacos. Visit Replicas of the Island of the Dolls, known for Lady Gaga's 'The Dead Dance' video with Tim Burton. Sail back to the port, while we will enjoy unlimited drinks & landscapes.
Highlights
All mandatory charges are covered by us. Your ticket includes everything—no extra costs.
Soft Drinks You Trust — Familiar favorites: cola, orange, lemon-lime, grapefruit, apple. Cold, fizzy, always refreshing onboard.
Tips are optional, always. We recognize every culture is different, and we adapt to you. Any gesture of appreciation is welcome.
Enjoy big-screen style popcorn aboard the boat, plus traditional Mexican candies, just like those found in Vegas-style candy shops.
Entry Fee — Full access aboard the boat for 2.5 hours cruising Xochimilco's Floating Gardens. Spot reserved and secured.
Purified Water — Fresh, trusted bottled water from Mexican springs, keeping you hydrated amid the Xochimilco landscapes.
Beer—cold, light, perfect for the heat Tequila—smooth and reliably classic Mezcal—smoky, authentic Pulque—a genuine local tradition Michelada—beer, lime, spices Margarita—tequila, lime-salt done right
Real Mexican tacos await: chicken or vegetarian, expertly made.
What's included
Included
All mandatory charges are covered by us. Your ticket includes everything—no extra costs.
Soft Drinks You Trust — Familiar favorites: cola, orange, lemon-lime, grapefruit, apple. Cold, fizzy, always refreshing onboard.
Tips are optional, always. We recognize every culture is different, and we adapt to you. Any gesture of appreciation is welcome.
Enjoy big-screen style popcorn aboard the boat, plus traditional Mexican candies, just like those found in Vegas-style candy shops.
Entry Fee — Full access aboard the boat for 2.5 hours cruising Xochimilco's Floating Gardens. Spot reserved and secured.
Purified Water — Fresh, trusted bottled water from Mexican springs, keeping you hydrated amid the Xochimilco landscapes.
Beer—cold, light, perfect for the heat Tequila—smooth and reliably classic Mezcal—smoky, authentic Pulque—a genuine local tradition Michelada—beer, lime, spices Margarita—tequila, lime-salt done right
Real Mexican tacos await: chicken or vegetarian, expertly made.
Traveller Ratings
4.9
36 reviews
Important Information
- 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.
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Mexico City Canals by Boat with Live Commentary with Meal Drinks lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $76 per person for this Mexico City experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is 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.. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible 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.
Reviews(36)
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Fun over Culture
Fun and jolly ride in the canals. Our guide was good. We were more keen to go on a quieter trip and learn about the ancient floating islands and observe nature - but this does not seem to be on offer
J
Our host was Amara Des...
Our host was Amara Des who was fantastic and engaging. Bi-lingual baddie who made sure to teach both English and Spanish speakers about the canals as well as Mexican tradition and more. A great way to spend your morning/afternoon.
S
Amazing experience! My...
Amazing experience! My boat had people from all walks of life and everyone enjoyed the tour. Would recommend for anyone
M
Best friend trip♥️
The canal is really small. You will enjoy it if you hust want a " boat party". There is not much sight seeing there. The boats are very crowded and they ram into each other often. A lot of boats come by to sell you a lot of stuff. They do feed you snacks, lots and lots of alcohol and some Mexican food. They also expect tips and " Luis is THE 😈 " you will know what I mean. He Is the life of the party. Be prepared to be " Luci...fied". Highly advice to go with friends. This is not a boat party for solo travelers or non- alcoholics. Take a lot of cash and they expect tipping. Be careful about souvenirs and there a lot of shops around and do not bargain as the price appears to be fixed. Take measures to get over hang overs. They have a remedy for that. Oh ! If you go between winter or summer break ,( USA time) take a jacket as it will be cold !
L
While it may be called a...
While it may be called a booze cruise, you don't need to drink to have fun. The hosts, Omar and Desi were great made sure everyone was having a good time.
J
Would do again!
Hugo was amazing! He made sure to make the entire time special! 20/10 experience. It’s such a beautiful pace. Mornings are calm as you can really take in the nature. Loved learning about Mexico culture and offerings! Can’t wait to come again and request Hugo!
M
Fun boat adventure in Xochimilco, MX
Amara (Des) was a fun, enthusiastic host for our boat ride. Mario expertly directed us through the crowded canals. Our boat was full of fun people who met on the ride and became friends!
M
We had a wonderful time...
We had a wonderful time on the tour with our guide Camila! She’s the best! She was able to get my quiet group of 10 to play and party! We highly recommend a tour around the canals with her. Book the tour earlier in the day, as the canals get busy.
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Drinking party boat
This was a cute drinking party boat. Very little explanation of the history of the canals and no discussion of ecology or nature. We didn’t realize this was just for tourists who want to be together drinking and laughing while floating up and then down a canal. It was fun for those who were looking for that experience. Everyone was friendly and we joined in. There was pressure to drink alcohol, for sure. It was the expectation. We don’t drink, really. We took tiny shots when everyone else did, and I hoped that when we spun the dreidel it wouldn’t land on “scorpion” which would have meant I’d have to tilt my head back and try to aim the bottle into my mouth while holding it behind and over my head… So there you go! Our experience.
Operator response
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We truly appreciate your feedback. We strive to offer a fun and engaging atmosphere for our guests, and we're sorry to hear that the lack of historical and ecological information did not meet your expectations. Your comments are valuable, and we will certainly take them into account as we work to improve the overall experience for everyone. We also want to ensure that all our guests feel comfortable, so we’ll look into how we can make the drinking aspect more inclusive for those who don’t wish to participate as much. We’re glad to hear you still enjoyed the fun and friendly vibe of the group! Thanks again for your insights.
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