Kayak tour in Xochimilco
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- 2–3 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Mobile ticket
Highlights
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.
Inclusions
What's included
- guide in English and Spanish
- Life Jacket, Recreational Kayak
What's not
- The cost of breakfast is not included in the price, it has a cost of $200 (two hundred pesos MX) per person
Itinerary
We will visit the main channels of Xochimilco in the lake area, Apampilco channel, Teshuilo Lagoon, Apatatlaco Channel. We will cross the original Island of the Dolls, without the weather permitting we will be able to appreciate the sunrise. We will return you to the meeting point.
You will be able to see the original trajineras passing by, which are the typical transport of Lake Xochimilco.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- The meeting point is on Calle de Violeta #17, almost on the corner with Calle de Pino. When you are at the meeting point please contact us. This location is very close to the main cathedral of Xochimilco (San Bernardino parish).
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 20 travellers
- Operated by
- Xochimilco Trip
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pets allowed (small dogs)
- Not recommended for travelers with epilepsy
How it compares in Mexico City
- Its from-price is 76% below the median of the 2360 experiences we list in Mexico City.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 512 of 2360.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Mexico City
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The Zócalo, one of the largest squares in the world, is framed by the Metropolitan Cathedral and the National Palace, where Diego Rivera's murals tell the story of Mexico. Beside them, the excavated Templo Mayor reveals the heart of the Aztec capital, and the Palacio de Bellas Artes, with its marble exterior and Art Deco interior, stands a short walk west.
Top-ranked sights in Mexico City: Teotihuacán, Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Frida Kahlo Museum (Museo Frida Kahlo).
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