Ecotour

5,995 reviews Recommended by a 98 % of travelers Seal of Excellence Mexico City, Mexico
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Description

Explore Xochimilco in a different way: in a cayuco where a local person will paddle for you, taking you on a journey in direct contact with nature. Paddle through the canals while the sun appears on the horizon, observe the local fauna and learn about the ancestral agricultural system of the chinampas. Finish the experience with an organic breakfast grown in the same area.

What does the tour include?

  • Round-trip transportation

    From your hotel or Airbnb in Mexico City.

  • Cayuco Tour

    Through the canals of the Xochimilco Ecological Reserve.

  • Wildlife watching

    In the lake basin.

  • A Visit to a Chinampa

    To learn about the traditional agricultural system.

  • Organic breakfast

    Made with ingredients grown in the chinampas.

Itinerary

  1. Mexico City — 4:30 a.m.
    Pickup at your hotel or meeting point in Mexico City.
  2. Xochimilco Ecological Reserve — 5:30 a.m.
    Arrival at the Xochimilco Ecological Reserve and preparation for the cayuco tour.
  3. Cayuco Tour — 6:00 a.m.
    Sunrise cayuco tour, including wildlife and plant observation.
  4. Traditional Chinampa — 7:30 a.m.
    Visit to a chinampa to learn about the agricultural production system.
  5. Organic breakfast — 8:30 a.m.
    Organic breakfast featuring local products.
  6. Return by cayuco — 11:00 a.m.
    Return by cayuco to the starting point.
  7. End of the tour — 12:00 p.m.
    End of the tour and return to Mexico City.

Additional information

  • No previous cayuco experience is required.
  • We recommend wearing comfortable clothing.
  • Small group for a more personalized experience.

Why travelers love it i

4.9 5,995 reviews

star ratingBeautiful experience! Staff was excellent.  - 5. Really nice to have transportation and hot coffee waiting. The boomerang ride itself was really magical and you could see every angle of the sunset and ruins. Highly... read more

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February 3, 2025

star ratingSpecial balloon trip  - A really special experience! All the staff were lovely and welcoming. Felt very safe in the balloon, and the Prosecco when we landed was a nice treat. 10/10 would recommend

avatar thumb Eleanor H
February 3, 2025

star ratingIncredible Experience! - An amazing trip!!! The ride was so easy and serene, beautiful views and lovely crew.

The pickup was seamless from my Airbnb, and they provide coffee/tea and snacks... read more

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February 4, 2025