Xochimilco sunrise tour
Let us be your guides as you get to know Xochimilco, a UNESCO World Heritage site and protected natural reserve.
On this tour you will see the sun rising over the canals with the backdrop of volcanoes soaring above the lake.
Observe the local fauna and flora that evolved specially to inhabit this one lake over the course of eons. Learn everything about Xochimilco’s legends and pre-hispanic past, including traditional crop farming methods on chinampas.
Cap the day by taking a boisterous ride in a traditional trajinera boat.
It’s a completely different way to appreciate all that Xochimilco has to offer!
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Tour Plan
WHAT WE WILL DO?
Pick up at your accommodation (4:45 am) and departure to Xochimilco (32 km), located in the south of Mexico City. We will take a colorful boat called “Trajinera" to relax, enjoy the sun rising over the canals with the backdrop of volcanoes soaring above the lake and bserve the local fauna and flora that evolved specially to inhabit this lake. Our guide will explain you the prehispanic crop technique (chinampas) and culture around this unique spot. We will visit as well and Axolotl Sanctuary to get to know this endemic amphibious and the recovery programs around this animal. 9 am return to Mexico City
Tour length: 5 hours (approximately)
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- Certified Sector Guide
- Local Xochimilco rower
- 3 hours traditional boat ride " Trajinera boat "
- Visit to a Chinampa with explanation of the aztec agriculture.
- Visit to an “axolotario” (axolote Sanctuary)
- Private Transportation for max 3 pax
- Variety of bakery or tamales
- Hot coffee (Café de olla)
- For larger groups please ask for a quote.