3 Hours of Kayaking at the Ancient Canals of Xochimilco

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3 giờ 15 phút

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We follow canals through the 800-900 year old chinampa system of agriculture, the last remnant of the original lake from prehispanic times. These lush water trails form a green maze of wildlife, mountain views, and still-functioning island farms unlike anywhere in the world. It is a calm paddle with plenty of time for pictures, birdwatching, and exploration.

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Service animals allowed

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Chính sách hủy

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

Cần Quan Tâm

We'll leave from Embarcadero Cuemanco for a 3 hour calm kayak trip into the beautiful agricultural section of Xochimilco, taking lesser-known small canals full of bird and fish life and passing the still working island farms (chinampas) that have been here since the prehispanic period.

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3 Hours of Kayaking at the Ancient Canals of Xochimilco

Đánh giá

5.00

18 đánh giá

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Peaceful, personalized paddling
tofu dog,,5 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
Had an excellent morning paddling around Xochimilco's canals with Grant. He is a one-person operation and a treasure trove of information about the past and present of the area -- human settlement and use, flora and fauna. This was a legitimate three-hour, 4.5-mile paddle, with no pit stops, so be prepared to work! One thing I really appreciated was the 7 a.m. start, which allowed us to get a bit more sleep in the night before. A lot of the other operators pick you up from the city center at 4:30 a.m., whereas for this operation we could just grab a Didi rideshare at around 6:20 a.m. and get to the docks in plenty of time. Group size is limited to 7 guests, so it's a very personalized, conversational experience. The canals are so peaceful and quiet in the early morning hours -- just a couple other kayaking groups and the local wildlife to share the water. Grant even threw in some excellent recommendations for local food spots! Highly recommend.
Must do in Mexico City
Rachel C,,4 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
Grant was an amazing guide. He was super chill and very knowledgeable! We learned so much on the tour and saw so many incredible flora and fauna. Dawn is the perfect time to go it was so beautiful.
Beautiful morning on the water
Monique F,,1 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
This is an excellent way to see the Xochimilcos. I’m still in awe that this beautiful nature area exists within the city. Grant is so knowledgeable about the area, its history and current affairs. I can’t recommend this highly enough!
Beautiful Landscape, Informative Tour!
Stuart M,,14 thg 12, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
This tour was a fun, peaceful, educational, and fascinating look at the natural world around Mexico City. Grant was an excellent guide, tailoring the tour to the interests and desires of our group. He shared abundant information about the history surrounding the canals, the use of the land for farming, and the past and present dynamics impacting the ways that the Mexican people interact with the waterways. We arrived early to begin our tour before the larger boats and groups of tourists entered the water. This early start was well worth it, as the canals were serene, wildlife (especially Herons) was abundant, and the temperature was comfortable throughout. Wear layers, and with care you will be comfortable and stay dry!
Greg Grant Gig
Jennifer H,,13 thg 12, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
Grant is your guide. His love for the area and personal enjoyment of kayaking the waters shows, while he takes you through background and current issues affecting the islands and canals. Highly recommend.
Xochimilco October 31
24zacharyz,,1 thg 11, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
Really magical experience! Grant is an excellent guide and kayaks are the best way to experience the canals. Would recommend highly!
Excellent way to explore the canals of Xochimilco!
Julia A,,25 thg 10, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
What a gorgeous morning exploring the canals! We saw tons of birds and learned a lot about the local culture and agriculture. Grant us a terrific guide. He let us set the tone of the experience which was highly appreciated. If you want a quiet (non-touristy) experience without all the extras (we opted out of the creepy doll island!) this tour is for you.
DON'T pass this getaway opportunity~~~ Must do
hong c,,23 thg 10, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
Top-notch experience. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting Mexico City. The scenery was beautiful, peaceful, and quiet. We got lucky to catch the sunrise, and Grant's explanation was very insightful. It was like an intriguing Mexican historical lesson combined with ecology, it was not boring it was really interesting.
Awesome experience
S6186CGcatalinam,,13 thg 9, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
No one else had booked on the date I chose, so it ended up being just Grant and me. He knows the area, culture, and history extremely well, and I learned a lot. He’s also very mindful and gave clear, helpful instructions throughout. Communication was perfect—fast, efficient, and always on time. I highly recommend it — you’ll be in great hands with him.
Great back-to-nature excursion
Elizaread,,9 thg 8, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
This was such a great way to experience natural Mexico City! Grant was engaging and intelligent in his information sharing, as well as being flat-out nice. We had a great time and recommend this to anyone who wants to see Mexico City outside the city.