Guacamole a Tasty Adventure Through Xochimilco Markets and Canals
Overview
Available languages
3 hours 30 minutes
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I am a native of Xochimilco, deeply engaged in the preservation and revitalization of its unique ecosystem and cultural heritage. My work is centered on collaborative efforts with local chinamperos (traditional farmers) and environmental activists to physically restore the ancient chinampa landscape. This hands-on experience is informed by my deep knowledge of the area's history and its Indigenous communities, allowing me to act as a bridge between Xochimilco's profound past and its sustainable future.
This isn't just a tour; it's a celebration of sustainable traditions
Proudly Plastic-Free: From start to finish, this is a zero single-use plastic experience.
True Fair Trade: Every ingredient we buy and every expert we meet supports local development. Your fun directly fuels the community.
Active Conservation: We don't just talk about the environment—we protect it.
Additional Info
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 spinal injuries
What To Expect
Here’s how your unforgettable day unfolds: Breakfast to Start the Day: We’ll kick things off at a cozy local restaurant with a delicious Mexican coffee break to fuel up! Taco Treasure Hunt: Next, we’ll head to the lively markets where you’ll pick out the freshest ingredients for your cooking session—plus, this is true fair trade in action, as every peso spent directly supports the community. Bicitaxi Adventure: After that, we’ll hop into a colourful bicitaxi for a fun, breezy ride through town, making your way to the piers. Cruise & Taco Time: At the canals, we'll board your vibrant Trajinera and glide into the mesmerising landscape. This is where the magic happens! We'll learn to craft the perfect "taco placero" together, enjoying the flavours with an unbeatable view. And don't worry about waste—this is a proudly plastic-free experience, keeping our precious canals pristine. Nature & Wildlife Fun: The journey continues as we disembark to explore a real, working chinampa (floating garden) to learn the ancient farming secrets. We’ll wrap up by visiting an axolotl sanctuary, where you'll meet these charming, smiley-faced amphibians up close.
Sample Menu
starter
Coffee break
Traditional café de olla / black coffee/ tea. Accompanied with a traditional sweet bread
main
Taco placero
Traditional snack prepared with Chicharrón, guacamole, pico de gallo, cactus salad and cheese. We can also prepare a vegetarian and vegan variation.
Options
Round-trip transport included
Car/Minivan : Transportation from you lodging to our meeting point and from Xochimilco to your lodging.
Guacamole a Tasty Adventure Through Xochimilco Markets and Canals
Tour en Español
Tour en Español
What‘s Included
Coffee or tea alongside a sweet bread or tamal.
All ingredients to prepare a "Taco placero" and Hibiscus flower water along the boat trip
Traditional Chinampa & Axolotl's Sanctuary
Bicitaxi ride from the markets to the pier
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing Xochimilco canal tour without the party
David H,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is the perfect day for those wanting to visit Xochimilco without taking the party cruise. Constanta was amazing, she had lots of local and historical knowledge. People in our group said it was the best tour they had ever taken. Visiting the sanctuary of the axolotl (spelling?) made this a 6 star day!!
This was the best tour...
Dana N,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was the best tour we’ve ever gone on. We took our three kids aged 11, 14 and 16 and all three of them wouldn’t stop saying how much fun it was! Connie and her crew we so lovely and knowledgeable. Their care and pride for the history of the area shone through. They Meade every part of this trip fun too. From breakfast in a beautiful cafe, to buying produce in the Mercado and making our lunch on the boat and of course seeing the axolotol sanctuary were all so special. Thank you for making this part of our trip meaningful and fun for all!! Would recommend to everyone.
Family friendly blend of history, culture, food and site seeing!
jeremy S,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What an amazing way to kick off our stay in Mexico City. Connie is the best! My whole family felt welcome and were treated to a wonderful tour with history, visiting the local markets, preparing our meal on the trajineras, nature...it was wonderful! We couldn't have asked for a better host with her knowledge, passion, and warmth. My kids said this was one of the best parts of our trip and would recommend this 'experience' to anyone!
Beautiful, authentic and sustainable experience
Antonia A,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful experience with Connie! She has great knowledge about the area and the history, speaks very good English and truly cares about making the boat tour through this special ecosystem fun, authentic, fair and sustainable. Had a great time and would absolutely recommend booking it with Connie!
This tour was wonderful!...
Ethan A,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was wonderful! Elena was very knowledgeable about the local history and her English was very good. The market was a great experience, all the produce was very fresh and the food we made was amazing as a result. The canals were almost empty which created a serene atmosphere that made the tour very enjoyable.
This experience was...
LaCher T,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This experience was amazing from start to finish. Constanza was super communicative beforehand, which made everything feel easy and intentional. Shopping for the ingredients together before getting on the boat was such a thoughtful touch. She was incredibly knowledgeable and did a great job sharing history while still giving us time to fully take in the scenery and atmosphere. The food we made was delicious, and for most of the tour we were the only ones on the canal, which made it feel extra special and peaceful. Highly recommend.
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