Kayak at sunrise in Xochimilco: agroecological experience

Overview

Available languages

German

English

French

Spanish

5 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Delve into one of the most amazing areas of Mexico City, which preserves the remains of the indigenous era. We will kayak and take a trip back in time where you can appreciate what the city looked like when it was still a lake full of floating islands designed by the Xochimilcas.

We will stop at one of these islands to teach you the ancestral farming technique and you will be able to meet one of the rarest and most incredible species in the world, native to this magical place: the axolotl.

Navigating the canals will be an experience of contemplation and introspection. This is a tour for nature lovers and those looking to live something meaningful on their travels. For those who want to delve into pre-Hispanic culture, learn and have a deeply enriching experience rather than a day of partying and alcohol.

***All our experiences are subject to change without prior notice due to circumstances beyond our control***

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Kayak rental and vest

Souvenirs

Tips

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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What To Expect

Trajineras Xochimilco

We will take a kayak tour through the natural reserve of the canals of Xochimilco showing you the richness and beauty of this place. It will be a bird watching spectacle, you will see the artificial islands designed by the Xochmilcas along with an ancient agricultural system that is used today. You will learn why it is the place of flowers and is considered a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and a World Agricultural Heritage Site by the Food and Agriculture Organization. You will have the opportunity to see the axolotls and learn about this exotic species. We will make sure you get to know the authentic Xochimilco.

4 hours • Admission Included

Options

Camping and sunrise kayaking

Camping and sunrise kayaking
Pickup included

Kayak without transportation

Kayak sunrise no transportatio: Kayak sunrise without round transportation

Canals of Xochimilco by Kayak

Agroecological breakfast: Agroecological breakfast with products from a farm located on a floating island
Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

8 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

I loved the sunrise kayak trip to Xochimilco
Michele H,
Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The sunrise kayak trip to Xochimilco was a beautiful experience in nature. I recommend it highly to anyone who loves unique ways to experience the natural world.
Magical experience.
Susan L,
Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My husband and I visited Mexico City for the first time. A wonderful week of culture, art, history and fabulous cuisine. Our final day was a magical sunrise kayak trip along the canals of Xochimilco. We began in the dark and paddle along misty canals listening to the birds beginning to wake. There was a pre dawn mist which made it seem as though we were travelling back in time. As the sun rose we watched herons dive for fish and birds of all sorts move along the water ways. Our beautiful guide did not break the silence of the moment but let nature do the talking. Eventually we arrived at the bio farm. Fantastic breakfast made by Eric. Most ingredients (eggs, cheese, salad) all coming from the farm. The workings of this fabulous farm were expertly explained by our guide. We returned along the canals in full sunshine and felt renewed and encouraged that many of the indigenous ways continue to be used so successfully. I can’t recommend this tour strongly enough. I can’t
Day at Xochimilco, the foundation of Mexico City
616jeanrenel,
Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
So interesting and wonderful. Leila is an exceptional guide. We visited a fruit and vegetable growing region near Mexico City. This region is an island. Yes, an island, because Mexico City was once a lake. We accessed it by kayak. The kayaks are very stable and super easy to handle. We saw rare species of salamander (Axolotl) and how they help them to reproduce. A fantastic day. I recommend it 100%. It's a must-do.
Highlight of a Sunrise Kayak experience
leahsS5608MN,
Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This awesome tour is our highlight for the time visiting Mexico City and Xochimilco, Pies descalzos tour and the most unique and professional team were incredible as well the sunrise and safety. Thank you for unforgettable experience. Layla and her team share at the end a beautiful healing journey unexpected in the whole world.
Amazing Experience!
Michelle H,
Jul 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Such a wonderful tour, full of new information and unique experiences! Laila is so warm and inviting, providing so much context and translation assistance. The other guides (Juan and Diego) were so knowledgeable about the canals, chinampas, and farming practices. The chef (whose name i unfortunately missed) prepared us an astounding meal with products largely from the chinampa we visited. The canals are so beautiful in the morning with the mist and the birds everywhere. The history and context we were given only added to the magic, didn't overwhelm at all. Getting to see how foods have been produced for thousands of years, in alignment with nature, was surprisingly fun. Getting to eat a delicious breakfast prepared from those foods in that location --stellar! The cats, cows, goats, chickens, and axolotls only made things better, while adding a little extra interest for the kiddo. Absolutely recommend this tour to anyone with an interest in the indigenous history of the area or an appreciation for natural beauty. Or just wanting to get some history and context before the more common trajinera experience. Definitely worth the early wake-up, I promise.
Once-in-a-lifetime Experience
GoSeeDoPhotos,
Mar 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This kayak tour in the early morning at Xochimilco is one of the most magical tours we have ever done in all of our travels. First, you watch the sun rise over the chinampas and then you get to enjoy an amazing Mexican breakfast on a farm. We got to see a one day old cow and of course an axolotl. I feel like we really dove into the culture and had an authentic experience instead of the tourist-centered trajineras. It was amazing. Laila is a wonderful guide who feels more like a friend after our adventures! I highly recommend this tour! Even though it’s early, you will not regret it!
Kayaking through the Chinampas
59ivelissee,
Jan 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Spending an entire day with Laila was delightful, entertaining, insightful, but above all, an amazing learning experience about the chinampas and its ecosystem. I would highly recommend this kayaking experience.