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Lake Chapala Tour: Mezcala Island & Ajijic with a Local Expert

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Overview

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Travel from Guadalajara to the Chapala Lake area and tour the magical towns of Mezcala, Chapala, and Ajijic hosted by a local expert.

Enjoy a boat ride (included) on the lake on the way to Mezcala Island. The Island was an indigenous ceremonial center in pre-Hispanic times and became a fortress and prison during the War of Independence from 1812 to 1816.

Tour Lake Chapala's main attractions, historical sites, colonial buildings, markets, temples, and boardwalks with beautiful lake views.

Enjoy lunch facing the lake in the gastronomic area. Try the delicious local cuisine, famous for its seafood, micheladas, tequila cocktails, and steaks.

This Private Chapala Lake Tour is dedicated to nature and cultural heritage lovers, those looking for an authentic, personalized, immersive experience.

Benefits:

• Expert local guide

• Boat ride included at Lake Chapala

• Private tour for you and your companions

• Historical tour of Mezcala Island

• Private round-trip transport

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What‘s Included

Private transportation

Purified water

Historical tour of Mezcala Island

Soda or mineral water

Boat Ride on Lake Chapala

Knowledgeable Local Guide

Hotel Pickup and Dropoff

Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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What To Expect

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Lake Chapala

You will tour and appreciate one day the 3 main magic towns on the shore of Chapala Lake (Mezcala, Chapala & Ajijic). Indigenous origin villages with lots of history, tradition, and gastronomy. It may take several hours depending on the wishes of the traveler

2 hours • Admission Included
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Mezcala Island

Enjoy a boat ride (included) to Mezcala Island in the company of a local expert where you will learn all about the ruins and vestiges of one of the most important military forts during the War of Independence. Formerly it was also a ceremonial center of the Coca indigenous community.

2 hours • Admission Included

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Lake Chapala Tour: Mezcala Island & Ajijic with a Local Expert

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Reviews

5.00

22 reviews

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  • Don’t miss Excursion

    Carrie V,

    Jun 2, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    We really enjoyed this trip. Fernando was very knowledgeable and ensured we had the perfect trip based upon our interests.

  • Amazing experience!

    Travis M,

    May 26, 2024

    - Viator

    5.00

    Fernando is an amazing tour guide and gives you a day to remember! Highly recommend this tour for any travelers seeking a private, curated experience!

  • The town of Chapala and...

    Samuel D,

    Feb 19, 2024

    - Viator

    5.00

    The town of Chapala and island of Mezcala were highlights of our trip to GDL. Lots of interesting history on the island and the town itself was very nice and worth a visit. Both guides involved were great.

  • Experience and learn about real Mexican history

    Michael B,

    Jan 24, 2024

    - Viator

    5.00

    This tour is so much better than just visiting the common tourist sites of Chapala and Ajijic as other tours do. Yes, you visit them also but best of all you get to visit Mascala Island by boat and learn about the fascinating history of the island and it's indigenous people. The guide on Mescala Island shared great knowledge and some extra things like trying fruits and demonstrated rock throwing. Along the way, Fernando from Jalisco tours was there to translate and also guide. Fernando is an excellent guide. He is knowledgeable himself, full of energy and always is considerate in offering to take photos and asks how you are. A lovely lunch was had a local family restaurant overlooking the lake and transport was safe and comfortable. If you want to learn about real Mexican history and culture which isn't mentioned elsewhere then you should definitely take this tour, you won't be disappointed as it's a great day out.

  • Exceptional private tour via boat and car to Mezcala Island, Chapala, and Ajijic

    Veronica L,

    Nov 22, 2023

    - Viator

    5.00

    Going on a boat to Mezcala Island and learning about the history of the island was definitely a highlight in the trip. Lake Chapala’s beauty followed us as our very knowledgeable tour guide, David drove us to Chapala and Ajijic. We were able to explore, eat, and see areas based on our preference. Being that it was a private tour with pickup and drop off from our hotel was also exceptional. Highly recommend!

From MX$3,200.00

5.00
22 reviews
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