Private Tour
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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
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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
Select a pickup point
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
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.
Pickup included
22 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Carrie V,
Jun 2, 2025
- Viator
We really enjoyed this trip. Fernando was very knowledgeable and ensured we had the perfect trip based upon our interests.
Travis M,
May 26, 2024
- Viator
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!
Samuel D,
Feb 19, 2024
- Viator
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.
Michael B,
Jan 24, 2024
- Viator
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.
Veronica L,
Nov 22, 2023
- Viator
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!
Operated by Jalisco Trip Tours