Mexico City: Xochimilco at sunrise + Breakfast and transportation

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

5 hours

Mobile ticket

Discover a totally different face of Xochimilco, away from the tourist bustle and focused on natural beauty, the tranquility of the sunrise and respect for the environment. This is not the traditional Xochimilco of the trajineras; it is an intimate, ecological and sensory experience that connects you with the ancestral essence of these millennial channels

On this exclusive tour you will sail in traditional cayucos, kayak-like vessels, but larger and more comfortable, guided by expert rowers. You just relax and enjoy: you don’t have to paddle. We travel through narrow, little-traveled canals, inaccessible to common trajineras, where nature is at its purest.

You will see the sunrise reflecting off the water, surrounded by birds, akhotes, and stunning flora. This is a silent, intimate and perfect experience for those who seek something authentic, photogenic and deeply connected to the lake ecosystem.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

-5:00am pick you up from your hotel or airbnb -5:40am we will arrive at the jetty where you will be given a brief explanation and recommendations -6:00am we will start sailing through the incredible Xochimilco canals riding a kayuko in this part we will appreciate the sunrise as we observe in the background the volcanoes Iztaccíhuatl and Popocatépetl as the sun rises behind them. -7:00am we will arrive at a Chinampa, this ancient method of Mesoamerican agriculture that persists to this day, where a completely organic breakfast will be prepared that will be harvested at that very moment. -7:30am while breakfast is ready you will receive an explanation about Xochimilco and its past by an expert guide, while having a rich pot coffee -8:00am breakfast and after finishing you can plant your own plants to maintain sustainability. -9:00am We will sail back to the jetty, on this journey you will enjoy the Xochimilco with light and in all its splendour. -arriving at the jetty we will return to your Hotel or to the point of the city that you indicate.

Sample Menu

starter

Freshly Harvested Organic Salad

main

Handcrafted Tlacoyo

dessert

cookies, flavored churritos and wafers

What‘s Included

Breakfast

Air-conditioned vehicle

cayuco (canoe)

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Mexico City: Xochimilco at sunrise + Breakfast and transportation

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Reviews

5.00

96 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Earlier Risers!
I5242QQaarond,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great experience from pickup to tour to breakfast to drop off. All guides spoke English very well. Favorite part of tour was riding out to the islands in the morning mist.
Wonderful day to start the morning in Mexico City
Teodor B,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The tour is unique, getting to Xochimilco before crowds and having breakfast at a traditional farm and learning about agriculture and local ecosystems
Great!
tylerbL3171KC,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Marcos was our guide and is very smart of the environment and could answer all of our questions! Eduardo is very friendly and arrived on time, perfect!
A different (better) way to see Xochimilco
Karl R,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
If you want to see Xochimilco, but aren't interested in the party-boat experience, this is a terrific alternative. We went mid-week in the middle of December, and it ended up being a private tour. My wife and I and the tour guide / rower. This is a great way to learn about the 1,000-year history of Xochimilco, how they were constructed, how they are maintained, and the ecology. If you are a birdwatcher, this is an excellent tour also.
Don’t miss this very special eco tour!
Y4CNdebt,,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This tour exceeded our expectations by a lot. Our guide, Marcos was a great naturalist and has the gift of conveying information about the local wildlife, the history of Xocomilco and the ancient farming practices. We enjoyed a delicious meal and saw many local and migrating bird species on the trip back to their base. We also watched the sun rise between two volcanos. Nothing short of spectacular!
Unique Experience
Christopher A,,Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very unique experience and worth waking up early to experience the area’s natural beauty, wildlife, and, of course, sunrise. Driver was kind and made good conversation (Spanish only) and our guide was super knowledgeable of the area’s history, biology, and conservation efforts (English/Spanish). Breakfast was made fresh using the produce they grow and harvest. The snacks they offered (cookies, chips, etc) were also produced using local products. Everything was simple but delicious. We will definitely come back and recommend it to friends/family.
Nature lovers option in Mexico City
Manuel M,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was a nice experience , for us to enjoy nature, learn the history of Xochimilco, we learn a lot of way they are using Chinanpas and the area in general
Great! Come back!
NorthStar19408450899,,Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Pepe is the tough one! Barbara's the tough one too! Excellent service! Recommended! We come back pq we come back! The most brutal thing was the closeness to the pyramid and the professionalism of the pilot!
A very quiet and...
David E,,Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
A very quiet and educational experience. We had five others in our group. This tour included round trip transportation from our hotel. Other tours do not so pay attention to that when comparing.
Amazing!
Culture49096279366,,Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing, beautiful, educational, and delicious! We were driven by the kindest driver to our start. Greeted by a Friendly and Brilliant biologist who was our guide thru the waters of Xochimilco. The gardens were full of beauty, and the sumptuous breakfast was created from this bounty!