Xochimilco Natural Reserve-Isla de las Muñecas Original - Coyoacán

4.9 (27 reviews) Mexico City, Mexico
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Duration7h - 9h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover a different route through southern Mexico City, combining the Cuemanco canals, local legends, conservation of the ajolote and the cultural atmosphere of Coyoacán.

Sail aboard a traditional trajinera through one of the most representative lake areas of the city and visit the original Isla de las Muñecas, a unique local folklore site that distinguishes this experience from conventional tours.

Continue with a visit to a kettler, where you will learn more about this species endemic to Mexico and conservation efforts to protect its habitat.

Then enjoy free time in Coyoacan to tour its streets, visit markets, take pictures or buy food and drinks on your own.

An ideal experience for those looking for more than a classic trajinera ride, combining canals, legends, nature, local culture and one of the most traditional neighborhoods of the city.

What's included

  • Trajinera ride through the canals of Cuemanco
  • Audio Guide in Coyoacán
  • Visit to a Jalonist
  • Digital gastronomic and cultural guide of Coyoacán
  • 1 bottle of water per person
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Free time in Coyoacán
  • Visit to the original Doll Island
  • Food and beverages
  • Tips
  • Personal expenses
  • Rate of access to premises. Payable on site

What to expect

  1. Reserva Ecologica Cuemanco-Xochimilco
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Navigate the canals of Cuemanco aboard a traditional trajinera. Enjoy the colors, landscapes and local atmosphere of one of the most emblematic lake areas of southern Mexico City.
  2. 30m
    Visit the original Doll Island during the trajinera route. Learn about the stories, legends and local folklore surrounding this unique canal site.
  3. Santuario Del Ajolote
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Visit an ajolotario and learn about the ajolote, an endemic species of Mexico. Learn about its cultural importance and conservation efforts to protect its habitat.
  4. Coyoacan Market
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Enjoy free time in Coyoacan to tour its streets, visit markets, take pictures or buy food and drinks on your own while discovering its artistic and traditional atmosphere.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

The activity has meeting points in Mexico City. You can select between the Angel of Independence or the Chamber to Juárez, depending on availability of the modality.

Show up at the selected point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled time. The exact point, departure time and details of the vehicle will be confirmed before the activity.

Find the guide or representative identified with the name or logo of the local operator. Keep your phone available for any operational updates.

Being a shared activity with fixed hours, the unit may not wait for late arrivals.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for travelers with mobility problems

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

4.9 (27)

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