--- title: Boat tour in Mexico City with Live Guide with Food and Drinks lang: en type: tour city: Mexico City country: Mexico price: 45 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.89 reviews: 223 duration_minutes: 150 languages: [en, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 30 of 54 (Food & Street Food Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-08 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/mexico/mexico-city/tours/boat-tour-in-mexico-city-with-live-guide-with-food-and-drinks/ --- # Boat tour in Mexico City with Live Guide with Food and Drinks **Guidekin's take:** Cruise Xochimilco's canals aboard a covered trajinera with live commentary and chicken or vegetarian tacos. Snacks, water and alcoholic drinks are included; canal congestion can prevent the island stop and pulque tasting. 4.89 from 223 reviews at €45 per person for 2h 30m. In our comparison: #30 of 54 in Food & Street Food Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Welcome to the Canals of Mexico City. Our team is available 24 hours a day to support you throughout your journey in Mexico. We are here to make your experience seamless, safe and truly unforgettable. Join our flagship canal tour and sail for 2.5 hours on a comfortable covered trajinera through the ancient waterways of Xochimilco — a UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back over 500 years. What's Included Expert live guide covering the history, culture and living traditions of Mexico City's canals All drinks included: water, soft drinks, beer, tequila & mezcal Speaker & music on board Cinema popcorn Marzipan tasting Tamarind sweets Mexican Lottery What You'll Experience Visit a 500-year-old hereditary island, a living piece of pre-Hispanic history Authentic Mexican tacos on the island — chicken or vegetarian available Replicas of the Island of the Dolls tribute to the site of Lady Gaga The Dead Dance Sail back to port with unlimited drinks, music and great company on board. Pets ok ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meet at Embarcadero Los Flores Nativitas, - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - 7 start times: between 08:30 and 16:30 - Food included: see what is included - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €45 per person - Duration: 2h 30m - Rating: 4.89/5 from 223 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Boat.Mx.Tour - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, Spanish - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 08:30, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-08 ## Reviews 4.89 from 223 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 218 of 223. - 5 stars: 208 (93%) - 4 stars: 10 (4%) - 3 stars: 2 (1%) - 2 stars: 1 (0%) - 1 star: 2 (1%) ## What's included - Real Mexican tacos, elevated: chicken or vegetarian, freshly crafted. - All mandatory fees? On us. Purchase your ticket and that's it—zero hidden extras, zero surprises - Entry Fee — Your boarding ticket for 2.5 chic hours cruising Xochimilco's iconic Floating Gardens aboard a traditional Mexican boat. Your spot's locked in—just show up and vibe. - Snack in style: big-screen popcorn aboard your trajinera, plus traditional Mexican candies — peanut-rich Marzapan and tangy, natural-tamarind Pulparindo. - No pressure on tips, ever. We know every culture vibes differently, and we adapt to you—not the reverse. Any show of appreciation is always welcome, never expected. - Purified Water — Crisp, bottled spring water from Mexico, the effortless essential for staying refreshed under the Xochimilco sun. - Beer—crisp and cold. Tequila—the icon, smooth as ever. Mezcal—smoky and effortlessly cool. Pulque—, on trend again. Michelada—spiced, zesty, iconic. Margarita—the classic that never goes out of style. - Soft Drinks, the Icons — Cola, orange, lemon-lime, grapefruit, apple: your classic faves, always cold, fizzy, and refreshing on board your trajinera. ## Not included - Coffee and/or Tea ## Itinerary 1. **Floating Gardens of Xochimilco** (2h 30m; admission included) - Get your boat and join the best celebration on the canals of Mexico City. We know how difficult it is for travelers from all over the world to find the perfect Tour at the best price, we have the solution for that. Live the best party of your life sailing 150 minutes on our... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:30, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-08 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Meet at Embarcadero Los Flores Nativitas, Canal 237, San Jerónimo, Xochimilco. Search for “Visitxochimilco” on Maps. How will you find your guide? Very easy! Your guide will be wearing a black cap with a pink axolotl . Please arrive on time; the boat departs 15 minutes later. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - We only serve alcoholic beverages to travelers over 21 years of age. Travelers under 21 years of age will be served non-alcoholic beverages. The tour itinerary will respect the choice of guests over 21 years of age who do not like to drink alcoholic beverages. - In the event of force majeure (due to congested canals and traffic), it may be impossible to reach the island and try pulque, especially on weekend afternoons. But don't worry, the party won't stop, our team will be prepared with typical regional food. - Optional: we could visit the Axolotl Sanctuary to see the Mexican Axolotl, with an extra cost - All guests are guaranteed a chair on the boat, boat chairs are the same size for all guests, our staff will assist guests with wheelchairs or babies to get on and off the boat. ## Compared with other Food & Street Food Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #30 of 54** | €45 | 2h 30m | 4.89 (223) | shared | | [Local Foodie Adventure CDMX: Tacos & more with Sherpa Food Tours](/mexico/mexico-city/tours/local-foodie-adventure-cdmx-tacos-more-with-sherpa-food-tours/?format=md) | €72 | 3h 30m | 4.98 (1210) | shared | | [Frida Kahlo VIP [Museum Tickets Included] Walk, Markets & Churros](/mexico/mexico-city/tours/frida-kahlo-vip-museum-tickets-included-walk-markets-churros/?format=md) | €80 | 3h | 4.96 (1401) | shared | | [Mexico City Historical Centre Food Tour with 7 Tastings & Drinks](/mexico/mexico-city/tours/mexico-city-historical-centre-food-tour-with-7-tastings-drinks/?format=md) | €71 | 3h | 4.95 (1009) | shared | Ranked #30 of 54 in Food & Street Food Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €38 to €218, median €79; typical length 3h. 12 of 54 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/mexico/mexico-city/food-tours-mexico-city/?format=md ## More in Mexico City - All Mexico City tours: https://guidekin.com/mexico/mexico-city/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/mexico/mexico-city/tours/boat-tour-in-mexico-city-with-live-guide-with-food-and-drinks/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/mexico/mexico-city/?format=md