Xoximilco pays tribute to the traditions, culture and folklore of one of Mexico's most famous locations, now officially recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO: Xochimilco.
The tour takes place aboard a colorful Mexican gondola, where will gently glide through the charming natural scenarios of Xoximilco, where the celebrations, dancing, singing, toasts and ‘electrifingly' fun games take place.
Xoximilco Info
Transportation is included on this tour but for those of you who wish to bring your own car, free parking is also available. Nevertheless, in this case we recommend that you arrive early as registration begins promptly at 7pm.
Once you have signed in, you will be shown to your seat upon one of Xoximilco's uniquely Mexican styled gondolas which will be your home for the next 3 hours. Here you will be greeted by your host and waiter for the evening who will also be introducing to some of Mexico's traditional games as the party goes on into the night.
Aboard the boat, a traditional banquette comprised of various distinct flavors and dishes from around the country will be served to you along with a selection of beers, tequila, rum, vodka, soft drinks and fresh flavored waters. Whilst you eat, your gondola will be guided across the lake to visit a number of its islands. Each island represents a different state of Mexico and will showcase the music, dress and dances associated with it. Musical styles include, but aren't limited to: Norteño, Ranchero, Jarana, Marimba, and Banda de Pueblo.
At the end of the evening, at approximately 11pm, your gondola will dock where you began and you will find your shuttle waiting to take you back to your hotel.
Xoximilco Tips and Terms
- Wear comfortable clothes and shoes; we recommend that you wear long pants.
- The tour is for about 3 hours and ends at 11:00 p.m. Registration starts at 7:00 p.m. If you are driving your own car, we recommend that you aim to arrive early.
- Children over 4.5 ft. but under 12 years of age, must present an ID to verify their age (in both cases children must show an ID at park ticket booths).
- Insect repellent used in the Park must be biodegradable.
- Reservations cancelled more than 2 days prior to your booking date are subject to a 10% charge for administrative fees; those cancelled between 0 and 2 days prior to your booking date, or in the case of no-shows or not using your coupon, are non-refundable.
- Any change of the booking date is subject to an adjustment in the price.
- It is not possible to make a change of date the same day of your visit.
- The maximum weight per gondola is 6614 lbs (approximately 20 guests).
- Bring extra cash or a credit card for souvenirs and photos.
