Xochimilco Ecopark & Canals Tour
About This Experience
Discover the most authentic and natural side of Xochimilco in an experience that combines culture, nature, and tradition. Sail aboard a trajinera through its canals and learn about the ancient chinampa system, a traditional form of agriculture that has shaped the identity of this region for centuries. Xochimilco is part of the "Historic Center of Mexico City and Xochimilco" site, inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its extraordinary cultural and historical value. During the tour you will learn about the importance of the wetlands, the conservation of the axolotl, and the biodiversity of this ecosystem, while enjoying its landscapes and birdwatching. A peaceful and personalized experience to discover Xochimilco beyond its traditional docks, understanding the close relationship between its canals, chinampas, nature, and communities.
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Itinerary
Activity 1
7:30 a.m.Departure from Mexico City
Pickup at hotel or agreed meeting point and transfer to the Ecological Park of Xochimilco.
Activity 2
8:15 a.m.Arrival at the Ecological Park of Xochimilco
Park entry and brief introduction to the history of Xochimilco, the wetland system, and the importance of the chinampas, a recognized cultural and natural heritage of the area.
Activity 3
8:30 – 10:30 a.m.Trajinera ride through the canals
A peaceful experience through the park's canals, surrounded by wetlands and cultivated areas. During the ride, the relationship between chinampas, water, and traditional agriculture will be explained. The park area offers trajinera rides with a more naturalistic approach than the traditional Xochimilco docks.
Activity 4
10:30 – 11:15 a.m.Nature walk and observation
Walking tour through some of the park's natural areas, with the opportunity to observe birds, vegetation, and landscapes characteristic of Xochimilco's wetlands.
Activity 5
11:15 – 11:50 a.m.Lookout and conservation areas
Visit to panoramic areas of the park and explanation about ecosystem conservation, the chinampas, and the axolotl, emblematic species of Xochimilco.
Activity 6
11:50 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.Free time for photography
Time to enjoy the scenery, take photographs, and explore some of the park's recreational and natural spaces.
Activity 7
12:15 – 12:30 p.m.Return and end of the experience
Departure from the park and conclusion of the tour.
From
MXN $856
USD $44.31
per person
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