Xochimilco canals private tour with kayaks + boat
Overview
The iconic canals of Xochimilco never look more beautiful than during sunrise.
This experience is for all kind of travelers, since you have the option of rowing a kayak or staying at the trajinera boat taking mesmerizing photos.
After, we’ll visit the oldest archaeological site of Mexico City: Cuicuilco and its circular pyramid.
At Frida Tours, we not only give tours, we craft memories.
Plus, we're the only tour agency in Mexico run and operated exclusively by women for travelers of all ages and backgrounds.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Spiced coffee
- Snacks Mexican sweet bread
- Private transportation
- Kayaks
- Entrance to Cuicuilco pyramid
- Private Trajinera boat
- Professional Photographer guide (in the upgraded option)
- Gratuities
- Temazcal
Meeting and Pickup
Depending on the option that you choose, you can have private transportation or a meeting point in Condesa/Roma. The day prior to the tour, the guide will text the lead traveler to confirm the pickup/meetup location, time, and number of travelers.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Xochimilco
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Cuicuilco Archaeological Zone
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Temazcal Cipactli
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- People with disabilities, seniors & children can stay in the trajinera boat
- Children on a kayak can be towed by an instructor
- Babies can be carried by their parents in their own slings while in the trajinera
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (12)
Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-337826P5
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Frequently Asked Questions (12)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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The maximum weight capacity for kayaking is 340 lbs / 154 kg.
Nov 2021No experience is necessary! Beginners are welcome on all of our kayak tours. Most of our guests have never been in a sea kayak before. Anyone in average physical condition may join a kayak tour. If you can hike or bike, you can paddle our sea kayaks. You do not need any swimming skills either.
The only prerequisite is a healthy spirit of curiosity and adventure.
Regardless of age or skill level you will find that our expeditions offer enough flexibility to make your experience with us safe and rewarding. We will show you proper sea kayaking technique and water safety before leaving the beach. And your expert guides will be with you throughout the adventure to give you pointers and improve your skills.
Sep 2022Your safety is Cool Shore Excursions’s number one concern. In general, sea kayaking is safer than most other outdoor pursuits, even bicycling.
Jan 2023If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- Tea and coffee. Spiced coffee.
- Snacks. Mexican sweet bread.
- Private transportation.
- Kayaks.
- Entrance to Cuicuilco pyramid.
- Private Trajinera boat.
- Professional Photographer guide (in the upgraded option).
- Gratuities.
- Temazcal.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Xochimilco canals private tour with kayaks + boat is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Xochimilco canals private tour with kayaks + boat will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tea and coffeeSpiced coffee
- SnacksMexican sweet bread
- Private transportation
- Kayaks
- Entrance to Cuicuilco pyramid
- Private Trajinera boat
- Professional Photographer guide (in the upgraded option)
- Gratuities
- Temazcal
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- People with disabilities, seniors & children can stay in the trajinera boat
- Children on a kayak can be towed by an instructor
- Babies can be carried by their parents in their own slings while in the trajinera
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
