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Xoximilco

A floating Mexican fiesta on trajinera boats.

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Description

Modeled on Mexico City's Xochimilco canals. Groups board brightly painted trajinera boats and cruise the canals while live musicians (mariachi and more) move between boats, with a multi-course Mexican meal and open bar. A lively, social, evening experience, more celebration than sightseeing.

Highlights

  • Trajinera canal boats
  • Live mariachi & regional music
  • Mexican food courses
  • Open bar
  • Festive group atmosphere

What to bring

  • Bug Spray (biodegradable)
  • Comfortable Shoes
  • Light shawl/jacket for cooler months
  • Long Pants

Included for hotel guests

Yes, All-Fun Inclusive

Distance from resort

~50 min (north, toward Cancún)

Time commitment

Half day

Best for ages

5+. Leans adult and social (open bar), though families are welcome and kids must be accompanied.

Physical level

Relaxed

Reservations

Reserve ahead

Hours

Monday to Saturday. Check-in starts at 7:00 p.m. The last boarding is at 8:30 p.m. End of the tour is at 11:00 p.m

Optional experiences & extra costs

  • All-inclusive, multi-course Mexican dinner plus open bar; no activity add-ons.
  • Bring a card or cash only for souvenirs and photos.

Good to know

Plan your time

Evening only, registration ~7 p.m., ends ~11 p.m. (about a 3-hour experience).

Booking

Request via WishList

Getting there

Scheduled shuttle departing at 6:05pm.

Restaurants at Xoximilco

Most in-park dining is included with the admission hotel guests already have.

RestaurantCuisineCost
Onboard trajinera dinnerThree courses served on the boat: ceviche and guacamole starters, seven mains, nine desserts; kids' and vegan menus on requestMexican multi-courseIncluded with park admission
Open bar onboardUnlimited tequila, rum, beer, soft drinks through the cruiseBeverages, Tequila & cocktailsIncluded with park admission

Common questions

  • Is Xoximilco included for Hotel Xcaret Mexico guests?

    Xoximilco is part of the All-Fun Inclusive program, so Hotel Xcaret Mexico guests can visit at no extra cost.

  • How far is Xoximilco from Hotel Xcaret Mexico?

    Xoximilco is ~50 min (north, toward Cancún) from Hotel Xcaret Mexico.

  • Do you need a reservation for Xoximilco?

    Request via WishList

  • How long should I plan for Xoximilco?

    Plan for about half a day. Evening only, registration ~7 p.m., ends ~11 p.m. (about a 3-hour experience).

  • What is the recommended age for Xoximilco?

    Xoximilco: 5+. Leans adult and social (open bar), though families are welcome and kids must be accompanied..

  • What should I bring to Xoximilco?

    Bring: Bug Spray (biodegradable), Comfortable Shoes, Light shawl/jacket for cooler months, Long Pants.

Tips

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    Evening only. Registration is around 7 p.m., wrapping up near 11 p.m. and return to the hotel around 12:30am.

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    Come hungry: it's a multi-course Mexican dinner with an open bar.

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    The trajinera boats hold up to about 20 people and you may share with other groups. That's the point; it's a social, festive party atmosphere.

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    Minimum age 5; the open bar means it leans toward adult fun, though families are welcome.

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