Overview
Our day-long tour starts on the water, as we ride our own trajinera– a festively-decorated flat-bottom boat used by locals to traverse the canals – through part of the ecological reserve that is particularly rich in flora and fauna.
As the boat glides through the canals that connect the chinampas, we’ll have an onboard family-style meal made using local ingredients and learn about the thousand-years-old local agricultural method that’s still used to feed nearby Mexico City today.
Along the way, we’ll stop at a working chinampa to meet a local farmer and find out more about the distinctive local way of life and work.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Bottled water
Lunch
Snacks
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Hagamos Composta Cafe Comunitaro. Address: Manzanillo 114, Roma Sur, Cuauhtémoc, 06760 Ciudad de México, CDMX
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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1 hour
Will start the day in central Mexico City with coffee and pastries at Hagamos Composta - Café Comunitario. We will then depart in a private van to the NESCO heritage site of Xochimilco, a place for a pleasure cruise and also a vital agricultural resource.
We’ll learn more about Xochimilco's culture and food and meet the people who maintain its one-of-a-kind agricultural system. The Chinampas -
Xochimilco
1 hour
our first stop will be the vast market of the area of Xochimilco. We’ll try different pre-Columbian dishes such as tlacoyos (oval-shaped corn-meal patties filled with fava beans, cheese, refried beans, spinach, potatoes and more) handmade by local women who set up shop every morning at one of the aisles; banana leaf-wrapped tamales – the best of the city – made by Don Lupe and his wife, an older couple native to the area; and chileatole, an ancient drink made with corn, herbs and peppers. As we explore the market we’ll learn more about the different kinds of produce that are grown locally in the chinampas.
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Floating Gardens of Xochimilco
3 hours
We will track the market's local products back to their source as we ride our own trajinera – a festively-decorated flat-bottom boat used by locals to traverse the canals – through part of the ecological reserve that is particularly rich in flora and fauna.
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2 hours
Will traverse the canals – through part of the ecological reserve. As the boat glides through the canals that connect the chinampas, we’ll have an onboard tasting of seasonal products fresh from the market.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Mexico City).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about The City Green Exploring the Urban Eco Reserve of Xochimilco
Can I cancel The City Green Exploring the Urban Eco Reserve of Xochimilco for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 6–7 hours.
Where does it start?
Hagamos Composta Cafe Comunitaro. Address: Manzanillo 114, Roma Sur, Cuauhtémoc, 06760 Ciudad de México, CDMX
What's included?
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Snacks
Which places does it visit?
It visits Xochimilco, Floating Gardens of Xochimilco.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Spanish.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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