Explore Tláhuac’s serene canals, meet locals, and savor authentic snacks. Discover Mexico City’s hidden gem beyond the tourist trail.
Explore Tláhuac’s serene canals, meet locals, and savor authentic snacks. Discover Mexico City’s hidden gem beyond the tourist trail.
- C. Manzanillo 45 - Café Café is a charming, local venue in Roma Sur celebrated for its excellent coffee (including café de olla), simple breakfast options, and a welcoming, laid-back atmosphere—ideal for meeting, unwinding, and starting the day before heading to the canals.
- Iztapalapa - During the one-hour drive to the Tláhuac canals, enjoy a…
- C. Manzanillo 45 - Café Café is a charming, local venue in Roma Sur celebrated for its excellent coffee (including café de olla), simple breakfast options, and a welcoming, laid-back atmosphere—ideal for meeting, unwinding, and starting the day before heading to the canals.
- Iztapalapa - During the one-hour drive to the Tláhuac canals, enjoy a scenic tour of Iztapalapa, the largest municipality in Mexico City.
- Lago de Los Reyes - Tlahuac - Explore Tláhuac’s hidden canals aboard a vibrant trajinera boat. Delight in local beer, traditional cuisine, and the ancient chinampa culture. The journey begins at Pacheco Taproom and concludes downtown, offering an authentic Mexican experience beyond Xochimilco.
- Iztapalapa - On the one-hour return journey to the meeting point, take in the breathtaking sunset views along the shores of Mexico City.
- C. Manzanillo 45 - Return to the modern city, transformed by the experience. You’ve connected with its ancient spirit, and it has left its mark on you.

- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Carbonated beverages
- English/Spanish-speaking host and translator
- Private Trajinera boat ride
- Time for photos, storytelling & cultural sharing
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Carbonated beverages
- English/Spanish-speaking host and translator
- Private Trajinera boat ride
- Time for photos, storytelling & cultural sharing
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Alcoholic beverages
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Alcoholic beverages
Xochimilco is the celebration — Tláhuac is the essence.
For those seeking an authentic Mexico City trajinera boat experience, free from crowds and chaos, this is the perfect choice. Depart the city and venture to the secluded canals of Tláhuac, a tranquil, more local area of CDMX where tradition remains a part of daily life.
Board a trajinera and drift…
Xochimilco is the celebration — Tláhuac is the essence.
For those seeking an authentic Mexico City trajinera boat experience, free from crowds and chaos, this is the perfect choice. Depart the city and venture to the secluded canals of Tláhuac, a tranquil, more local area of CDMX where tradition remains a part of daily life.
Board a trajinera and drift through serene waterways — no large party boats, no loud music. Just birds, a gentle breeze, and the rare sensation of Mexico City taking a pause.
During the journey, explore the canal scenery and floating gardens (chinampas), uncover the history of this ancient water culture, and—when possible—meet locals who continue to live and work along the canals. Enjoy simple, locally crafted snacks made with nearby-grown ingredients, as the best souvenirs are edible and don’t fit in a suitcase.
Return with more than just photos: a genuine connection to the heart of Mexico City, a side most travelers never experience.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.