Arcane for a Day: Discover the Magic of Xochimilco’s Chinampas

Duration: 1 Day

Location: Mexico

Group Of 10 People

R11000

Extra Guests Per Person

R1100

All tickets must be purchased at least 5 days before the scheduled tour date. Bookings made less than 5 days in advance cannot be accommodated.

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Explore Xochimilco’s canals and chinampas while discovering regenerative farming, culture, and local traditions.

  • Guided Trajinera Tour: Cruise through Xochimilco’s canals aboard a traditional paddle trajinera.
  • Chinampa del Sol Visit: Explore the chinampa fields and learn how this unique agricultural system functions.
  • Agroecology Experience: Discover regenerative farming and ancestral agricultural traditions.
  • Meet the Farmers: Connect with local farmers and learn about their traditions and daily lives.

Bookings close 5 days before the session starts.

Photography is allowed at most tour locations.

This is a shuttled experience

Park and Ride facility available

Restrooms are available at most tour stops

Family friendly experience

Vegetarian and vegan options available upon request.

Step into the heart of Xochimilco with the Arcane for a Day experience, an immersive journey through the ancient chinampa farming system that has sustained local communities for generations. Glide through the peaceful canals aboard a traditional trajinera and discover the beauty of Chinampa del Sol while learning about agroecology, regenerative agriculture, and the people who dedicate their lives to preserving this ancestral way of farming.

Perfect for travelers seeking a meaningful cultural and ecological experience, this tour offers a deeper connection to the land, local traditions, and sustainable food practices that define Arca Tierra.

What’s Included

  • Paddle trajinera tour through Xochimilco’s canals
  • English-speaking host
  • Guided chinampa tour
  • Kitchen access
  • Roofed space
  • Fresh water and coffee
  • Tables, chairs, glassware, and crockery
  • Cleaning staff
  • Dry toilets
  • Children under 3 years old attend free of charge

Optional Culinary Experience

  • Enhance your experience with a delicious breakfast, brunch, or meal prepared by Arca Tierra’s in-house chefs.
  • Menus feature seasonal ingredients, native corn, fresh vegetables, and agroecological products sourced from Arca Tierra’s farmer network.

Tour Details

  • Duration: 3 hours
  • Language: English tour

Why Choose This Experience?

  • Discover one of Mexico’s most important UNESCO heritage landscapes.
  • Learn directly from local farmers and sustainability experts.
  • Enjoy a peaceful escape into nature just outside Mexico City.
  • Support regenerative agriculture and local communities.

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Is there parking available?

Parking is available at each tour’s starting location. After your purchase tickets, you’ll receive emails with parking suggestions.

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