Xoximilco Cancun: What It Is, What's Included, Price and Tips (2027)
November 3, 2026 · 5 min read
Xoximilco is a Mexican party on the water: you float through canals at night aboard a colorful trajinera (a flat-bottomed party boat) while mariachi, marimba, and brass bands play, you try traditional dishes, and you toast with tequila. It comes from the same group as Xcaret and is one of the most fun nights out in Cancun. In this guide we'll cover what it is, what's included, how much it costs, and how to make the most of it.
Quick Answer
- What it is: a night cruise of about 3 hours on a trajinera, with live Mexican music, traditional food, and an open bar.
- When: at night, starting at 6:30 p.m.; hotel pickup begins at 5:00 p.m.
- Price with us: from 149 USD per adult and 110 USD per child (list price), with transportation.
- Minimum age: 5 years old.
- Best for: groups of friends, families with kids over 5, celebrations, and anyone who wants a truly Mexican night out.
What Is Xoximilco?
Xoximilco recreates, here in Cancun, the canals and trajineras of Xochimilco in Mexico City. Each trajinera carries up to 20 people seated around a long table, and along the route live bands pull up alongside and play different styles of music from across the country. The mood is pure party: people sing, toast, and shout "¡Viva México!"
What Does Xoximilco Include?
- Welcome at a Mexican kermés (a traditional fair) with classic games, esquites (Mexican street corn in a cup), and aguas frescas.
- Night cruise on a trajinera through the canals.
- A tasting of traditional dishes that showcase Mexican cuisine.
- Open bar with tequila, beer, aguas frescas, and soft drinks.
- Live Mexican music: mariachi, norteño, ranchero, jarana, marimba, village brass bands, and campirano country music.
- Transportation from your hotel with our Xoximilco tour.
Xoximilco Price
| List price | |
|---|---|
| Adult | 149 USD |
| Child (ages 5 to 11) | 110 USD |
List prices per person as of November 2026, with transportation from your hotel in Cancun. There are often promotions, so check the current price on the Xoximilco tour page. If you plan to visit the group's other parks, compare prices in our guide to Xcaret, Xel-Há, Xplor, and Xenses prices.
Schedule and How the Night Goes
- From 5:00 p.m.: we pick you up at your hotel. The exact time is confirmed when you book, based on your area.
- Arrival and kermés: classic games, esquites, and aguas frescas before boarding.
- From 6:30 p.m.: the trajinera sets off. For about three hours you cruise, eat dinner, toast, and listen to the bands as they pull up alongside.
- Return to your hotel when it's over.
Operating days may vary by season, so confirm availability for your date when you book.
Can You Bring Kids?
Yes, from age 5. Kids ages 5 to 11 ride on a children's trajinera and must always be accompanied by an adult. They get a child rate. For younger kids, it's better to choose another night out, like the pirate ship: we compare the options in Captain Hook or Jolly Roger.
Rules on Board
- You must stay seated for the entire cruise.
- You may not put your hands outside the trajinera.
- Maximum capacity is 20 people per trajinera.
Tips for Your Night at Xoximilco
- Wear comfortable clothes and shoes, preferably long pants.
- Bring biodegradable insect repellent: you'll be next to the water at night.
- Bring cash or a card for souvenirs and for photos of your visit.
- Go with a group: the cruise is more fun with friends or family. If you're celebrating something, let us know when you book.
- Eat something light beforehand if you usually have dinner late: the tasting is served during the cruise.
- Drink in moderation: the open bar lasts all night.
Xoximilco vs. Other Nights Out
- Xoximilco: a Mexican party with live music and traditional food. The most "Mexican" of them all.
- Captain Hook and Jolly Roger: a pirate ship with dinner and a show at sea; better for families with young kids.
- Columbus Lobster Dinner: a lobster dinner with live saxophone; the most romantic option.
- Xplor Fuego: ziplines and adventure at night; for adrenaline seekers.
Find more ideas for your trip in our guide to things to do in Cancun.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Xoximilco Cancun?
It's a nighttime Mexican party on trajineras that cruise through canals, with live music, traditional food, and an open bar. It recreates the canals of Xochimilco in Mexico City.
How much does Xoximilco cost?
With us, the list price is 149 USD per adult and 110 USD per child, with transportation from your hotel. There are often promotions.
What does Xoximilco include?
A welcome kermés, the trajinera cruise, a tasting of traditional dishes, an open bar with tequila, beer, aguas frescas, and soft drinks, and live Mexican music.
What time is Xoximilco?
The cruise starts from 6:30 p.m. and lasts about 3 hours. Hotel pickup begins at 5:00 p.m.
Can kids go to Xoximilco?
Yes, from age 5. Kids ages 5 to 11 ride on a children's trajinera, accompanied by an adult.
Book Your Night at Xoximilco
Mariachi, tequila, and Mexican food on the water: book the Xoximilco tour with transportation from your hotel. If you're coming as a group or celebrating something special, send us a message and we'll help you organize it.
