Lake Chapala Tour: Mezcala Island & Ajijic with a Local Expert
Get away from the hustle and bustle of Guadalajara city and enjoy a unique, cultural, and historical experience in the biggest lake of Mexico.
Travel from Guadalajara to the Chapala Lake area and tour the magical towns of Mezcala, Chapala, and Ajijic hosted by a local expert.
Enjoy a boat ride (included) on the lake on the way to Mezcala Island. The Island was an indigenous ceremonial center in pre-Hispanic times and became a fortress and prison during the War of Independence from 1812 to 1816.
Visit the main attractions in Lake Chapala, its historical sites, colonial buildings, markets, temples, and boardwalks with beautiful views of the lake.
Enjoy lunch facing the lake in the gastronomic area. Try the delicious local cuisine, famous for its seafood, micheladas, tequila cocktails, and steaks.
This Private Chapala Lake Tour is dedicated to nature and heritage lovers, someone looking for an authentic, personalized, immersive experience.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Lake Chapala, Chapala Mexico
You will tour and appreciate one day the 3 main magic towns on the shore of Chapala Lake (Mezcala, Chapala & Ajijic). Indigenous origin villages with lots of history, tradition, and gastronomy. It may take several hours depending on the wishes of the traveler
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Mezcala Island, Guadalajara Mexico
Enjoy a boat ride (included) to Mezcala Island in the company of a local expert where you will learn all about the ruins and vestiges of one of the most important military forts during the War of Independence. Formerly it was also a ceremonial center of the Coca indigenous community.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Antigua Estacion De Ferrocarril Chapala, González Gallo 1500, Sin Nombre, 45900 Chapala, Jal., Mexico
Visit the old Chapala Railway station that formerly communicated the region with the city of Mexico and Guadalajara around the 1920s. Today it is a museum dedicated to sharing the history of the region.
*The museum is subject to the availability of local authorities*
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Malecon de Chapala, Lake Chapala Waterfront, Chapala 48300 Mexico
Stroll and appreciate the beautiful Chapala boardwalk as well as its historic center.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Chapala Handicrafts Market, Calle 5 de Mayo, Chapala 45900 Mexico
Right next to the Chapala boardwalk you can find the handicraft market where you will find pre-Hispanic crafts, jewelry, souvenirs as well as drinks and snacks typical of the region.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Parroquia de San Francisco, Priv. Francisco I. Madero 403, Chapala Centro, 45900 Chapala, Jal., Mexico
Visit the parish of Chapala and appreciate its neocolonial architecture.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Ajijic, Ajijic
Stroll the historic center of Ajijic, a magical town on the shore of Lake Chapala.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Centro Cultural de Ajijic, 45920 Ajijic, Jalisco, Mexico
In this cultural center of Ajijic you can appreciate murals related to the history of the region as well as art and photography exhibitions, folkloric ballet presentations and theater plays.
*The place is subject to the availability of local authorities*
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Parroquia de San Andres Apostol, Calle Marcos Castellanos 14, Ajijic 45920 Mexico
Visit the Ajijic parish and appreciate its neocolonial architecture.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Malecon de Ajijic, Ajijic Lakefront Del Paseo & Morelos, Ajijic 45920 Mexico
Discover another of the magical towns in the Ribera de Chapala route. Appreciate its beautiful boardwalk and historic center. You will find also great coffee shops, regional crafts, and a craft beer brewery.
Duration: 30 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Start Time:
09:30 AM
Duration: 8 To 10 Hours
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
We pick you up at your accommodation (Hotel, Hostel, Airbnb). You need to notify your location at least 24 hours before.
Cancellations and refunds:
All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
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