Boat Ride Over a Flooded Otomi Indigenous Town

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7 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

We will be meeting in Mexico City to travel west to the State of México which is an approximate of an hour and a half away.

Thirty minutes before arrival to Villa del Carbon, we will begin to enjoy of the beautiful views that this small town offers as its located in a forest. Founded in 1713, developed slowly and home for indigenous Otomi people who now live close by their lake. We will walk around this magical town to see the main square and their markets which will let us sample the delicious local food.

We then travel to the lake of Taxhimay which currently holds in it depth the town of San Luis de las Peras. We will learn why the town was flooded and how the indigenous people adapted to this situation through out the years. We will ride a boat over the lake to get close to the buildings that still stick out surface to then eat with the locals to support the families in the area.

What's Included

Private transportation
Admission fee
Lunch
Snacks
Breakfast
Water, sparkling water and juice
Dinner

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please confirm pickup eligibility by sharing your address with us. Two days before your trip I’ll reach out with car details, guide information, contact numbers and all the information you need to identify us easily. For hotel pickups we will stop by the lobby. In case we can´t do direct hotel pickup, we will meet at the Angel of Independence monument.

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Meeting point
The Angel of Independence

We meet at the Angel of Independence monument on the side of the Sheraton Hotel. Close to your booking date you will receive instructions, photos, contact info and everything you need for an easy pickup.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Your tour guide will show you around Villa del Carbon, which is one of the considered Magical towns found around México. You will be shared the history of this place while you make your way to the local market to try some of the delicious found made by locals.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    We will drive to Lago de Taxhimay to know more about the indigenous community and why the goverment decided to flood their town against their interest, eat some fish that they collect themselves and ride over the lake that holds this old town. All these activities support the communities we visit.

    1 hour 45 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Car Tours
Small Group
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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