The park's canal system is artificial, constructed to replicate the UNESCO-listed agricultural chinampa system of Mexico City.
Each boat features a host or 'trajinero' who acts as the guide and master of ceremonies for the specific group on the vessel.
The menu is served in 'cazuelas' or traditional clay pots meant for communal sharing among passengers.
Music is provided by live bands that rotate between the moving boats throughout the night.
The location utilizes a sophisticated water filtration system to maintain the canal ecosystem within the jungle landscape.
The park was built to provide a nighttime cultural entertainment option for the Riviera Maya tourist corridor.
Xoximilco is a permanent water-based theme park designed as an homage to the traditional chinampa canals of Xochimilco in Mexico City. Guests travel through artificial jungle canals on flat-bottomed, brightly painted wooden boats known as trajineras. Each trajinera serves as a floating venue for a rotating series of live musical ensembles including mariachi, bolero, and jarocho groups. The experience is centered on a progressive dinner featuring regional Mexican small plates and an open bar featuring tequila, beer, and sodas. The park features a designated stop at a central plaza area for interactive games and celebrations. The entire operation is managed by Grupo Xcaret and occupies a site near the Cancun International Airport. The venue is designed specifically for group social interaction and group participation in Mexican cultural traditions.
The central plaza dock area where all the colorful trajineras are lined up at the beginning of the evening.
Wear insect repellent, as the canals are situated in a dense jungle environment.
Arrive with an appetite, as the multi-course meal is designed to be substantial.
Participate in the group activities hosted by your boat guide to get the full experience.
Do not attempt to swim in the canals, as the water is for navigation only.
Closed on Sundays; operates exclusively in the evening hours.
Casual clothing is standard, but comfortable, non-slip footwear is recommended for boarding and disembarking the boats.
