The 6 Best Boat Trips with Tequila in Mexico

1.Puerto Vallarta Best Zipline Canopy + Tequila and Speed Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,786 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $120Our pick

Ride a speedboat or land transport into the Los Horcones rainforest, then tackle 19 ziplines, steep jungle paths, a tequila tasting, waterslides, river swimming, kayaks, and a small animal sanctuary. Guides including Pepe, Edgar, Chica, and Fernando keep the pace lively and safety-focused.

“- Operators were excellent; made the whole experience a lot of fun. - we did the activity with a 6yo; she was totally fine with it - and the operators made it safe for her. there were other families with kids also and they also seemed to really enjoy the experience. - the setting is amazing; on either side of the river and you get breathtaking views - the restaurant and bar at the bank of the river served great food and we had a relaxing experience at the end of the tour.”

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2.Dinner Cruise Tour in Cabo San Lucas with Tequila Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 426 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $135

Spend about seven hours exploring Cabo San Lucas, tasting tequila, shopping downtown, and cruising past El Arco at sunset. Your guide collects you from a hotel or cruise port, then a catamaran crew serves a barbecue buffet, unlimited drinks, and live entertainment. Expect a lively party atmosphere, not a quiet dinner.

“While celebrating our 2 year anniversary this was the party we needed! Vibe was excellent! Music was great and drinks kept coming we didn’t even eat we were having so much fun”

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3.Xoximilco Ticket: Boat Fiesta, Traditional Tasting & Tequila Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 410 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $117

Spend an evening on a decorated trajinera at Xoximilco Cancun, sampling Mexican dishes, tequila, beer, and soft drinks while mariachi, bolero, marimba, and trio musicians perform. Hosts such as Alexander and Jesus lead games, dancing, and toasts during the four-hour canal party.

“The excursion was amazing! The host was very entertaining! One for the books! The food was authentic and delicious!”

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4.Xoximilco: Boat Fiesta Tour, Tasting, Tequila Bar and Transport

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 399 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $144

Board a colorful trajinera at Xoximilco Cancun for an evening of mariachi, marimba, Mexican food, tequila, games, and dancing. A bilingual host keeps the party moving, while shared hotel transport handles the trip. Expect a lively, social outing rather than a quiet dinner cruise.

“Good trip and Leonardo the guide was very professional and knowledgeable of his job it was fun and safe”

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5.Xochimilco: Tequila tasting (unlimited) and cultural party on a boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 259 reviews · 2 hours · from $42Best value

Sail Xochimilco’s canals on a colorful trajinera while guides such as Alan, Camila, Pau, and Odette lead tequila and mezcal tastings, karaoke, games, pulque sampling, beer, and Mexican snacks. Expect a social party rather than a serious history tour, with transportation to the dock not included.

“It was fantastic. Camila and Claudia were fantastic and kept us entertained the entire time. I would highly recommend them! They let us eat, kept the drinks flowing, and were very informative.”

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6.Xochimilco Magic: Culture, Canals & Mezcal, 3hr boat adventure!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $67

Spend about three and a half hours on a colorful trajinera through Xochimilco, with guides such as Arturo, Maria, or Luis Fe sharing local stories. You’ll taste tequila, mezcal, snacks, and a fresh-cooked meal, hear the legend of La Llorona, and visit an axolotl center.

“Had a wonderful experience going down Xochimilco with Christine as our guide! Super fun, good mescal and tequila, delicious lunch, and we learned tons about the history of the canals and the local islands. Would highly recommend!”

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