Lake Chapala Tour: Explore Mexico's Largest Natural Lake and Its Scenic Landscapes from Guadalajara

Embark on a captivating tour of Lake Chapala, Mexico’s largest natural lake. Discover its scenic landscapes, indulge in traditional cuisine, and experience the region’s excellent climate.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Chapala Tour (Route)

Operating Schedule: Our complimentary secure transportation will pick you up from your specified address between 9:00 am and 10:00 am, whether it’s your hotel, AirBnB, or home in Guadalajara. We’ll take you to the starting point where we will board the bus to Lake Chapala at 10:00 am. We will return to Guadalajara by 5:00 pm, with drop-offs at hotels and central locations (not at individual homes).

1. Punto Sao Paulo
Starting point at Punto Sao Paulo square, located in the city’s financial district.

2. Rancho De Vicente Fernandez
Visit the “Largest Charra Store in Mexico” by Vicente Fernández.

3. Chapala
Enjoy the excellent climate and natural reserves of flora and fauna at the shore of Lake Chapala.

4. Ajijic
Explore the charming town of Ajijic.

5. Restaurant Bar Piedra Barrenada
Dine at a lakeside restaurant in “Piedra Barrenada”, Jocotepec.

6. Ixtlahuacán de los Membrillos
Stop at traditional local sweet stands along the road.

Points of Interest

  • Malecon de Chapala

  • Isla de los Alacranes

  • Malecon de Ajijic

What's Included
  • Travel insurance
  • Bottled water
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Greater Security - pick up from your hotel or home at no additional cost
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

From the moment we pick you up at your hotel or home, the experience of the Chapala Lake and Ajijic Pueblo Mágico Tour is much more than a simple tourist tour. It is a complete immersion in the beauty, culture and hospitality of Mexico, designed to delight the senses. For those looking for an authentic and memorable experience in the heart of Jalisco, this is the perfect choice.

The expert narration of the Bilingual guides provides fascinating information about the history, culture and biodiversity of the area, thus enriching the experience.

Our local experts have managed to transcend expectations by offering a unique tourist experience in the majestic Lake Chapala and the charming magical town of Ajijic.

Another highlight of the tour is the visit to the charming magical town of Ajijic. With its cobbled streets, colorful colonial houses and bohemian atmosphere, Ajijic captivates visitors with its authenticity and charm.

Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Anagb9089ye
Sep 18, 2024
Amazing experience - I really enjoyed my tour with Mr Sergio Novia, he knows a lot of things and keeps you very entertained all the time, my friends and I were very comfortable and we felt very confident to talk with him! Thank you very much
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663arturoo
Sep 18, 2024
Excellent tour - Very good tour I totally recommend it, very comfortable transportation and very friendly Guide Hector, told us stories of both villages
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Pushkar_r
Sep 15, 2024
Good tour - Hector did a great job in explaining about the sights and give us interesting bits of information about the place including migratory birds etc. great tour.
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Stephen_s
Sep 12, 2024
Great experience - Gustavo was awesome, I learned a great deal of history not only about Chapala and AJIJIC but about Mexico in general. He has a great deal of knowledge and answered every question I had. Highly recommend it.
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Joy_c
Aug 24, 2024
Great tour and very informative - We had a wonderful experience. Our guide was so knowledgeable of the area and provided such interesting information. They went above and beyond to be thoughtful and to insure all were having a great experience. We never felt rushed. Thanks for such a fun time!
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Fernandocr5828di
Aug 11, 2024
Nice family experience - NICE FAMILY EXPERIENCE, CARMEN OUR GUIDE, EXCELLENT Modern, comfortable and safe transportation highly recommended
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N9136qlluisc
Aug 11, 2024
Beautiful visit to chapala - Very nice experience, the lake is very nice, the fun is guaranteed, the driver Martin is a super nice person and the Carmen Guide is more than excellent, knows how to entertain everyone, has a charisma and a very chia energy.
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Frankdownunder
Jul 28, 2024
Exploring a Romantic Lake Setting with an Expert Guide - The tour started with two surprises: on the way to the lake, we visited the biggest rancher store in the country, followed by a train museum providing information about how the railway was washed away at the time the water level of Lake Chapala was unusually high… The guide, Norberto, was extremely knowledgeable and very engaging (and could talk about other highlights in the region just as well as about Chapala and Ajijic). He was very friendly, accommodating, and helpful; he carried my camera bag whenever needed and helped to take photos and record videos. He helped make this day memorable for us at the Rinconcito de Amor arch. A Little Corner of Love indeed. Norberto offered a flexible lunch arrangement: two different locations to choose from (one at the lakeside, the other on the hill with a view to the lake). We had a wonderful time. The tour offered a fantastic way to explore the area.
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Amirofshiraz
Jul 22, 2024
Sunday trip to Chapala lake and Ajijic - Norberto was an excellent guide. His English was perfect and he explained extensively. The tour consisted of more things than I anticipated.
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Kali_b
Aug 9, 2024
Tour to Different Destinations - Not necessarily a tour, more like a tour bus that takes you to different destinations. We did appreciate the free time at each stop. Did not appreciate that the driver and tour guid took the time to drop other passengers of directly in front of their hotels/destinations, but asked us to get off a short distance a couple of blocks from our apartment.
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