Things to do in Ajijic, Mexico: The Best Tours

April 4, 2022 Rebbecca Marino

Ajijic, a small idyllic town in Mexico, is the perfect setting to enjoy a quiet and relaxing holiday. Enjoy a night of lively music in the plaza of this picturesque town or enjoy a stroll along the lakeside path. Visit the colorful Chapala handicrafts market, or relax and enjoy lunch and a beautiful view at the Beergarden restaurant by the pier. If you’re traveling with children, take them to Christiania Park, right next to the market. At the park, they can play on the expansive lawn or on the playground. Take a day trip to the Casacadas de Agua, a favorite spot with the locals and a great place to spend with family. Climb the waterfalls or swim in sparkling pools at the base of the falls. Find a shady spot to enjoy the lunch you packed at your holiday rental or try a local delicacy at one of the many small restaurants in the area.
Restaurants in Ajijic

1. Chapala Experience

Panoramex Tours & Travel
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The largest natural lake in all of Mexico, enjoy its nature, its beautiful landscapes all over the riverbank and its excellent climate. Admire the most extraordinary landscapes, enjoy the traditional cuisine of the region, the famous typical sweets and their delicious “snows of carafe”. The shore of Lake Chapala awaits you with its excellent climate and its natural reserves of flora and fauna.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Travel insurance

Exclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Gratuities

Reviewed By Jennifer F

Carmen our guide, and Jesus the driver were outstanding. We were treated with respect and enjoyed every moment of the tour. Completely worth the money.

2. Lake Chapala, Mezcala Island and Ajijic Small-Group Tour from Guadalajara

Jalisco Trip
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Getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy a full-day unique, cultural, and gastronomical experience. Travel from Guadalajara to the Chapala Lakeside area and discover 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 most important site during the war of independence in Jalisco state. You will visit the most important colonial buildings, vestiges, and ruins in the history of the region. Later you can enjoy an excellent lunch facing the lake in the gastronomic area. Try the delicious local cuisine, famous for its seafood. Stroll the boardwalk and its cultural handicraft market, you will find pre-Hispanic art, regional drinks, and crafts. This is a personalized, immersive, high-quality tour.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Purified or Mineral water, Mexican snacks during the tour, Beers on board, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By raulhP2712QR

My favorite part of this tour was the distillery's I had no idea existed. Our tour guide Fernando helped me and taught me a lot about Tequila, the origins and how it is made. I really recommend this trip for people who like drinking tequila. When making the tour I suggest asking for Fernando. Amazing person and the is willing to work with you on places you want to visit

3. Lake Chapala Ajijic and Tlaquepaque Tour from Guadalajara

Calle Aurelio Aceves 225, Vallarta Poniente, 44110 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico JUAN PABLO GALLO VALENCIA
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Prepare your cameras because you and your companions will have a super full day, you will visit a Tequila Factory, the Chapala riverbank, the Magic Town of Ajijic, you will have the pleasure of tasting the best food in the area, as well as touring the Lake of Chapala, the largest in Mexico, a day that will undoubtedly make the most of it, in a comfortable, safe and fun way. In addition to the above, we know how important your pet is, that is why you can bring your pet to accompany us, since all the places that we visit pets are welcome. It is an experience where you will have personal contact all the time both with your host, as well as with other travelers, you will feel that you are spending the day with friends, which makes you enjoy your experience in a different way. We provide private transportation with all the amenities to and from the meeting point so you don't have to worry about driving.

Inclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Air-conditioned vehicle, Tastings, Tickets, Discount on restaurant consumption

Exclusions: The cost of its consumption in the restaurant is around $ 250 pp, that is less the 15% discount that we cover from your account.

4. Chapala Lake and Ajijic Tour from Guadalajara

Plaza Turquesa del Sol, Av Mariano Otero 1917, Victoria, 45089 Zapopan, Jal., Mexico Amigo Tours Guadalajara
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Start your experience from the pick up hotel, accompanied by a certified guide, discover Chapala Lake, the largest lake in Mexico and visit the old train station with french style, building finished around 1920. Relax in Ajijic, magnificent place to enjoy the atmosphere of this magic town, named like this by the Mexican government, which makes it more interesting and unique.

Inclusions: Local English- and Spanish-speaking guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Round transportation

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks

Reviewed By successfulsista

I learned so much about Guadalajara on this tour! Tlaquepaque was awesome! During both locations we learned a lot about art history and the role it played in shaping Guadalajara! We also learned a lot about architecture and saw many old colonial buildings! I had a wonderful meal in Tlaquepaque! Omg it was soooo good! I highly recommend this tour! You will have a great time!

5. Half-Day Guided Tour of Lake Chapala from Guadalajara

Estación Turística GDL, Tour operador terrestre, Av Mariano Otero 1917, Victoria, 45060 Zapopan, Jal., Mexico Estacion Turistica Gdl
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See and get to know about the largest lake in Mexico, enjoy their landscapes, gastronomy and its quietness and friendly atmosphere. Your tour includes transport and a professional guide.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks

Reviewed By bradcD3711AQ

The obvious favorite is the tasting but also very impressed with driver Mario always prompt and professional. In addition, Louis was an incredible guide. All said, one of the very best tours I've ever been with. Highest recommendation. 10/10

6. Chapala Lake and Ajijic from Guadalajara

Centro, 44100 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico Mexitours Day Tours Mexico City

On this tour the first stop will be at the Tres Potrillos souvenir shop, continuing with a visit to the old French-fronted train station whose construction was completed around 1920, for later visit the beautiful boardwalk of Chápala walk it and enjoy the view of the largest lake in Mexico, we finish at one of the riverside restaurants in the Ajijic area where the cuisine is very varied and always very rich.

Inclusions: Bilingual tourist guide, Travel insurance

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Reviewed By Ksksksksks

Festive weekend atmosphere, plenty of artisanal shops inside this monetary bazaar. Fresh tacos Made in the courtyard, beer, live music.

7. Private Full-Day Tour to Chapala and Ajijic from Guadalajara

Irazú Travel Club

This tour has everything you are looking for. You will visit the largest lake in Mexico and fall in love with its colonial streets and people. You will also visit the Pueblo Magico of Ajijic which is one of the most picturesque of the Riviera de Chapala where you can visit the kiosco and walk through its streets. Finally, you will visit Ixtlahuacan de los Membrillos, where you can buy typical sweets from the area. All this in a private way free of lines and without crowds, with staff who knows the area.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Entrance to the “Los Tres Magos” distillery, Stop in Ajijic and Ixtlahuacán de los Membrillos, Guided and private tours, driver and specialized guide

Exclusions: Food, Alcoholic Beverages, Souvenirs

Reviewed By kassicook92

Exceptional, was an amazing experience I really enjoy Tres Mujeres distillery, the cave was the best very recommend, note: If you speak spanish request a spanish speaker driver to enjoy more your trip.

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