Chapala & Ajijic: Lakeside Cultural Experience

Lake Chapala, the largest lake in Mexico, is located about an hour south of Guadalajara. It stretches about 50 miles east to west, from the entrance of the Rio Lerma to Jocotepec.

Chapala

The town of Chapala, located 45 minutes south of the airport, is a bustling regional center. Like Ajijic and Jocotepec, it boasts a handsome new boardwalk or malecón, where visitors gather to stroll, shop, and marvel at the lake.

Ajijic & Jocotepec

Between Chapala and Jocotepec a string of villages hosts both Mexicans and Anglo retirees. Artists, artisans, and furniture makers abound, and weekly street markets offer the chance to find good fresh bargains.

Ajijic and surrounding villages boast wonderful architectural and cultural attractions, not to mention one of the best and mildest climates on the planet. Seldom needing either heating or air conditioning, residents luxuriate in a workers' and retirees' paradise. You can wander the streets and shores here, drinking in the colors, expecting new surprises at every turn.

Tour Details

• Time: 5 hours
• Timetable:
  • Monday - Friday: Leaving at 2:00 PM
  • Saturday & Sunday: Leaving at 10:00 AM
• Guide: Speaks Spanish and English
• Prices:
  • 2 people: $450 pesos each
  • 4 people: $400 pesos each
• Tickets: Guadalajara Language Center