Janitzio Island Day Trip

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from

US$54.19

From

US$54.19

Alfredo was extremely knowledgeable, patient, and welcoming! I'd pick him again and again! 5+ stars The Janitzio Patzcu...

Lucia Hurtado

On this day trip from Morelia, we'll discover the famous butterfly fishing nets on Lake Pátzcuaro and enjoy a lovely tour of Janitzio Island. You're going to love it!

Details

Duration

8 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.

Included

Transport by car or minibus
English speaking guide

Not included

Food and drinks
Transport by boat: 100MXN per person
Entry to the Statue of José María Morelos: 10MXN per person

When to book

You can book up to 1 day in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 12 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Meeting point

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Reviews of our customers

9.5

Exceptional 52 Travelers·4 reviews

June 12, 2025
Lucia Hurtado Lucy
Perris, United States
Alfredo was extremely knowledgeable, patient, and welcoming! I'd pick him again and again! 5+ stars The Janitzio Patzcuaro tour was A+! #TourGuide #J...
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Ricardo Zepeda Tapia
Toluca, Mexico
Everything was great, the guide was very knowledgeable and resolved all my doubts.
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December 10, 2024
Francisco
Cdmx, Mexico
Tour of Janitzio Island with great attention and knowledge from the guide.
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On this day trip from Morelia, we'll discover the famous butterfly fishing nets on Lake Pátzcuaro and enjoy a lovely tour of Janitzio Island. You're going to love it!

Day Trip Details

At the designated time, we'll meet at the Plaza de Armas in Morelia and head to the Lake Pátzcuaro dock, where we'll board a boat to explore the many attractions this lake has to offer.

Over the course of 1 hour, we'll make our way to Janitzio Island, a natural volcanic elevation rising from the water. Along the way, we'll spot local fishermen using the famous butterfly nets. Keep your eyes on the lake's waters, which are teeming with charales, largemouth bass, tilapia, and carp.

Once we dock at Janitzio, we'll climb up to the statue of José María Morelos, a monument honoring one of the most celebrated figures of Mexican Independence. Look up and take it in: 47.75 meters of Art Deco sphinx rising into the sky.

We'll then board the boat again and continue on to the town of Pátzcuaro, which served as the capital of this province in 1534. Here we'll learn about Don Vasco de Quiroga, the first Bishop of Michoacán, who played a key role in supporting the development of the indigenous population.

In this picturesque Pueblo Mágico, we recommend trying the local cuisine: sopa tarasca, charales, corundas, and churipo are all worth seeking out.

After a stroll through its cobblestone streets, we'll make our way back to Morelia, where we'll say our goodbyes after a total of 8 hours of adventure.

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On this day trip from Morelia, we'll discover the famous butterfly fishing nets on Lake Pátzcuaro and enjoy a lovely tour of Janitzio Island. You're going to love it!

Day Trip Details

At the designated time, we'll meet at the Plaza de Armas in Morelia and head to the Lake Pátzcuaro dock, where we'll board a boat to explore the many attractions this lake has to offer.

In this picturesque Pueblo Mágico, we recommend trying the local cuisine: sopa tarasca, charales, corundas, and churipo are all worth seeking out.

After a stroll through its cobblestone streets, we'll make our way back to Morelia, where we'll say our goodbyes after a total of 8 hours of adventure.

Janitzio Island Day Trip