Mexico
february 2027
Sailing from Marina La Paz to the islands in the Sea of Cortés offers some of the best cruising routes along the Baja coast, with reliable thermal winds, pleasant temperatures, and a great mix of short hops between islands and longer passages. Rocky cliffs and sandy beaches alternate with desert shorelines dotted with cardón cactus and scrub, while the clear waters of the Sea of Cortés invite exploration. Famous islands such as Espíritu Santo and Partida draw visitors with protected beaches and swim-friendly coves, and places like Isla Ángel de la Guarda and the islets of the Espíritu Santo Archipelago showcase unique rock formations and bays.
The Gulf’s vibrant marine life — manta rays, seasonal whale sharks, dolphins, sea lions, and schools of fish — makes the area a paradise for diving and snorkeling, attracting water-sport enthusiasts from around the world.
Each day we cast off lines or weigh anchor, hoist sails, and head toward the next adventure. Afternoons can be spent sunbathing, swimming, snorkeling among reefs and kelp gardens, or exploring coastal towns with their markets and malecones. At sunset the crew can prepare dinner aboard or dine ashore at local restaurants serving fresh seafood, and the flotilla gathers for social evenings. You’ll meet fellow sailors along the way who share a love of exploration and camaraderie in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. No prior sailing experience is required.
Where
The flotilla will explore the stunning cruising grounds of the Sea of Cortés along Mexico’s Baja coast! Our sail will include stops at several beautiful anchorages offering the best of the island’s towns, beaches and local hospitality. Please note the sailing itinerary is subject to change right up to and during the sail based on weather and sea conditions.
When
Our sailing adventure begins February 20th, 2027 and lasts for one week. You'll spend seven nights aboard your vessel (Saturday to Saturday). A hotel stay either side of the sail is optional should you wish to start your adventure early or continue exploring Croatia after we return the boats.
Travel
We begin our sail at Puerta Cortés, located 30 mins from La Paz International Airport (LAP). Most flights will require a connection in Mexico City before arriving in La Paz. All crew must schedule travel to ensure being on-sight at the marina by the morning of February 20th, 2027. Most crews arrive the day before to take the stress out of their travel
Who
This trip is open to anyone who has found or is yet to discover their love of sailing and adventure! DC's sailing and boating community are particularly encouraged to join us and may invite friends and family members. Sailors interested in advancing their training have a unique opportunity to attain ASA certification as a part of this flotilla. You must be easy going and drama free! DC Sailing Community skippers have the right to refuse crew for any reason.
Boats
We have six Robertson & Caine Leopard catamarans booked for this flotilla, all chartered through The Moorings. All boats offer excellent sailing characteristics with a high degree of space and comfort. View the Skipper List.
Registration and Costs
All six boats booked for this flotilla are Tier 1 catamarans, ranging from 8 berths up to 10 berths, depending on the size of the boat. All cabins are double occupancy, meaning two berths per cabin. A deposit or payment in full books your berth on a boat. Provisioning and docking fees incurred during the sail are split among the crew of each boat. You are responsible for your own travel and insurance costs. Sailors interested in ASA certification have an additional fee.
Tier 1 Fee - $2198 per person
Choose from our flexible booking options
Spread the cost over time with a deposit now and pay the balance later. No discount is applied.
Pay a $500 deposit now to secure your berth
Pay the balance of $1698 by September 30th, 2026
Or save with a one-time payment in full:
Pay in full with a single payment before June 30th, 2026 and take 10% off the berth fee! $2198 $1978
Pay in full with a single payment between July 1st and September 30th and take 5% off the berth fee! $2198 $2088
Deposit payments are non-refundable and are not subject to any discounts being applied. Discounts are only applied to a single one-time payment in full when payment is made by the specified date. A deposit payment is an alternative option offering more flexibility and is not discounted. Deposits will not be accepted after September 30th, 2026. After September 30th, 2026 only a single payment in full will be accepted. If a deposit is paid and the balance not settled by September 30th, 2026 the reserved spot on the Flotilla will be forfeited and the deposit will not be refunded. A subsequent decision to remain on the Flotilla will require payment of the full berth fee. See below for additional payment disclosures.
ASA Training
We are pleased to offer those wishing to further their sailing education a fantastic opportunity to attain certification to the America Sailing standard for Coastal Cruising (ASA 103), Bareboat Chartering (ASA 104) and Cruising Catamaran (ASA 114). You may sign up for one of the three courses offered or combine the 103 and 104 courses, or the 104 and 114 courses. The practical element of the course will be taught during the week we are sailing, while at the same time allowing you to enjoy the thrills and camaraderie of the flotilla. Your ASA affiliated instructor is deeply knowledgeable and holds all applicable ASA Instructor qualifications. ASA training is an additional cost to the berth fee and varies by course or combination of courses. Indicate when you register for the flotilla which courses you wish to take and we will respond with guidance on the fees involved.
DC Sailing Community, at it’s sole discretion, reserves the right to remove participants from the flotilla for any reason.
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Payments Non-refundable
Berth payments are non-refundable, whether paid in full or as a deposit, unless another person is found to take your spot. Berth fees are calculated based on the total cost of all boats within a specific Tier divided by the total number of double occupancy cabin berths in that Tier, so that everybody within a Tier pays the same to join the flotilla (excludes Skippers), subject to discounts offered at DC Sailing Community’s discretion.
Additional Crew
Any additional crew added by a Skipper that exceeds the advertised number of berths available on a given boat are added at the Skippers sole discretion and DC Sailing Community bears no responsibility for the additional crew management that may be required or higher crew expenses that may be incurred as a result. The per person cost for additional crew remains as originally calculated for the advertised available berths.
Boat Cancellations
If multiple boats are cancelled for any reason and we are unable to sail, refunds are not typically issued by the charter company except under extreme circumstances. If such circumstances arise and the charter company refunds the costs of the boats, refunds to crew will be applied based on the same average cost model, less handling fees. If we need to replace the boats with those from another vendor for any reason, and the total cost is cheaper, partial refunds will be calculated based on the same average cost model, with no exceptions. If the trip is cancelled by the charter company and refunds are not issued, monies paid will be held by the charter company and used for a future charter. Each crew member will have first refusal on that next charter. If a crew member is not able to attend a credited charter they will be refunded only when another sailor is found to take his/her place. These terms are applied equally across the flotilla fleet. Registering for the flotilla constitutes acceptance of these terms.
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Last Updated June 24th, 2025
All participants are strongly encouraged to be fully up-to-date in having received the Covid-19 vaccine and boosters. While we no longer require proof of vaccination, local requirements at our destination may still do so.
Covid-19 can still be a quickly changing situation. We are subject to whatever restrictions or precautions are in place at the time of departure, which are impossible to predict today.
Note that the berth fee is non-refundable, as has always been the case. The policy remains that refunds can only be issued if another sailor can take your place. If we have to cancel the entire trip, for Covid-19 or any other reason, each participant will have first option to join the next subsequent Flotilla. If they are unable to do that they will be refunded their money if another crew member takes his/her place on that next trip.
The charter companies do not issue refunds except in very rare cases. Usually only credit or a re-booking is offered. Therefore DC Sailing Community can only offer the same terms.
You are strongly encouraged to purchase Travel Insurance that includes Covid-19 coverage, for cancellation of flights, medical emergency, etc. DC Sailing Community does not provide travel insurance.
Each person that signs up for a sailing charter does so according to their own risk tolerance. DC Sailing Community cannot be held liable for illness picked up in traveling to, from, or during a trip. Whether that's Covid-19, Dengue, Zika, or other infectious diseases that may be prevalent in our cruising grounds.
DC Sailing Community charters its boats exclusively from The Moorings and Sunsail, subject to availability for our chosen location and dates.
