Southbound from California to Baja and Mexico
Each October and November, J/World heads south for the winter... we go where the sailing is great, off to the warm waters and predictable breezes of Banderas Bay on the Pacific Coast of Mexico. And you are invited to join us for the journey! Come along for one leg, or multiple passages, with our J/World offshore cruising instructor to help show you the ropes. The best way to learn to cruise is by cruising!
Our getaway to the cruising grounds, pueblos, and spectacular south-of-the-border cities starts with LEG 1 in San Francisco, and we work our way down the rugged and spectacular northern California coastline. The famous maritime centers of Santa Cruz and Monterey are just a couple of possible ports-of call.
LEG 2, our Southern California leg, begins in the spectacular town of Santa Barbara, and cruises south to San Diego via the unique Santa Catalina Island. Natural beauty and an intriguing history make this a truly special place.
Then the rally begins on LEG 3. In San Diego, we join up with the (in)famous cruiser's rally to Cabo San Lucas, the Baja-Ha-Ha. Some 150+ boats participate in this annual pilgrimage to Mañana-Land.
There are a total of three legs over the period of two weeks, and the sailing is generally great. Add to that a couple of stops in some of the most beautiful bays on the Baja peninsula and the camaraderie of a great fleet, and you have one of the most impressive events we have been a part of!
As if that wasn't enough, we wrap up the annual cruise with LEG 4, a 7 day adventure across the Sea of Cortez. Starting in lovely Cabo San Lucas, the crew will make a couple of stops in Baja, then it is off towards the mainland. Islands, small towns, and quiet bays await, culminating in the arrival at our beautiful winter base in Puerto Vallarta.
For more details on each leg, including specific dates and costs.