2023- 2024 Slow Cruise Schedule
December 9-16, 2023
January 6-13, 2024 (Sold Out)
February 3-10, 2024
April 6-13, 2024 (Solar Eclipse on 4/8/24)
Please contact us to schedule & book your trip. Trips usually run Saturday to Saturday beginning in November through the end of May.
Sea of Cortez Slow Cruise
Here’s what Slow Cruising is all about. Enjoying the cruising life. Slowing down. Snorkeling and really exploring without a time table. Trying to figure out the name of that starfish with 12 legs, or was it 13? Kayaking quietly among crabs, long-legged birds, and spotting Frigates and Blue Footed Boobies. Taking pictures. Sailing, navigating and anchoring. Exploring ashore where few people go. Learning to recognize the stingray just under the sand. Dinghy trips and cultural exchanges with local fisherman. Finding and exploring the sea caves. Marveling at weathered rock formations with crazy faces in them. Enjoying the solitude. Some more sailing, navigating and anchoring. Watching Mobula Rays leap from the water at sundown. Deciding whether to take another swim, go for a sail, have a Margarita, try the fresh made ceviche, or just relax and read another chapter.
Check out this video made by Wes Smith from a recent trip.
This could be just the right trip for you.
Are you exploring the world of sailing and want to see if it’s for you?
Are you an experienced sailor or Santana Sailing Alum looking for a low key introduction to the Sea of Cortez?
Aspiring sailors will see the possibilities of learning to cruise on their own, and experienced hands will get a look at the very best these cruising grounds have to offer. Be ready as an active participant in running the boat, tidying up, and operating safely.
— Scroll down to see Who This Trip is Designed For, Prerequisites, and how to Apply for This Trip —
Laguna Salinita anchorage
Want a monohull instead? Interested in other dates? Want to take the boat over with all your sailing friends? Interested in a flotilla for the same dates? Please Contact Us.
Slow Cruise Package Pricing
Private Cabin - $4,900 (up to 2 persons per cabin).
5% Loyalty discount for Santana Sailing School grads and past cruise participants.
$150 per person for provisions
Deposit is 60% at the time of booking, balance due 60 day prior to departure date.
Please see our Payment Options
Please see our Cancellation Policy. By paying for your class, you agree to this Cancellation Policy.
What’s Included
Your single private or shared cabin on a Lagoon 42 - 45 catamaran or similar vessel
Professional USCG Licensed captain, and first mate
2 Kayaks, dinghy and outboard, fuel, port fees and permits, everything having to do with the boat
Bedding, towels, and snorkeling gear
All provisions except alcohol
Boat will be loaded and ready to go when you arrive
What’s Not Included
Airfare and transportation to and from the marina
Hotel stays and meals ashore before or after the cruise, and alcohol
Travel Planning, Dates, Times, Deposit
Generally, a flight to Cabo San Lucas (SJD) is easier than attempting to fly to La Paz (which usually involves connecting thru Mexico City).
EcoBaja Tours provides low cost comfortable shuttle round trip to and from the Cabo airport and La Paz - see the Travel Details page.
The CostaBaja Resort and the Hyatt are two very nice hotels right at the Marina.
The trip begins with boarding the boat at Marina CostaBaja, beginning 5 PM the first day, usually a Saturday; enjoy a welcome with no-host sundown cocktails at the Beach Club across from the boat, and a get-acquainted dinner together in the harbor; spend the first night on the boat in the harbor.
We depart the Marina by 10:00 AM Sunday, spend 6 days cruising the islands, and return to the Marina by about 4 PM on Friday. Off the boat by 10 AM Saturday.
See the Travel Details page for complete information.
Deposit is 60% at the time of booking, balance due 60 day prior. Please see Payment Options, and read and agree to the Cancellation Policy.
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DESIGNED FOR:
This one week trip is especially well suited for sailors, both aspiring and experienced, who want to explore new cruising areas and linger a bit. You’ll naturally build confidence in your sailing, anchoring, & maneuvering skills. This is a low stress, easy going week on a Catamaran.
PREREQUISITES:
While cruising and sailing experience is not a requirement, you must be ready to participate in life on board a sailing catamaran. You’ll refill your own drinks, help out with vessel operation and keeping the boat and your cabin ship-shape. Be ready to learn all you can and participate fully. If you have sailing skills, we would love for you to use them. Participants should be in good physical condition.
APPLY FOR THIS TRIP:
To apply for participation on this trip please fill out the ONLINE APPLICATION FORM. Once your application is reviewed we will contact you for the next steps.
“I met Marc Hughston via my sailing school in Orange County.
I have sailed three Santana Charters with Marc and will sail again April 2017, from La Paz, BCS, with many more excursions planned.
Marc’s sailing skills and knowledge are excellent, as is his ability to teach those skills to a novice.
His patience with students or malfunctioning equipment is remarkable and he handles the unexpected in stride. Safety is of paramount importance with Marc. I know I could trust him with my life at sea.
He excels at meal planning and preparation and his trip planning for things to do while sailing, on-shore excursions, or sundowner activities are things I’ve added to my own sail planning.
In short, whether one is new to sailing or experienced, I believe my time and money spent with Santana Sailing has made me a better sailor. Marc can also make it just a fun time if that’s what one wants.”