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Boating in Mexico
Frequently asked questions about taking a boat to Mexico:
What do I need to cross the border with a boat?
· Boat title and trailer registration
· Passport ( As of June 1, 2009 passport required)
Do I need to have a special vehicle permit to take the boat across the border?
· No special permit or vehicle registration is needed to go into the State of Sonora or Baja Norte; it is part of the free zone.
Is there any cost to bring my boat into Mexico?
· No cost or charge—it's absolutely free to enjoy the Sea of Cortez.
Where can I keep my boat once I arrive in Mexico?
Puerto Penasco
· Safe Marina & Laguna de Juan—slips, dry dock long term and short term
Puerto Peñasco—11 slips, services, fuel
Email: palvarez@singlar.gob.mx
San Felipe
· Marina San Felipe- 15 slips, facilities, fuel
Email: vmartinez@singlar.gob.mx
San Carlos/Guaymas
· Marina Real-356 slips full services fuel marinareal@prodigy.net.mx
Puerto Escondido
· Puerto Escondido Marina Singular- 10 slips, water power fuel dock 117 mooring buoys throughout the bay
· www.fonatur.gob.mx/mar_de_cortes/Escalas_Nauticas/en/index_escondido
Santa Rosalia
· Santa Rosalia- 20 slips, water power, fuel
· http://www.fonatur.gob.mx/mar_de_cortes/Escalas_Nauticas/en/index_sta_rosalia.asp
La Paz- 4 marinas with over 500 slips and full services and fuel
· Costa Baja Resort & marina
· Marina Palmira
· Marina de La Paz
· Marina Fidepaz Singular
Rosarita Beach
· Marina Puerto Salina- over 200 slips 60 miles south of San Diego full services
· Go to www.marinapuertosalina.com
Ensenada-
· Ensenada Cruiseport Village- over 198 slips full services and fuel provisions
Is there gas at the marina?
· Yes, fuel is available both gas and diesel at Puerto Penasco, San Felipe, Guaymas, San Carlos, Puerto Escondido, Santa Rosalia, La Paz, Ensenada and Rosarita.
Do I need to make a reservation prior to coming down?
· A reservation can be made by calling any of the marinas; this is suggested for busy
weekends.
What happens if my boat has a problem or needs repair?
· Contact any of the marina’s and they will refer you to a local contact. Always know the VHF channels of the closest marina. A good guidebook will go along way.
Where do I go cruising on the Sea of Cortez?
· Anywhere and everywhere, how much time do you have?
· Day trip to Bird Island (about 30 miles from Puerto Penasco)
· Enchanted Islands south of San Felipe
· Various anchorages around the coast
· Bahia de los angelas
· Bahia Conception
· Whale watching (seasonal)
· Dolphin watching (play some Jimmy Buffet on your boat and watch them appear)
Can I go fishing on The Sea of Cortez?
· Absolutely, there is more sea life in the Sea of Cortez than anywhere else in the world
· Dorado, Grouper, flounder to name a few
· You must have a fishing license. (approximately $10 a day or approximately $40 a year)
Do I need to watch the tide charts?
· Most local newspapers or magazines have a tide chart. It is a good idea to look at one before your trip. Just be aware of high and low tides and reefs close to the shore. Go to www.mexicoliving.com on line or subscribe to the print edition of Mexico Living and receive one monthly.
What do I need to reenter the United States?
· Passport (mandated as of June 1, 2009) boat registration and trailer title.
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Read the full article in the upcoming June edition of Mexico Living.com
More information about taking your boat from the US to Mexico
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