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Luxury Catamaran Charter • Sea of Cortez

Private chef & curated wine pairings • off-the-beaten-path island hikes • watersports • local fishing • island villages • Starlink onboard

Plan Your Private Chef Charter
Chef dinner with wine pairings

Gastronomy & Wine

Chef-driven menus featuring Baja seafood & produce, paired with boutique Mexican wines and Old World classics—tailored to your tastes.

  • Private chef onboard
  • Curated wine pairings & tasting notes
  • Sunset cockpit service & starlit desserts
Off-grid cove and hikes

Hidden Coves & Hikes

Anchor in quiet bays few visit. Hike island trails to vistas and sea-bird lookouts; swim blue-water in calm mornings.

  • Flexible routes by wind, swell & wildlife
  • Guided beach walks & summit hikes
  • Desert island flora & geology stops
Watersports toys

Watersports, Your Way

SUP at sunrise, snorkel reefs, optional eFoil sessions, and light tackle for nearshore species when conditions invite.

  • SUPs, snorkel kits, tender support
  • Optional eFoil sessions available
  • Light fishing & fillet/freezer service
Bali 54 layout / map

Island Villages

Visit fishing villages for handmade tortillas, fresh ceviche, and a slice of Baja life—crafted with local partners.

  • Dock-to-table tastings
  • Local craft & seafood markets
  • Community-minded hospitality

Your Floating Sanctuary

Bali 54 layout / map

54’ Luxury Cat

Stable, spacious and elegant—sail when it’s right, cruise when it’s calm. Starlink for seamless check-ins.

Private staterooms

Suites & A/C

Private staterooms with ensuite baths, shaded cockpit, foredeck lounges & salon comfort.

Starlink onboard

Always Connected

Starlink onboard for reliable connectivity—share moments or handle a quick call in paradise.

Wine pairings

Wine Pairings

Local vintages & international favorites, thoughtfully paired for each course by your chef.

Itinerary: Explore 5 islands across the Sea of Cortez with anchorages tuned to wind, swell & wildlife.

Sample Route: La Paz ⇄ Loreto (Island-Skimming)

Sea of Cortez basemap (La Paz to Loreto) Isla Espíritu Santo Isla Partida Isla San Francisco Isla San José Isla Carmen Isla Danzante Isla Coronado Blue: east of islands • Green: Baja channels

Schematic overlay for trip planning—exact anchorages vary with wind, swell & wildlife.

Voyage Map & How We Weave the Islands

Sea of Cortez liveaboard overview map from La Paz to Loreto and back
Overview map: La Paz ⇄ Loreto loop—routes thread the channels between the Baja peninsula and the island chain for calm, wildlife-rich waters.

Our charter routes are drawn to skim the islands—the blue line runs the seaward (east) sides of Espíritu Santo, Partida, San Francisco, San José, and Carmen/Danzante, while the green line returns along the inside (west) channels, staying close to shorelines without touching mainland Baja. This puts you exactly where the best water clarity, snorkeling, SUP sunrises, and island hikes typically are.

  • Island-hugging weave: We run the lee (protected) sides and natural corridors between the islands and the peninsula for smoother passages and abundant sea life.
  • Night anchoring near islands: Set in quiet coves—great holding and minimal fetch—so you sleep to gentle water and wake up ready to paddle, snorkel, or explore beaches.
  • Bioluminescence (conditions permitting): Certain bays can glow on dark, clear nights—ask to time a no-moon window to maximize the show.
  • Secluded chef dinners: We aim for protected sunset anchorages where your private chef serves dinner on deck—sea breeze, starlight, and the sound of shorebirds.
  • Flexible daily plan: We adjust the route to wind, swell, and wildlife; expect spontaneous stops for dolphins, sea lions, or glassy morning swims.

Shown path: Sample loop La Paz → Espíritu Santo/Partida → San Francisco → San José → Carmen/Danzante → Loreto → La Paz. Exact anchorages vary by conditions; we tailor to your group’s interests in hiking, snorkeling, SUP, light fishing, eFoil sessions, and village visits.

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Quick Facts

  • Region: Sea of Cortez (Baja California Sur)
  • Focus: Private chef & wine pairings • island hikes • watersports • island villages • light fishing
  • Gear: SUPs • snorkel kits • tender & safety gear • optional eFoil sessions
  • Explore: 5 islands • coves • beaches • sea lion rookeries
  • Vessel: 54’ luxury cat • private staterooms • ensuite baths • A/C • Starlink
  • Dining: Bespoke menus • Baja flavors • curated wine pairings

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