7 Days Cruising the Sea of Cortez on a superyacht
Captain James Cooper, of 50-metre Trinity Impromptu, available for charter with IYC, reveals an action-packed route through Mexico’s watery wonderland
Day one
Fly into Loreto International Airport and meet Impromptu at Marina Puerto Escondido, a spectacular natural harbour protected by the peaks of the Sierra de la Giganta. You can either head to the mountains to tour the restored San Javier Mission church (one of the best preserved in Baja) or just settle in on board and get to know the crew while sipping a cocktail.
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Early morning, head just off the northern shore of Loreto to Isla Coronado, which has a hidden white sand beach. Grab your snorkel to get your first taste of the incredible marine life that the Sea of Cortez offers. Spot sea lions, dolphins and scores of species of fish, or enjoy a peaceful stand-up paddleboarding session. At sunset, chef Dave White will prepare a five-course al fresco dinner on the aft deck.
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Make the short cruise (less than eight nautical miles) to Isla Carmen, the largest island in Loreto Bay National Marine Park. Spend the day circumnavigating the island, either by jet ski or on the small sailing boat carried on board, taking in views of the red-hued basalt rising sharply out of the turquoise sea. Back on board, recline on the sundeck’s ample sunpads to watch a film under the stars on the giant screen.
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