Marinas in the Sea of Cortez - Marina CostaBaja in La Paz

Cruising the Sea of Cortez has been popular for many years. Marina CostaBaja offers world class amenities to boaters in the Sea of Cortez with accommodations for boats from for pocket cruisers to prestigious mega-yachts. The newest marina in La Paz has shops, restaurants, laundry and support services further enhancing the appeal to those just passing through or those looking for a place to keep a vessel year round.

Nestled in the Bahia of La Paz  (Map) in the Sea Of Cortez in an area blessed with natural richness, The City of La Paz gives you an opportunity to explore the magic, color and magnetism of Mexico.

Capital of the State of Baja Sur, La Paz offers a growing gastronomical diversity from traditional Sea Food to International cuisine, the downtown area invites families to gather in the central kiosk and it’s seaside ‘Malecon’ is a popular area to take a walk or morning stroll. Maintaining its city charm it has more than one adventure to offer.

La Paz offers you an array of pristine beaches to choose from, Balandra bay home of the Mushroom rock one of the city’s icons is one of them, Coromuel , El Tesoro, Tecolote and Coyote beach are some of the preferred sun bathing spots.

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Recently named UNESCO World Heritage site, Isla Espiritu Santo (Holly Spirit) located 20 miles from La Paz, offers its visitors the opportunity to share its wonders with an array species including 11 that are unique to the island. Sea lions, Manta ray, Hammer head and whale sharks are just some of the sea life that can be found on snorkeling and diving expeditions in one of the many bays and beaches that it offers; it is a Natural protected area, so a fee is involved if you are planning to go a shore.

Accommodations are available from Hostels, Boutique Hotels, Condos, 4 star hotels and resorts.

La Paz is located in a privileged bay and has become home port for many sailing aficionados, cruisers, and sport fishermen; the Newest Marina in La Paz is CostaBaja Resort and Marina, located in the entrance of the La Paz city channel, thus at a prestige location for the avid sailor and adventurous.

CostaBaja Resort and Marina incorporates a combination of Marina, Hotel, Real Estate and Commercial area that offers Restaurants, Bars, Laundry, Museums, Car Rental, Tour Operator, and courtesy shuttle from 8:00 am to 10:30 pm.

120 Rooms at Fiesta Inn Hotel can accommodate the business man or the family looking to enjoy the area or relax at the pool at the Resort. There are charters available from the 22’ Shamrock of Picante Sportfishing, The Cortez Club’s mosquito fleet, 97’ Tall ship Talofa or the experience aboard a 100’ Turkish Gullet.

The Fiesta Inn in the marina CostaBaja Complex

The 250 Slip Marina is operated by renown BellPort Group based in Newport Beach, CA., which operates marinas in San Diego and Newport Beach California, Deer Harbor in Washington, Newport Harbor Shipyard and 3 in Japan Built by Bellingham Marine, the stable and wide concrete docks are laid out in two basins with slips ranging from 30’ to 200.

Outter Yacht Basin at Marina CostaBaja

vendors available that can assist them in their repairs and maintenance needs. (see Refitting in The Sea)

La Paz has particular dates to celebrate, Carnaval in the early months of the Year, La Paz Foundation festivities in May, Independence day celebration in September, it hosts the Baja 1000 off road race every 3 years in November and many fishing tournaments around the season. Marina CostaBaja has weekly celebrations and gatherings to add up some spice to the ambiance, Tuesdays a movie is played in the commercial area for the tenants and visitors, Thursdays a live band will delight the evening, Fridays and Saturdays you can always expect a live band at the local Palapa Bar Christmas holydays events are creating expectation in the locals as the festivities were a big success in the 05 celebration, lights, piñatas, Christmas trees and choir

CostaBaja Resort and Marina has a handful of 1 and 2 Bedroom condos available completed and has recently released Vista Mar Residences area project and a 18-hole Golf course to be designed by Gary Player.

How can you get to La Paz? Daily flight from Tijuana and other cities in mainland Mexico are available, Alaska airlines have 3 flights a week from LA and Delta is expected to initiate daily flights from Los Angeles mid December, looking for an adventure, Highway 1 has quite off them for you if you have the time to drive the peninsula, it will embrace you if you can take the time to enjoy it and experience the breath taking scenarios, the changes in the flora and fauna that you will encounter are just astonishing.

Outter Yacht Basin looking west across Bahia de La Paz

So next time you look south of the Border remember that Peace can be found in this magnificent destination.

Click here to visit the Marina CostaBaja Website

Km. 7.5 Carretera a Pichilingue
La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico
(612) 121-6225 Phone
(612) 121-5764 Fax
VHF Channel 16

Marina CostaBaja decorated for Navidad

Additional Resources

 
Isla Espritu Santos
Map of La Paz
Map of La Paz Beaches
Summer Sundays in La Paz
Beaches in La Paz
Restaurante Gula in Marina CostaBaja
Cafe Milano - La Paz
El Patrón - Restaurant in La Paz
Marine Services in La Paz
Club El Moro Hotel -  La Paz
Mosquito Fleet Fishing Report
Diving El Bajo
Refitting in The Sea of Cortez
Baja Weather
Swimming with Sea Lions
 

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