Brother you know we are leaving for Ensañada next month. This is gold for us if it never helps anyone but us . However I’m sure it will be gold for others. Thanks so much
Spectacular information Mark. 🙌🏼 This info is exactly what I needed to know for my first trip on my boat. Even though I’ve been there with you this video is invaluable as a reference for me. Thank you bro! Question about the Visa; you mention 180 days. Are the days cumulative or how does that work if I spend 20 days in Mexico then leave back to the US? Does that mean next visit in the same year I have 160 days? Just curious. Thanks!
Thanks, bro. You can get an FMM for up to 180 days. Most of the time in Ensenada they write if for 180 days without even asking. The days are not cumulative and they have an expiration date. Supposedly you should get a new one every time you exit and re-enter the country but I know a lot of people that do not do that. If you bring Stoked down in the next few months I'd plan to just get a new one vs try to explain that you've been in Country the entire time while you sailed a boat down from the U.S.
Great informative episode, my friend. Hope all is well on your adventure and I am hopeful to use some of your tips on a trip to Mexico on Sea-Renity soon. Stay safe...
This is great, I am looking forward to my first trip to Mexico and this is giving me co fidence and familiarity without having to research from scratch. Cheers!
Thank you for posting this information Dude. I'm 10 months behind you and planning a very similar journey around the Eastern Pacific so I'll be following you on your journey.
@@keeldragger I want to. I'm in the middle of a number of refit projects and have little idea of how to get started in the Vlogging arena. Just collecting photos of the various refit projects so far. I guess I just have to do a YT search on how to get started and go or it. :)
Right on. I'm behind on videos. We departed Ensenada two weeks ago and I'm currently in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle. Are you planning to head further South?
Fantastic and super useful content Mark! Do you find the marine diesel in Baja of the same or similar quality to what we have in SoCal? Also, do you run it through a fuel polisher or a baja filter, or is the chance of picking up bug no more or less than in SoCal?
I think the diesel at Marina Coral and San Jose Del Cabo is good. They have plenty of turnover there. Bahia Tortugas also seems okay but their jerry cans could have been a little cleaner. I have a baja filter but did not use it. My bigger concern on the way down baja was whether there was any existing residual bug in the tank that would get stirred up as we went offshore. I left with a good inventory of primary and secondary fuel filters, but had not issues and did not have to change them on the way down. That being said - I met some guys who limped into Ensenada after bailing out of the Baja Haha. They had major fuel issues. I am fairly convinced that was self inflicted when they attempted to fill their tanks from jerry cans while waves were breaking on deck. There were no other reported fuel issues from the Baja Haha that I am aware of.
I haven’t yet sailed to Ensenada. But as I’m in San Diego this is a must stop for me. Thanks for all the information! Super useful. I haven’t yet sailed through the night. Was thinking to anchor on the Coronados to try to split the journey up. Is that a bad idea?
You can anchor off Coronado South but it is not well protected and you cannot go ashore. I suggest getting comfortable for a night passage up North rather than do you first one to Ensenada. I typically prefer to to come down from San Diego overnight so I have plenty of daytime to sort any issues and get tied up in Ensenada before it gets dark out.
Great information, thanks. Not sure if you would know but thought I would ask. I just purchased a new boat, never been registered and never had a TIP. It is being transported to Ensenada, do I get the TIP on line before the boat gets there or do I just do it when I arrive with the boat? Thanks for any info you may have.
Not sure if my reply posted. If coming by sea you should be fine to get your TIP when you arrive in Ensenada. Not sure about having a boat transported via land.
@@keeldragger Thanks for the response, that is what I thought but it has been years since I been there and things tend to change. We are coming by ship.
So you need TIP, however you cannot receive one prior to actually arrival/checkin to Mexico . And If a prior owner obtained a TIP and disnot cancel it for our boat is a huge problem?
Good question. Your boat needs to be free and clear of existing TIP in order to get a new one issued to you. If there is not a prior existing TIP, it's a pretty simple process to get a new one, provided your CG/state documentation, etc. is in order. The agents at the marina will assist. The problem arises if there is an existing TIP which was not cancelled. My suggestion is just to talk to the marina you plan to check in with and ask them if they can guide you to check before you arrive so you do not have any surprises.
Great information for cruisers. Well done Capt. Love your content and company, keep it up brother.
Will do! I'd love to see you get your boat down to Ensenada. You could sail it down and trailer it up.
Awesome! We are heading to Ensenada the day after Christmas!
Excellent! Let me know how it goes!
You did a perfect job, Mark. Well done🎉
Gracias, Amigo! Hope all is well up North!
Brother you know we are leaving for Ensañada next month. This is gold for us if it never helps anyone but us . However I’m sure it will be gold for others. Thanks so much
If it's useful for one other person it's worth my time to make the video. Glad you finding it helpful!
Great info! This is one that should be added to everyone's video library for future reference.
I'll be happy if a few folks find this content useful.
Spectacular information Mark. 🙌🏼 This info is exactly what I needed to know for my first trip on my boat. Even though I’ve been there with you this video is invaluable as a reference for me. Thank you bro!
Question about the Visa; you mention 180 days. Are the days cumulative or how does that work if I spend 20 days in Mexico then leave back to the US? Does that mean next visit in the same year I have 160 days? Just curious. Thanks!
Thanks, bro. You can get an FMM for up to 180 days. Most of the time in Ensenada they write if for 180 days without even asking. The days are not cumulative and they have an expiration date. Supposedly you should get a new one every time you exit and re-enter the country but I know a lot of people that do not do that. If you bring Stoked down in the next few months I'd plan to just get a new one vs try to explain that you've been in Country the entire time while you sailed a boat down from the U.S.
Great informative episode, my friend. Hope all is well on your adventure and I am hopeful to use some of your tips on a trip to Mexico on Sea-Renity soon. Stay safe...
You have a great boat to take you to Ensenada. Keep me posted if/when you decide to go... and I'll follow along RUclips.
This is great, I am looking forward to my first trip to Mexico and this is giving me co fidence and familiarity without having to research from scratch.
Cheers!
Hope you can make the trip soon . It’s a great experience.
Great video! If anyone was heading down with any worries about the process, this would be sure to make them feel more comfortable!
I was a little nervous my first time sailing into Ensenada but it turned out to be pretty easy. I just wish I spoke fluent Spanish.
Your tips about the city's best places to go for food and services are spot on Mark. I'll add the KBBQ, 260 grill & bar right there in the malecon.
Thanks - I've not been there. Something to look forward to for my next visit.
Great tour. Thank you so much ...hopefully I'll get to that side of the world one day..lol.
We'll probably wind up crossing paths in the canal one of these days!
This guide is excellent!! Now I don't have to bug you on the DM's when I'm ready to go to Ensenada. 👍🏼
Thanks. Give me a shout if any questions come up that I may be able to answer.
Thank you for posting this information Dude. I'm 10 months behind you and planning a very similar journey around the Eastern Pacific so I'll be following you on your journey.
Right on! Do you plan to post or share your journey?
@@keeldragger I want to. I'm in the middle of a number of refit projects and have little idea of how to get started in the Vlogging arena. Just collecting photos of the various refit projects so far. I guess I just have to do a YT search on how to get started and go or it. :)
@ post your refit photos on instagram
Great info. While there don’t miss visiting the wine area
I could have done another episode on all of the things to see and do in the area. Valle de Guadelupe is pretty awesome.
Dude I have watched your Catalina videos, and I'm now docked just across from you here in Ensanada. Let's grab a bite when your free
Right on. I'm behind on videos. We departed Ensenada two weeks ago and I'm currently in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle. Are you planning to head further South?
Fantastic and super useful content Mark! Do you find the marine diesel in Baja of the same or similar quality to what we have in SoCal? Also, do you run it through a fuel polisher or a baja filter, or is the chance of picking up bug no more or less than in SoCal?
I think the diesel at Marina Coral and San Jose Del Cabo is good. They have plenty of turnover there. Bahia Tortugas also seems okay but their jerry cans could have been a little cleaner. I have a baja filter but did not use it. My bigger concern on the way down baja was whether there was any existing residual bug in the tank that would get stirred up as we went offshore. I left with a good inventory of primary and secondary fuel filters, but had not issues and did not have to change them on the way down. That being said - I met some guys who limped into Ensenada after bailing out of the Baja Haha. They had major fuel issues. I am fairly convinced that was self inflicted when they attempted to fill their tanks from jerry cans while waves were breaking on deck. There were no other reported fuel issues from the Baja Haha that I am aware of.
I haven’t yet sailed to Ensenada. But as I’m in San Diego this is a must stop for me. Thanks for all the information! Super useful.
I haven’t yet sailed through the night. Was thinking to anchor on the Coronados to try to split the journey up. Is that a bad idea?
You can anchor off Coronado South but it is not well protected and you cannot go ashore. I suggest getting comfortable for a night passage up North rather than do you first one to Ensenada. I typically prefer to to come down from San Diego overnight so I have plenty of daytime to sort any issues and get tied up in Ensenada before it gets dark out.
@ sounds like good advice, thanks!
Safe travels
Great information, thanks. Not sure if you would know but thought I would ask. I just purchased a new boat, never been registered and never had a TIP. It is being transported to Ensenada, do I get the TIP on line before the boat gets there or do I just do it when I arrive with the boat? Thanks for any info you may have.
Not sure if my reply posted. If coming by sea you should be fine to get your TIP when you arrive in Ensenada. Not sure about having a boat transported via land.
@@keeldragger Thanks for the response, that is what I thought but it has been years since I been there and things tend to change. We are coming by ship.
So you need TIP, however you cannot receive one prior to actually arrival/checkin to Mexico . And If a prior owner obtained a TIP and disnot cancel it for our boat is a huge problem?
Good question. Your boat needs to be free and clear of existing TIP in order to get a new one issued to you. If there is not a prior existing TIP, it's a pretty simple process to get a new one, provided your CG/state documentation, etc. is in order. The agents at the marina will assist. The problem arises if there is an existing TIP which was not cancelled. My suggestion is just to talk to the marina you plan to check in with and ask them if they can guide you to check before you arrive so you do not have any surprises.