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Goodbye Mexico episode 2, the infernal anchorage of Cabo San Lucas ⚓️🤬

June 16, 2024 · 8 min · 909 views · Baja California Sur

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Dajana and Ivo complete their departure formalities in La Paz, Mexico, after a morning of administrative processing.0:19 They navigate south along the Baja California peninsula, encountering whale migrations and dolphins before anchoring overnight at Los Frajes, a location sheltered from northern swells.1:54 The crew proceeds to Cabo San Lucas to refuel with diesel and restock fresh provisions, including produce and bread, in preparation for a three-to-four-week passage to French Polynesia.5:06 Cabo San Lucas presents significant challenges, as constant traffic from tourist motorboats and jet skis creates persistent, uncomfortable swell in the anchorage.4:38 While waiting for a weather window, the crew replaces a broken fishing reel with a new unit spooled with 100 meters of line capable of handling 50-kilogram catches.6:39 Despite the proximity of large cruise ships and heavy maritime congestion, the pair completes their final preparations before departing for the Pacific.6:57

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