Name: Body, Boat, Baja!
Start: 2026-04-19
End: 2026-04-25
Location: 22794 La Bufadora, B.C., Mexico

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Join Body Boat Blade for a small-group, private rough water sea kayaking trip to La Bufadora, Baja California. This trip takes place in one of Baja’s most iconic and dynamic coastal environments and is offered in an intimate format with focused coaching, flexible objectives, and maximum time on the water.

22794 La Bufadora, B.C., Mexico

Body, Boat, Baja!

Body Boat Blade, International

Body, Boat, Baja! in 22794 La Bufadora, B.C., Mexico

Join Body Boat Blade for a small-group, private rough water sea kayaking trip to La Bufadora, Baja California. This trip takes place in one of Baja’s most iconic and dynamic coastal environments and is offered in an intimate format with focused coaching, flexible objectives, and maximum time on the water.

Travel & Medical Insurance highly recommended.

Travel Insurance

Personal alcohol, snacks, sodas etc. can be purchased locally

Personal Food

Optional Island Day

Paddle Rental

Flights

Gratuities

Access to bunkhouse bathrooms, hot showers, and kitchen. Use of the bunkhouse as a home base for those camping on site

Lodging at the Bunkhouse

Provided daily from Monday morning to Saturday morning. 

Breakfast and Lunch

Provided daily from Sunday night to Friday night.

Dinners & Snacks

Water, Coffee & Tea

From San Diego to La Bufadora and return.

Group transportation

Professional coaching

Including laminated nautical charts of the area

Paddling Resources

Communcal Kitchen

Communal beer and wine cooler (honor system contribution)

Beverage Cooler

If you're travelling on your own you can bring your own kayak. Options are limited.

Kayak if needed

La Bufadora is a powerful and engaging coastal playground, featuring exposed headlands, rock gardens, sea caves, surge channels, and energetic Pacific swell. Conditions can range from playful to demanding, making this an ideal setting for paddlers looking to refine boat control, timing, decision-making, and confidence in real ocean energy.This trip is designed for intermediate to advanced paddlers who are comfortable paddling in wind and waves and want to deepen their rough-water skill set. Each day will be shaped by conditions, with sessions that may include rock hopping, surf launches and landings, working in surge and rebound, reading water, group management, and dynamic rescues in rough environments.

Paddling in La Bufadora

This private trip allows for a high coach-to-participant ratio, personalized feedback, and the ability to tailor days around the group’s goals and prevailing conditions. Expect long days on the water, intentional progression, and plenty of time observing, discussing, and learning from the ocean itself.Trip highlights include:<ul><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">World-class rough water</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Small group size for individualized coaching</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Progressive instruction in real ocean conditions</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Emphasis on safety, judgment, and confidence in dynamic water</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">No shore support; all days are fully self-supported on the water with multiple coaches present</li></ul>This trip is physically and mentally demanding and best suited for paddlers who are comfortable being challenged, adapting to changing conditions, and spending full days engaged in ocean environments.If you’re looking for an immersive rough-water experience in one of Baja’s most iconic locations, this trip offers the depth, focus, and intensity that small-group instruction makes possible.

Trip Highlights

This trip will be led by Alex LaLonde and joined by Victor Leon and Jennifer Kleck!

Coaches

We’ll be based at a comfortable bunkhouse near La Bufadora with hot showers, two bathrooms, and a full kitchen. The bunkhouse includes five lower bunks and five upper bunks. A large tent camping area is located next door, along with additional toilets for campers and busy times.If you choose to camp, the bunkhouse will still serve as your home base for meals, bathrooms, and gathering space—your tent simply becomes your sleeping and storage area.Breakfast and lunch fixings will be laid out each morning so everyone can feed themselves and pack a lunch for the day. Most dinners will also be at the bunkhouse. Every meal includes vegetarian options, and other dietary needs can be accommodated with advance notice.Water, tea, and coffee are provided. Soda, juice, beer, snacks, and other items can be purchased within walking distance at a small market. There will be a cooler available for personal beverages.For simplicity and community, we’ll also have a communal cooler stocked with beer and boxes of wine. Please help yourself and contribute to the communal booze jar (honor system—about $1.50 per beverage; keep a rough count and contribute at the end).

Accommodations & Meals

We can accommodate hotel pickups, or you may meet at the departure location. We plan to depart between 9:00–10:00 am. The easiest hotels for pickup are near the airport or in Hotel Circle.We’ll travel by van (approximately 2–3 hours) to Ensenada, stop for tacos for lunch, and then continue on to La Bufadora to settle in.We’ll depart La Bufadora on Saturday morning for the return to San Diego. Hotel drop-offs will be provided for as many participants as possible. We typically arrive back in San Diego around 5:00 pm, though northbound border crossings can be unpredictable.For travel planning:<ul><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Flights on Sunday are the safest option</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Saturday flights after 8:00 pm are generally workable, but not guaranteed</li></ul>

Travel & Transportation

Some equipment is available to borrow, including PFDs, helmets, spray skirts, and a limited number of paddles. Paddle rentals are available for $25. Fit may not be ideal, and paddles may differ from what you normally use, so bringing your own gear is strongly encouraged when possible.A large deck spray skirt works on most of our kayaks. Required Items <ol><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Passport</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Cash (USD) – Pesos are not required; US dollars are widely accepted and exchanged at a fair rate. Bring small bills (fives and tens are ideal). Some locations do not accept credit cards. You’ll need cash for one dinner out, snacks, and alcohol.</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Good footwear – Rocky beaches require sturdy neoprene booties or similar water shoes. For land, sandals with heel straps or comfortable walking shoes are recommended.</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Paddling clothing – Cold water immersion is expected. A dry suit is ideal. Thin insulating layers underneath work well, with extra layers available to adjust as needed. A wetsuit and paddle jacket can work for those accustomed to cold water.</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Land clothing – Shorts and t-shirts, plus long pants, fleece, and a windbreaker or light rain jacket. No laundry facilities are available, but hot showers are.</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Sleeping bag or sheets – Even for the bunkhouse. A compact 40°F sleeping bag is sufficient.</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Your normal kayaking gear (aside from items borrowed as noted). Laminated charts of the area are provided.</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Small dry bag(s) for lunch and personal items</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Toiletries, sunscreen, personal items Towels are provided for those flying.</li></ol>

Gear & Packing

Weather in this area can be variable. Expect a mix of hot, sunny days and cooler, foggier mornings. Afternoon breezes are common. Nights can be damp with heavy dew.Water temperatures are typically in the mid-50s °F. Participants should be prepared for cold-water immersion and extended time on the water in dynamic conditions.

Weather & Conditions

There will be an optional day trip to nearby islands during the week. This involves a powerboat ride out to the islands, followed by a circumnavigation and a 9-mile paddle back to our base.<ul><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Cost: $50 per person</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">Minimum group size: 5 participants</li><li class="ui-30d40835-py-17 ui-30d40835-bg-gray-400 ui-30d40835-border-gray-400">No advance commitment required—we’ll discuss and decide as a group during the week based on interest and conditions</li></ul>

Optional Island Paddle Day

While we don’t expect medical issues, it’s important to be prepared. There are quality hospitals in Ensenada, and San Diego’s hospitals are within reach if needed. Emergency transportation and care in a foreign country can be costly, and delays may occur while insurance is arranged.We strongly recommend purchasing travel medical insurance for this trip. One affordable option is GeoBlue International Travel Insurance: <a target="_new" rel="noopener" href="https://www.geobluetravelinsurance.com">https://www.geobluetravelinsurance.com</a>

Medical & Travel Insurance

This price includes WA state sales tax

Body Boat Baja Trip

Body, Boat, Baja!

Body, Boat, Baja!

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Paddling in La Bufadora

Trip Highlights

Coaches

Accommodations & Meals

Travel & Transportation

Gear & Packing

Weather & Conditions

Optional Island Paddle Day

Medical & Travel Insurance

What’s included

What’s not included

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