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Howard
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La Paz ferries?
Are there any ferries that leave from La Paz going to the mainland? According to Google they have been discontinued. I assume the on from Santa
Rosalia is still operating to San Carlos. I have never heard of any from Cabo, verdad?
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AKgringo
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In 1986 my plan was to take the ferry from Cabo to Puerto Vallarta, but the route was discontinued. The facilities were still there, but the terminal
soon became part of the rapidly growing tourist industry.
We had to backtrack to La Paz and take the ferry to Mazatlan. That run was still operating when I was there last November.
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RnR
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Ferries are currently operating every day from La Paz to the mainland.
There are two ferry companies - Baja Ferry and TMC ferries.
They go to both Topolobampo and Mazatlan. Baja Ferries every other day and TMC everyday.
Baja Ferries - https://www.bajaferries.com.mx/
Ferry TMC - https://www.ferrytmc.com/
There are no ferries from Cabo.
I can visually confirm that the ferries are running. TMC ferry went by the house this morning while we were having breakfast!
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Howard
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Thank you! This website can be helpful! 
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we grow old because we stop playing
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Marc
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Mazatlan to La Paz sixteen hours overnight with two meals. We scored the presidential suite on the O1 level.
[Edited on 12-2-2023 by Marc]
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chippy
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Quote: Originally posted by Marc  | Mazatlan to La Paz sixteen hours overnight with two meals. We scored the presidential suite on the O1 level.
[Edited on 12-2-2023 by Marc] |
Unfortunately they are using the Mexico Star for service from LAP to MAZ (not in picture) and it really sucks. Topo got the good new ferry
(California Star) for some reason? If you're going to maz I would use TMC.
[Edited on 12-2-2023 by chippy]
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John M
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One fellows experience with the ferry
This You Tube video shows what his steps were to secure a ferry ride to the mainland.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y1IZHnU10S8
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Howard
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Thank you to everyone. For those of you who have taken a car over, what other charges are there other than the tariff listed on their website?
If I understand their pricing, it's 5,300 pesos for a basic car or SUV. When I took the Santa Rosalia ferry there were charges for a room and food,
is that the case on this route? Is there a salon with comfortable sitting area while the trip is underway? I assume the pricing is the same for the
return as well, correct?
I am a Residente Permente and in the process of getting my South Dakota plated car nationalized. Once it's nationalized is there any other paperwork
that I will need for the car?
I am thinking about a road trip this spring from Loreto and then taking the ferry either from LaPaz and then back thru Guymas or vice versa.
Anyone have any feedback?
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MulegeAL
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Howard,
Good luck with the ferry to Santa Rosalia, that ferry stopped running years ago.
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surabi
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| Quote: Originally posted by Howard |
If I understand their pricing, it's 5,300 pesos for a basic car or SUV. When I took the Santa Rosalia ferry there were charges for a room and food,
is that the case on this route? Is there a salon with comfortable sitting area while the trip is underway? I assume the pricing is the same for the
return as well, correct?
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Yes, of course, if you want a room there's a charge for that. I'd bring my own food- I found the ferry food inedible.
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baja-chris
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Looks like La Paz - Mazatlan ferry discontinued now?
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surabi
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What makes you think that? It doesn't say anything on the ferry sites about it being discontinued.
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RFClark
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As of my phone conversation with Baja Ferries yesterday they currently make 2 trips to Mazatlan a week on Thursday and Saturday. Be advised that those
over 70 need a Doctors form stating that they're fit to travel. The information is available if you call their 800 number.
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"Be advised that those over 70 need a Doctors form stating that they're fit to travel. "
Are you serious? Do you think that showing proof that I just drove 2000 miles to get to their dock would be proof of fitness?
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chippy
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Looks like a reduced schedule but still running for BajaFerries. Have you tried TMC ferries?
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| Quote: Originally posted by AKgringo | "Be advised that those over 70 need a Doctors form stating that they're fit to travel. "
Are you serious? Do you think that showing proof that I just drove 2000 miles to get to their dock would be proof of fitness? |
Well, at least women don't need permission slip from male family member!
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RFClark
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Currently Baja Ferries is it. AK, yes a note from your MD less than two weeks prior to travel!
My guess is you row to get there as well as pay!
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Biznaga
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RFClark is correct about Baja Ferries requiring a note from your doctor, if you or your companion are 70 or older. When you go to purchase tickets on
their web site, the first thing you will see is a pop up window, that states;
Estimado usuario:
Si usted o algún acompañante tiene 70 años o más y/o alguna condición de salud especial, favor de realizar su reserva por medio de nuestro
Contact Center (800-337-7437).
or...the Google Translated version;
Dear user:
If you or a companion is 70 years old or older and/or has a special health condition, please make your reservation through our Contact Center
(800-337-7437).
We've taken the ferry 6 or 7 times from the mainland to B.C.S. in the past few years. We have not joined the 70 plus club yet, so this has not been an
issue for us.
If I had to make an educated guess as to why they do this, I'd bet it's due to the potential for the driver and/or passenger to climb or descend
multiple sets of steep, metal stairs on the ferry. Depending on the port, they may have a van that shuttles the passengers onto and off of the ferry.
It really depends on which ferry you take, and if you're the driver or passenger. I'm not saying folks over 70 can't do it, I'm just sharing some
thoughts on why I think Baja Ferries might have this medical form requirement for those lucky enough to have joined the 70 plus cool kids club 
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"If you or a companion is 70 years old or older and/or has a special health condition ..."
That's now how I would interpret that. To me means:
If you are 70 years old AND have a special health condition
or
if you have a special health condition (and under 70 years old).
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wilderone
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any other paperwork that I will need for the car?
You'll need a TIP. Which you can get in La Paz.
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