Adventure Sailing, Whale Watching, Snorkeling Charters

Exploration Adventure Charters of Sayulita

Sayula 1 is a custom 50 ft. "SAILING" Trimaran with all the luxuries on board for an amazing day at sea , dont miss out on an experiance of a lifetime .Everything is included from a lite breakfast , full lunch and open bar , "tasty drinks of all sort" !! . Snorkeling & fishing equip. is also provided, kayaks are also on board .Being surrounded by water & ocean , Bottle Nose Dolphins , Sea Turtles , Giant Pacific Mantarays , fresh ocean breezes , snorkeling and cave exploring will be a day you will never forget . Sailing is always a priority on board Sayula 1 , get involved in hoisting the lines and sheets or just sit back and relax. While vacationing in Sayulita, make sure to treat your family or group of friends to a day about the Sayula I. This 50 ft. trimaran accommodates up to 30 people though will take out groups as small as 6 .Sailing aboard Sayula 1 is the perfect addition to the perfect Sayulita Mexico vacation Meet Captain Pancho & Owner / Operator and guide Dariin B. Rath whom offers over 20 years of sailing expieriance aboard fine yachts and charters around the world and in local Sayulita and Puerto Vallarta waters. Darrin´s knowledge of local seas and as well as his commitment to 100% client satisfaction guarantee your group a day of unparalleled exclusive-style adventure.

Guests board Sayula 1 at Marina Riveira Nayarit, in front of the Yacht Club. The Marina is newly built and is only 15 minutes from Sayulita by taxi. Once on board, get prepared for a joyous day of sailing, exploring & adventure in style !! Activities and amenities include:

Fishing (gear provided)
Whale-watching
Snorkeling (gear provided)
Quality meals
Open bar (Yes, drinks are included)
Sound system (bring your Ipod)
Sunbathing
Swimming
Remote beaches
Sunsets

Sayula 1 has been in operation since 2004 in local waters . Fully licensed and fully insured and the most personable professional crew that provide Comfort , Style , Service & a Sense Of Satisfaction unlike the rest !! The reviews at the bottom of this page confirm that !! As Sayulita Grows as a tourist destinaition others have followed our lead though we are the real deal & the most personable boat , as said by many !!

Darrin spent years as a chef on charter boats through out the world before becoming a Captain and leaving the galley work to his crew , food and drink presentation , service and safety are a part of every day at sea for him and his guests ..

Sunset sails and dinner cruises are also available . A unique and different way to see the Bay !! I have ben told by many that their dinner on board Sayula 1 was better than any dinner out in Sayulita & the atmosphre is unbeatable !!"Try us Out" , for a dining experiance you will never forget !!!!

Sayula 1 is certified for 30 passengers though unlike most other charter boats , Sayual 1 will take out small groups of 4 to 6 for an affordable price ...

Built as a private yacht , Sayula 1 was built for a circumnavigation around the world , she spent 7 years circling the globe before Darrin purchased her , she is comfortable , graceful and perfect for the charter trade. Lots of Deck Space & Deck Cushions to relax on AND PLENTY OF SHADE . The sailing conditions are perfect here in Banderas Bay for her , getting up to speeds of 12 kts. Spinnakers flying !! A great way to learn about the art of sailing . "Sailing" with the whales is the way to go , "NO NOISEY ENGINES TO SPOIL THE GRACE OF THESE AMAZING CREATURES OF THE SEA " !!!!!!!!!

You will also enjoy the salty stories of Darrin's 25 years sailing around the world before he decided to make Sayulita his permanent home , they alone are worth a day aboard Sayula 1.

The last 7 years Sayula 1 has formed a large group of family & friends who come back with us year after year , we look forward to having you as one also.

Sayula 1's itinerary is flexible , our main trip is to the Marietas Islands though A trip to Yalapa or the Natural Marine Park of Los Arcos on the Southern side of the bay is also an amazing day.

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Lisa

(Utah USA)

5/5

So much fun!

We were intrigued by the sailing to the Marietta’s islands. The islands are (thankfully) very protected. Alley Cat did a great job of showing off the beauty of the islands without taking away the conservation of them. The service was a amazing, the food and entertainment (the crew) were great! They were very accommodating to a diverse group of clients.

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Experienced: February, 2019

The Gringos

(Washington state)

2/5

genorous with drinks

I felt it wasn’t very appropriate to have little kids there. More fore the mature crowd. The crew was very fun and very generous with the drinks. Felt very safe on the water with them and the activities.

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Experienced: January, 2019

JerDog

(san diego)

5/5

Sayulita Sailing done right!

We had a crew of 7 looking for a unique experience for a birthday celebration to Sayulita. It was our first time aboard with Daren and his crew.

The communication for booking while we were in the states was tremendous and we had no issues with the agency for booking our party.

When we arrived we were greeted by Captain Daren and knew that we were in for a good time. You just know when you've picked the right boat and Daren, Pancho and crew provided an unforgettable experience at sea with snorkeling, beach excursions, great music, and much more. I would highly recommend booking this boat for an excursion while in Sayulita or PV.

We considered coming back the following night for a dinner cruise as we had such a good experience, but it wasn't in the cards this time. Daren we'll be back for another boat ride with you and the Sayula 1!! Thanks for the memories.

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Experienced: December, 2015

Helfer family

(Canada)

4/5

Great crew on the boat

We had an awesome day on the boat with Pancho and the gang. They catered to a diverse group of guests and did so very successfully. My kids (6 and 10) were the only two on the boat and the crew were great with them. I would highly recommend the trip.

Ditto on the rocky communications/interactions with the office manager. Definitely challenging.

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Experienced: February, 2015

Jon K

(Burlington VT)

4/5

A great time on the boat

Our family of five, 3 kids ages 10-15, had a great time. The crew was extremely nice and professional. They were so friendly and so attentive. It was the highlight of our trip to sayulita!

We did have a rocky start to the trip. Communication with Rio, the trip manager, was iffy. There was a lot of last minute communication and our trip was cancelled twice at the 11th hour. We were also quoted a price for the trip which was changed only when we happen to see Rio on the street the night before the trip.

We were going to bring other family members who had children ages 3 and 5. We were told that that age would be fine for the boat. However, once we got on the boat it became obvious that children that young would not do so well. The boat doesn't have railings all around and the trip to the big island required us to swim in. If you have young children that are not strong swimmers or older family members/friends they could not make it to the island w/out swimming. And even though you were required to wear life jackets you still had to be comfortable in the water and a good swimmer due to the currents and the distance you had to swim.

All that aside, once we got on the boat the experience was excellent. There was plenty of food. Lunch was super. And lots of drinks, both alcoholic and non. The trip to the Island was lots of fun, there was plenty of snorkeling equipment, and we got to paddleboard, kayak, and snorkel at the island. We saw 3 beautiful whales which were so close to the boat that we got amazing photos! They also dropped a fishing line while we were sailing and we caught 4 huge fish. One of the tuna that we caught they whipped up into some delicious ceviche!

We stopped on the way back to port and spent about 30 minutes jumping off the boat. The kids loved the time jumping off, climbing back on board and jumping again.

Huge kudos to the boat staff! They totally made the trip!

We would highly recommend a day on the Sayula 1!

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Experienced: January, 2015

Sarafina

(Calgary, AB)

5/5

Worth every penny!

If you love adventure but also love delicious fresh food, drinks and just lounging about on an awesome boat? Then this is for you!
My friend and I had an amazing time & it was one of the highlights of our trip!
Thanks Rio!

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Experienced: October, 2014

Maria

(SanFrancisco Bay Area)

5/5

We are coming back Daren!

We had a blast! My husband even got to sail the boat! Great food and drinks and drinks and drinks. We had dolphins fallow us and birds diving all around us. Swam in the dark blue ocean! One of the guest played guitar. We had such relaxing time, that we at coming back this year! Thanks for a great memory!
Maria

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Experienced: October, 2014

drounds12

(NYC)

5/5

Always a Blast!!

I was lucky enough to sail with Darrin and his crew two years ago when I was in Sayulita for a wedding. We had an amazing time. So when my family and I were planning a trip to Sayulita this past May, I was very excited to get back aboard Sayulita 1!

We had a group of 7 people and were only joined by another couple, had the boat pretty much to ourselves! We set sail on a beautiful day, enjoyed delicious food and drinks, great company and a great time overall. We snorkeled, swam, saw dolphins, and even flew in the spinnaker!

If we have the pleasure of coming back to Sayulita again we will be sure to sail with Darrin and his lovely crew yet another time.

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Experienced: May, 2014

KateL

(Seattle, WA, USA)

5/5

Great adventure in Sayulita!

We found Adventure Sailing and Capt. D on Sayulita life and all the recommendations really speak to the experience. We enjoyed sailing and the trip to the Marieta Islands. The snorkeling, swimming, seeing dolphins, and just being out on the ocean for the day was all spectacular. The food was delicious and the drinks good, the crew was fun and accommodating, overall it was a great experience.

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Experienced: May, 2014

Erica

(Seattle, WA)

5/5

Relaxing yet adventurous day!

I went on the all-day sailing adventure with my boyfriend, his mom, cousin, aunt, and uncle. We all had a really great day that consisted mostly of laying in the sun on the boat's deck (There were comfy cushions and lots of nice spots to kick back), drinking beers (one of his crew brought them around whenever we needed more), and we had the opportunity to help out with sailing the boat and handling some of the lines, which was fun. When we got to the Marietas Islands, Darrin made sure we didn't enter the cave to the secret beach when it was crowded. Since a big tour boat from PV was pulling up, he took us around to the other island to swim and kayak, and when we returned to the cave it was mostly empty. The best part was when on the way back, we pulled up by a small beach and dropped anchor. Some of us dove in and swam to the beach, where a family was cooking up a bunch of carne asada and other treats over a fire. Darrin let us hang out there long enough for the family to share a bunch of their food with us, and we all had a really great time. The trip felt more like partying and adventuring with friends than going on a guided tour. However, the captain and crew were clearly very experienced and safety was never a concern. This trip is highly recommended!

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Experienced: May, 2014

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