It's hard to imagine anything more exhilarating than a windblown ride aboard an America's Cup racing yacht. You've watched these magnificent sailboats compete for sailing's most coveted prize - and you can live the adventure in Cabo San Lucas!

The America's Cup is the world's oldest and most prestigious yachting regatta. Once an exclusive activity for millionaires and elite professional yacht racers, now everyone can take part in the ultimate sailing experience with Cabo Adventures.

With Cabo Adventures not only can you capture the romance of sailing aboard our Team New Zealand NZL 81 and NZL 82 racing yachts, you can feel the thrill of competing head to head in your own "Cup Regatta" on one of these America's Cup contenders!

No experience is necessary to participate in this once in a lifetime adventure. Our professional sailing charter crew will show you what to do - from tacking and jibing to grinding the winch and trimming the sails - and encourage you to actively participate in racing these spectacular sailboats to victory!

The less adventurous can relax on deck with a complimentary refreshment and cheer their team on as the crews races past Lovers Arch and the beautiful beaches along the Los Cabos coastline.

After the regatta, we'll head back to the marina for a victory party on the pier, where you can purchase photographs of your race or browse in our gift shop for exclusive America's Cup - Cabo clothing and souvenirs.

Don't miss your opportunity to feel the adrenalin rush that comes from racing authentic America's Cup Race Boats in the warm blue waters and brisk trade winds of Cabo San Lucas - Make your reservations today!

AMERICAN CUP HISTORY

Back in 1851, Queen Victoria commissioned a cup called the “one hundred guinea cup”. She invited all the major nations in the world to come to England and race against her fleet of yachts.

They sailed their yacht, aptly called the “America” across the Atlantic to England setting a record in the process. The original race was hosted around the Isle of White, and the first boat to cross the finishing line would win the first cup.
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The Americans started the race off slowly as they had left their anchor down when they started the race. They were laying mid fleet when they decided to take a short cut which put them in the winning position.

The British protested against the American’s but, unfortunately for the British, the American lawyers were better than the British so subsequently the Americans won the one hundred guinea cup.

While sailing back to the USA, the Americans re-named the winning cup, calling it the “Americas cup”. They named the cup after the boat but not their country. The cup went to the New York yacht club and stayed there for 132 years, making it the longest winning streak in sporting history which has made the America’s cup the most prestigious sporting event in the world.

In 1983, the Australians won the cup and took it back to Australia and the next regatta was based in Perth. Since then, it has then continued to change countries ever since and the race is alive today as it was 150 years ago.

AMERICA's CUP MATCH RACING
Los Cabos, Mexico

It's hard to imagine anything more exhilarating than a windblown ride aboard an America's Cup racing yacht. You've watched these magnificent sailboats compete for sailing's most coveted prize - and you can live the adventure in Cabo San Lucas!

The America's Cup is the world's oldest and most prestigious yachting regatta. Normally reserved as an exclusive activity for millionaires and elite professional yacht racers, now everyone can take part in the ultimate sailing experience with Cabo Adventures in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. With Cabo Adventures not only can you capture the romance of sailing aboard our Team New Zealand NZL 81 and NZL 82 racing yachts, you can feel the thrill of competing head to head in your own "Cup Regatta" on one of these America's Cup contenders!

No experience is necessary to participate in this once in a lifetime adventure. Our professional sailing crew will show you what to do - from tacking and jibing to grinding the winch and trimming the sails - and encourage you to actively participate in racing these spectacular sailboats to victory! The less adventurous can enjoy the adrenalin on deck with complimentary refreshments and cheer their team on as the crew’s races past Lovers Arch and the beautiful beaches along the Los Cabos coastline.

After the regatta, we'll head back to the marina for a victory party on the pier, where you can purchase photographs of your race or browse in our gift shop for exclusive America's Cup - Cabo clothing and souvenirs.

Don't miss your opportunity to feel the adrenalin rush that comes from racing authentic America's Cup Race Boats in the warm blue waters and brisk trade winds of Cabo San Lucas - Make your reservations today!

America’s Cup Match Racing:

  • Roundtrip transportation by special tender from the Cabo San Lucas Marina included
  • Professional gear and instruction
  • Bottled water, soft drinks, beer and victory party.
  • Minimum age 10 years.
  • We recommend you wear soft-soled running shoes, T-shirts and shorts over a swimsuit. Sunscreen and sunglasses are highly recommended.
  • Length of Tour: Approximately 3 hours
  • Not available to guests with neck or back problems, for those who suffer from motion sickness or pregnant guests.

America’s Cup Match Racing Fact Sheet:

America’s Cup Yacht racing includes:

  • Pre-sailing presentation
  • Option to “work” on board
  • Thrilling ride through the bay
  • Light refreshments on board
  • 1.15 hours of competitive sailing
  • Top of the line professional gear
  • Victory party!
  • No experience necessary

Hours of operation:
Departures daily at 11am, 2pm and 5pm

Duration:
Approximately 3 hours

Requirements:

  • Minimum age 10 years. Min height 4.5ft/1.4M
  • For their safety, guests with a history of back or
    neck problems and pregnant women are not
    permitted on the tour.
  • Cameras are not permitted on board

Don’t forget to bring:

  • Towel, swimwear and T-shirt
  • Soft soled running or deck shoes
  • Sunscreen
  • Cash for optional purchases

Extra services:
Photos of your experience

Reservations:
Reservations can be made by telephone or e-mail. Guests must present their coupon at the time of their check in. All guests are required to sign a waiver before the activity.

Due to the nature of this activity, schedules may change according to weather conditions

Cancellation policy
To offer the best service to our guests, we have the following cancellation policy

  • 24 hours or more: 100% refund
  • Less than 24 horas: No refund
  • No show or late arrival: No refund