After four peaceful days in Tenacatita, it was time to head south again, this time toward Bahía de Navidad. Just north of Barra de Navidad lies an anchorage off the town of Melaque, nicknamed “Rocky Melaque” for good reason. The anchorage there has a reputation for being uncomfortably rolly, so we opted instead to enter the harbor and anchor inside the lagoon. The entrance is well marked, but it demands attention. Staying precisely within the channel is essential, as the surr

The waves at the entrance to Nuevo Vallarta.

Departure day, time to cast off the lines.