KNOW BEFORE YOU GO!

No whiners allowed!

Setting up fishing and hunting trips to Baja is a lot of work.  There are too many moving parts that we have to gather together to make your trip happen.  You must be ready for unexpected changes to date, flights, lodging fishing and hunting dynamics.  If you are someone who needs a perfectly planned trip then, this is not for you.  We have what we call "Baja Magic" and this does not necessarily mean the magic is always good.  We Baja lovers understand this terminology all too well.  It means that you have to accept what is happening and just go with the Baja blows.  BFC will do everything in our power to make your trip the most unforgettable trip of a lifetime however, snags do happen and we expect you to be accepting of these snafus. Once you book a trip with us you accept all of our terms and conditions.  So don't ask any "what if" questions and expect us to have a firm answer about something that is beyond our control.  We will practice our right to refuse service to whomever we deem necessary.  

What is BFC’s purpose?
We are here to provide help for anglers who wish book the best fishing experience in Baja as well as help create more work for the local hoteliers and panga owners.  We do all the legwork for you to have a complete fishing package so you don't have to worry about that.  We are a one-stop shop to making your Baja fishing dream trip come to life! 

How will BFC provide the best fishing experience in Baja?
By making sure that all your needs are met however, we don’t stop there.  We keep in contact with all the local fishing outfits throughout Baja to ensure that every aspect of your trip is going to run smooth.  This includes making sure that all entities that BFC works with has all proper documentation and licensing.  From the moment you cross the border going South to the moment you cross the border going North, we avoid you from having the unwelcome surprises that can occasionally occur when traveling in Baja.

• We  make sure that each panga or boat you step on has all up-to-date licensing and permits.  Getting boarded by law enforcement and not having the proper permits is not a fun thing to happen. 
  
• We communicate with you, the angler,  to make sure you follow the local and federal laws within Mexico.  For example: making sure you know your fish limits, no drugs or guns allowed in Mexico, etc.
  

Why choose BFC?

With over 30 years of experience in the travel industry we take all your travel and fishing desires seriously.  You are not just booking with a people who only dream of providing excellent customer service, you are booking with professionals who know the importance in you having a great and memorable fishing trip without any glitches.  We make every effort to offer the best value for your money on your trips.  We suggest you use caution when booking with an organization that may not be qualified to take care of your investment. BFC and it's vendors reserve the right to refuse service to anyone they feel deemed to do so.

Why are all your payments non-refundable?
We go through a great deal of work to secure a seat for you.  The deposits and payments will cover charges made by the local vendors to confirm the package.   Our vendors go through a great length of work and costs to make sure your trip is a successful trip.  We want to ensure that the vendors we work with is not prepping for your arrival in vain.  We ensure the vendor that the customers are serious about their trip to that vendor’s fishing destination.  The non-refundable fees may also cover fees and or commissions that BFC has added to the package cost.  It takes a lot of time, work and money to make one trip a successful trip. A cancellation in such individualized niche packages as ours costs us and our vendors a great deal of expenses.  These costs will be covered by all monies received by our customers and also to compensate the work conducted to make you package whole.  So when booking a trip with us, please make sure you can go.  No flaking or it will cost you!

How do I avoid cancellation penalties?
BFC strongly recommends travel insurance to protect your investment. We understand that there are in fact travel insurance companies that will cover cancellation penalties for any reason. We cannot advise on what the covered reasons are.  You will need to discuss with your favorite travel insurance provider for more information about coverage and costs.  There will be many cases where we will not be able to offer you and alternate travel date in case of hurricanes or natural disasters.  Purchasing travel insurance will protect you.

Why does BFC not include Mexican fishing licenses in the cost of the trip?
Most of our guests already have a Mexican fishing license and that is the main reason why we don’t include the licenses. It will also keep that package cost low. Our web site has a link that leads to the web site to purchase Mexican fishing licenses.  We suggest you purchase a yearly license as it is fairly inexpensive and we just know that once you go on a BFC trip you will be back for more!

Will I be safe in Baja?
Yes!  We are very careful when in Mexico.  When we are on the road, our goal is to get you safely to our destination.  Unfortunately the media has done a great deal in causing a worldwide concern for traveling to Mexico.  Most of the fishing destinations we offer in Baja are away from it all and off the grid.  BFC recommends that you be cautious when traveling anywhere in the world.   We invite you to join us to find out how magical Baja can be. 

Drug Policy

Mexico and Baja Fishing Convoys has ZERO tolerance for drug usage on any of our trips.  If we see you have taken illegal drugs with you on any of our trips we will be forced to end your trip immediately without a refund for the remainder of the trip and we will not be responsible for any fees for you to get back home. Medical marijuana is NOT legal in Mexico, so please, leave all that at home!  Prescription drugs are fine.  

We just want to make clear what a single person not abiding to the law in Mexico regarding recreational drugs.  If any member of law enforcement were to locate drugs in our vehicles, boats and hotels, authorities will have the right to confiscate EVERYONE'S belongings, vehicles and boats.  Hotels can be shut down.  Panga captains can lose their licenses if you or anyone else on your boat decides to irresponsibly consume drugs aboard their vessel.  Baja Fishing Convoys will not help or support anyone who choses not to follow the laws in Mexico.

Mexican Tourist Visas

When flying out of the Tijuana airport and using the CBX bridge you will need the LAND entrance visa.  This visa is free is you are walking across and staying less than 7 days.  There is a fee for trips that are 7 days or longer.  A passport book or card will suffice for this type of visa.  You can fill out the application at any border crossing and CBX terminal or click on this link to fill out the FMM visa form.  This will help process your visa quicker at the crossing.  https://www.inm.gob.mx/fmme/publico/en/solicitud.html

Remember to print your FMM and receipt, and bring it with you on the day of your trip.  If you need to pay, you will need to do this at the crossing. 

Please note that we are sharing this link as a courtesy.  BFC is not responsible for any errors or web page errors or inconsistencies.  BFC is not an immigration service agency.  We cannot offer immigration form advice.  Each applicant is responsible for completing his/her application properly.

If you are flying into Mexico from the US then you will need to fill out the AIR visa application. 

Flight Reservations

Baja Fishing Convoys is not responsible for airline flight changes included routing and costs in our air inclusive packages.  If you choose to purchase your own airfare to any of our destinations you will be responsible for purchasing your own ground transfers to get to your lodging.   We recommend you purchase travel insurance to protect you against unexpected trip interruptions due to airline changes.