About La Ventana, Baja California Sur

La Ventana/El Sargento is a beautiful Bay in Southern Baja, Mexico. The two towns have a combined population of about 400 people and are located approximately 45 minutes south of La Paz, the capitol of B.C.S. These quaint villages are mostly inhabited by fisherman and their families until the winter months when 300-400 North Americans arrive for the windy season. The village has ten small grocery stores, two building supply stores, a pharmacy and five or six small restaurants. Most everyone goes into La Paz for the major shopping where grocery stores are similar to those found in the States.

As of yet, there are no banks or ATM machines in La Ventana, and credit cards are not accepted. Nearby La Paz as well as Los Cabos both have a large selection of banks, ATM’s and money exchangers, in addition to restaurants and stores that do accept credit cards. Canadian traveler’s checks are only accepted at a few banks and Canadian cash is NOT accepted for exchange. Most tourists bring US Dollars and some US traveler’s checks. La Ventana has recently become one of the world’s foremost windsurfing and kiteboarding destinations.

During the winter months (mid-Nov. to mid-March), the days are warm and the nights cool. Average day temperatures reach 80 degrees fahrenheit and drop at night to a low in the 60’s. Water temperatures hover from 68-78 (all temperatures in fahrenheit). Summer temperatures (April – Nov.) range between 85-105 during the day and 80 at night. The water is a perfect 80-90. The windy season Mid October until April the thermal winds blow on an average of 4 days a week. The average sail size for a man is 5.2 . When the El Norte comes through the wind picks up to 30 plus knots making for great 4.2 conditions. La Ventana is a very safe sailing spot, perfect for beginners and experts alike. On the big wind days the outside channel is perfect for riding large sea swell up to 10’ Feet, there are also great wave spots on several of the reefs. If you’re a beginner the inside areas around the campground are non-threatening and a safe friendly place to learn.

Over the last few years kiteboarding has become the newest sport in La Ventana. Besides the sandy launch along the south side of the bay, the wind conditions are perfect for kiting seven months of the year. For warmth, a thick shortie or lightweight full-length wetsuit is sufficient. If you’re a beginner or spend a lot of time in the water, you may consider a steamer. On non-windy days there are plenty of other activities: kayaking, mountain biking, dirt bike riding, scuba diving, snorkeling, fishing, and hiking through the desert. In the summer months La Ventana becomes a fisherman's dream. The deep-sea fishing and diving are world renowned! Nothing is mandatory, reading and sun bathing or just plain snoozing is allowed. La Ventana is a peaceful, beautiful area with something for everyone.