Basic
Crossing only
A pure, intense and authentic experience. Accommodation not included.
Price per person€1,500
- Crossing from Alcatraz Island to the San Francisco shore.
- Course analysis and assistance during the crossing.
- Swimming Travel gadget.
- Distance3km
- DifficultyHard
- Water temperature59°F
- RaceNo
Alcatraz 2027
Technical direction: Trips Viaggi
The event
Escape from Alcatraz: swim through history
Inspired by the famous escape from the island’s prison in 1962, the Escape from Alcatraz crossing is among the most evocative and sought-after swim crossings in the world. Swimming Travel offers you the opportunity to live this unforgettable adventure in California.
Two options, one tailored experience
In the Gold option the athlete will be pampered by Swimming Travel on a dynamic journey that offers not only intense days of swimming, from the crossing to daily swims along the Californian coast, but also the chance to get to know San Francisco, the technological, economic and cultural centre of California. Participants stay 6 nights in a **** Hotel, follow sessions dedicated to the crossing with course analysis, tips and strategies, join group swims in San Francisco Bay and visit the city. Companions are welcome in the Gold option and can take part in the proposed activities.
In the Basic option the athlete takes part in the crossing only and arranges accommodation independently. An exploratory swim in San Francisco Bay is scheduled the day before the event.
Safety
As always, safety in the water is a priority: the crossing will be monitored and managed by local professionals, experts in assisting swimmers in those currents.
The options
Gold
Crossing + **** Hotel + Swim Camp
More than a swim: a complete journey into San Francisco.
Starting from, per person€2,200
- 6 nights in a 4* hotel near San Francisco Bay (breakfast not included).
- Free Wi-Fi in the rooms.
- Course inspection and analysis, group swim with the local organisers in the Bay.
- Crossing from Alcatraz Island to the San Francisco shore.
- English-Italian interpreter.
- Organisational support and on-site assistance from Swimming Travel guides.
- Group visit of San Francisco following our itinerary.
- 360° assistance for the entire event.
- Swimming Travel gadget.
Gold: prices per room
Single room
- Athlete
- €3,500
- Companion
- €2,900
Double room
- Athlete
- €2,400
- Companion
- €1,700
Triple room
- Athlete
- €2,200
- Companion
- €1,500
Gold program
Day 1 · 27 September
Welcome to San Francisco
Arrival and check-in at the hotel. Group meeting and introductory walk along Fisherman’s Wharf, surrounded by ocean air and sea lions. Dinner at leisure.
Day 2 · 28 September
Training & City Vibes
Open water training in San Francisco Bay. Guided walking tour of the city’s most iconic neighbourhoods: Financial District, North Beach, Chinatown and Union Square. Lunch in one of the city’s characteristic districts.
PM Cable Cars, Lombard Street, Barbary Lane, Ina Coolbrith Park, Washington Square Park and Coit Tower.
Day 3 · 29 September
Towards the legend
Pre-crossing swim in the Bay to refine technique and confidence.
PM Ferry trip to Alcatraz Island, discovering the history of the place that will be your starting point the following day.
Day 4 · 30 September
Escape from Alcatraz
The big day. Boat transfer and open water swim from Alcatraz Island to the mainland. An experience that will stay with you forever.
Day 5 · 1 October
California on the Road
Scenic bike tour from Fisherman’s Wharf to Sausalito across the Golden Gate Bridge. Lunch in Sausalito and optional return by ferry.
Day 6 · 2 October
Training & Freedom
Open water training in the Bay. Walking tour of Haight-Ashbury and bike ride through Golden Gate Park.
PM Free afternoon to enjoy the city at your own pace.
Day 7 · 3 October
Farewell, San Francisco
Return to your home country.
Flexibility. The order of activities may change depending on weather and sea conditions and organisational needs.
Costs. The costs of individual activities are not included in the participation fee.
Basic program
Day 1 · 29 September
Bay warm-up swim
Meet the organisers on the beach for an acclimatisation swim. Your first contact with the waters of San Francisco Bay, learning to read the currents while facing the iconic skyline.
Day 2 · 30 September
Escape from Alcatraz
Technical briefing on the beach: weather, currents and course analysis. Distribution of the official event gadgets and boat transfer to the starting point. Then… silence, Alcatraz behind you and the city ahead: one of the most iconic open water swims in the world.
Day 3 · 1 October
Weather contingency day
Free day reserved for a possible rescheduling of the crossing in case of unfavourable weather or sea conditions.
Postponement. Due to the nature of the event, Basic participants are advised to plan their travel allowing for a possible one-day postponement of the crossing.
The package
The package does not include (Basic and Gold)
- Flights.
- Transfer to/from the airport.
- Meals.
- Travel around the city.
- Tourist tax.
- Activities during the visits.
- Anything not listed under "the package includes".
Children policy (Gold)
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Basic cancellation policy
- 90% refund until 10 March.
- No refunds for cancellations after 11 March.
Gold cancellation policy
- 90% refund until 10 March or until the email confirming the feasibility of the trip.
- 20% refund of the deposit and 50% of the balance (for single payments) for cancellations by 1 June.
- 50% refund of the balance for cancellations from 2 June to 25 August.
- No refunds for cancellations after 25 August.
Crossing conditions
The organisation takes no responsibility for any postponement or cancellation of the crossing due to adverse weather and sea conditions, committing itself solely to evaluating an alternative date with the maritime authority. For this reason, Basic participants are strongly advised to plan their trip allowing for a possible one-day postponement of the crossing.
The amount paid will be withheld in case of: cancellation, refusal of the postponement, late arrival, failure to send or incomplete sending of the documents required for the crossing, resulting in the impossibility of taking part.
No refund is due if the crossing starts regularly but has to be interrupted because of worsening weather and sea conditions or by order of the Maritime Authorities.
In case of trip cancellation due to national travel restrictions in the United States, an 80% refund will be provided.
Customisation
The package can be customised. For a quote, contact us through the form available here.
Registration methods
Basic
Single payment through online platforms (PayPal/Stripe) or bank transfer, as shown in the registration form.
Gold
Single payment through online platforms (PayPal/Stripe), as shown in the registration form.
Payment in two instalments by bank transfer only (to the account shown in the registration form), on the following schedule:
- 01First deposit of €1,500.00 per person by 15 March.
- 02Final balance by 1 June.
The feasibility of the trip will be assessed by mid-March. The Gold option will go ahead with a minimum of 7 people. Should the trip be cancelled because the minimum number of participants is not reached, the amount paid will be refunded in full; Swimming Travel reserves the right to make a financial proposal adjusted to the number of participants in order to guarantee participation in the event.
N.B. Athletes who wish to can share a room with other athletes of the same sex; Swimming Travel will then arrange the rooms.
Where
alcatraz usa
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