MARINA DEL REY BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
A Quiet Passage: Conducting a Burial at Sea from Marina del Rey
A concise guide to The Blue Moon Dolphin Cruise’s Burial at Sea offering — how the operator frames a personalized memorial cruise and what to know before you board.
A Quiet Passage: Conducting a Burial at Sea from Marina del Rey.
The Blue Moon partners with experienced captains to mount private memorial cruises from Marina del Rey, crafting a calm, sea-bound ceremony for farewells and remembrances. The operation focuses on a personalized, reflective experience on the water designed to honor a loved one.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A Calm, Open-Water Venue for Reflection
The cruise positions family and friends on the water where the surroundings and the motion of the sea provide a quiet backdrop for memorials and remembrances, allowing for a measured moment of reflection and celebration.
Personalized Memorials and Remembrances
The Blue Moon collaborates with captains who specialize in burials at sea to create a tailored ceremony—working with you to design the cruise and the moments of tribute that matter most.
An Experienced Crew to Steer the Process
The Blue Moon Dolphin Cruise coordinates with expert captains to ensure the technical and logistical aspects of a burial at sea are handled professionally, so families can focus on the memorial.
What the day feels like
What the Passage Feels Like
This is a deliberately paced outing: families board in Marina del Rey, spend time offshore for memorials and remembrances, and return after a two- to six-hour cruise. The emphasis is on creating a meaningful moment on the water—calm, reflective, and set to the rhythm of the ocean.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this service fits—and the onboard limits to plan around.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Plan for a 2–6 hour outing; confirm the exact length with the operator when you book.
The departure address is 13999 Marquesas Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292; confirm arrival time with The Blue Moon before your cruise.
Check the weather, dress in layers, bring flat shoes (no heels), sunscreen, and consider sea-sickness medication on windy days; you may bring snacks, food and beverages (including alcohol) and the vessel provides a cooler and fridge—bring your own ice if desired.
A waiver will be emailed prior to the cruise and must be signed before boarding; glitter and tape for decorating are prohibited and smoking is not allowed onboard.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is a Burial at Sea cruise with The Blue Moon?
Trips run between 2 and 6 hours; confirm the planned duration when booking.
Where do we meet for the cruise?
The meeting location is 13999 Marquesas Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292; your operator will confirm arrival time and boarding instructions.
Can we bring food and alcohol aboard?
Yes—The Blue Moon welcomes snacks, food, and beverages including alcohol; there is a cooler and fridge available onboard, and you may bring your own ice if needed.
Are there rules about footwear, decorations, or smoking?
Yes—everyone must wear flat shoes (no high heels for women), glitter and tape for decorating are not permitted, and there is no smoking on board.
Is there any paperwork required before boarding?
A waiver will be sent via email that must be signed prior to the cruise.
Should I prepare for sea conditions?
Check the weather a few days before departure and bring appropriate clothing; on windy days seas may be choppier and you might consider sea-sickness medication taken about an hour before boarding.