Baja Spear Expedition
With Carlos Coste
San Jose Island - BCS, Mexico
April 10-13th
Spearfishing Expedition - San Jose Island
In early April, the waters of the Sea of Cortez surrounding San José Island come alive, marking the prime window to target trophy species like yellowtail (Jurel cola amarilla - Seriola Lalandi) groupers (Garropa - Gulf Grouper), cubera snappers, and amberjacks. This isn't a typical tourist charter—it's a raw, off-the-grid adventure into a largely unexplored and untouched stretch of coastline. To keep the experience personal, seamless, and high-quality, this expedition is strictly limited to an intimate group of just 4 spearos (not suitable for beginners). You’ll be guided in the water by freediving world record holder Carlos Coste alongside Dante, our local spear expert who knows these spots inside out, while Petra delivers professional photo and video coverage to capture your drops, hunts, and top moments into the blue.
Primary Scenarios: mid-water drop&drift, bottom ambush (aspetto), deep pinnacle & blue water drift.
Required Spearfishing level: intermediate (not suitable for complete beginners).
Depth range: 5-25m (15-80+ft).
Water temps: 24°C in shallow waters - 17°C below 10m approximately.
Visibility: 10-15m
Target Species: California Yellowtail, Amberjack, Garropa, Cabrilla, Cubera & Dog Snapper, etc.
Expedition Itinerary
Friday - April 9th
Optional welcome dinner and pre-expedition meeting in La Paz. (You should arrive to La Paz on the 9th or before to join the expedition).
Saturday - April 10th - DAY 1
Pick up in La Paz (5:30am) to drive to our seafront posada in San Evaristo (+4h)
The road trip to San Evaristo is impressive, and we'll enjoy it fully, stopping for photos and drone shots.
Briefing about speafishing tactics in the local waters by Dante
Afternoon Spearfishing session (5h aprox)
Dinner in posada
Sunday - April 11th - DAY 2
Morning spearfishing session
Afternoon conversation about freediving techinque and footage review.
Monday - April 12th - DAY 3
Tuesday - April 13th - Day4
Depth training range: 20-70m
Stretching, breathwork, and EQ workshops every day
Mental techniques practices
Arriving to our posada, we got light
Fun excursion to mayan marvelous ruins on the day off
Exclusive high-quality photo/video package
Accommodation in a delightful hacienda surrounded by Yucatan jungle at 5 minutes from depth cenote.
Accommodation in comfortable shared room with private bathroom. Private room optional.
Healthy snacks and hydration
Book your spot with 30% (non-refundable deposit)
PRICE: USD 1,900
Not included in the price:
Personal gear
Air transportation or transportation outside the schedule
WAVE2 Advanced Course
Dates: March 4 - 8th
Five training days: 1x day in pool and 4x days in deep cenote.
All-inclusive package: accommodation (5 nights), transportation, all meals.
Nutritious food with vegan choices available.
Pick up and drop off from Merida (airport or downtown) on March 3rd and March 8th
Molchanovs WAVE2 manual & certification (upon skills/performance completion) and Base Training access.
Stretching, breathwork, and EQ workshops every day
Mental techniques practices
Technique video analysis
Exclusive high-quality photo/video package
Accommodation in Merida (1 night) and 5 nights in a delightful hacienda surrounded by Yucatan jungle at 5 minutes from depth cenote.
Comfortable shared room with private bathroom. Private room optional.
Healthy snacks and hydration
Book your spot with 30% (non-refundable deposit)
PRICE: USD 1,400
Not included in the price:
Personal gear
Air transportation or transportation outside the schedule
W2I Instructor Course
March 4 - 10th
Seven action days including theory, dry, pool, and depth workshops and assessments.
All-inclusive package: accommodation (8 nights), transportation, all meals.
Nutritious food with vegan choices available.
Online theory sessions are scheduled on Feb 12-15th to prepare in advance.
Pick up and drop off from Merida (airport or downtown) on Feb 21th and March 1st.
Molchanovs W2i materials & certification (upon skills/performance completion) and dashboard - Base Training access.
Technique video analysis
Exclusive high-quality photo/video package
Accommodation in Merida (1 night) and 7 nights in a delightful hacienda surrounded by Yucatan jungle at 5 minutes from depth cenote.
Healthy snacks and hydration
Book your spot with 30%
PRICE: USD 2,400
Not included in the price:
*Meals in Merida (Day 1)
Personal gear
Air transportation or transportation outside the schedule
WAVE3 Master Course
Dates: June 20 - 23th
Seven training days: 1x day in pool and 6x days in deep cenote. One Day off for recovery and fun exploration
All-inclusive package: accommodation (9 nights), transportation, all meals.
Nutritious food with vegan choices available.
Pick up and drop off from Merida (airport or downtown) on Feb 21th and March 1st.
Molchanovs WAVE3 manual & certification (upon skills/performance completion) and Base Training access.
Stretching, breathwork, and EQ workshops every day
Mental techniques practices
Technique video analysis
Fun excursion to mayan marvelous ruins on day off
Exclusive high-quality photo/video package
Accommodation in Merida (1 night) and 8 nights in a delightful hacienda surrounded by Yucatan jungle at 5 minutes from depth cenote.
Comfortable shared room with private bathroom. Private room optional.
Healthy snacks and hydration
Book your spot with 30% (non-refundable deposit)
PRICE: USD 2,200
Not included in the price:
Meals on Merida (Day 1)
Personal gear
Air transportation or transportation outside the schedule
Reach new depths with Carlos & Petra
Make your freediving course a unique life experience by learning from two outstanding instructors.Carlos will bring all his legendary experiences and wisdom to teach you his own techniques in a simple, enjoyable, and natural way.You´ll have the privilege to learn directly from a real pioneer of depth and freediving education.Petra is a shark expert and sea life whisperer and will guide you on how to freedive in harmony with the underwater world and how to peacefully and respectfully interact with animals.
Carlos Coste
Freediving legend and multiple World Record Holder, Carlos made history by diving 100m in CWT and FIM (unassisted disciplines) in 2003.Apart from his impressive competitive career, Carlos is a great instructor and trainer who loves to teach in an energetic and fun way.He customizes each course according to his to students’ needs and abilities so that they move through the learning curve simply and successfully.
Molchanovs W4i, AIDA IT, PADI IT
Petra Oberucova
Petra is a real ocean lover & explorer.Her knowledge and passion for fauna interaction is contagious and it motivates students and friends to join her adventures and projects.She has a vibrant positive personality that is expressed through her big smile. In addition to her highly empathetic skills, she is a great freediving & scuba Instructor, photographer, simply Slovakian Sealion!