Baja Spear Expedition

With Carlos Coste

San Jose Island - BCS, Mexico
April 10-13th

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.

Road to the adventure

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 Solano, our local spear expert who knows these spots inside out, while Petra Oberucova delivers professional photo and video coverage to capture your drops, hunts, and top moments into the blue.

Spearfishing Expedition

Key info for the Expedition

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: 23°C in shallow waters - 17°C below 10m approximately.
Visibility: 10-15m
Target Species: California Yellowtail, Amberjack, Garropa, Cabrilla, Cubera & Dog Snapper, etc.
Wetsuit: 5mm
Spots to visit: San Jose Island area, Santa Cruz, Isla De Animas, etc (the weather and fish behavior will be factors to consider and adapt to)
Arrivals/Departures: the expedition starts on Saturday 10th 5:30 am in La Paz and ends on Tuesday 13th 12:00pm in La Paz. Book your tickets accordingly to have enough time to rest in the arrival, and avoid stress in your departure…

Expedition Itinerary

  • Friday - April 9th

  • Optional Welcome Dinner & Briefing: Join us in La Paz for an informal welcome dinner and pre-expedition briefing. (Note: You must arrive in La Paz on April 9th or earlier to join the trip).

  • 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)

  • Dinner in posada

  • Sunday - April 11th - DAY 2

  • Morning spearfishing session (~7h)

  • Afternoon conversation about freediving techinque and footage review.

  • Dinner in posada

  • Monday - April 12th - DAY 3

  • Morning spearfishing session (~7h)

  • Afternoon conversation about freediving techinque and footage review.

  • Dinner in posada

  • Tuesday - April 13th - Day4

  • Early morning breakfast

  • Road-trip back to La Paz (~3h30)

  • Drop off in LAP Airport and downtown from 12:00pm

What's Included

  • Land Logistics: Round-trip land transport between La Paz and our remote base (approx. 4 hours each way, we will stop few time for awesome drone photos of that unique landscape)

  • Ocean Front Lodging: 3 nights of comfortable, double-occupancy accommodation at a beautiful beachfront posada.

  • Boat Operations: 3 action-packed days on the water with our trusted local captain (5 to 7 hours per session).

  • Full Fuel & Fueling: Breakfast, boat lunches, and generous dinners showcasing local flavors. Starting from April 10th, finishing with breakfast on 13th.

  • Daily Refreshments: Quality snacks, fruits, nuts, and energy bars stocked on the boat, during transfers, and at the posada.

  • Hydration: Unlimited fresh water, electrolytes, and cold coconut water to keep you at peak performance.

  • Evening Unwind: Cold beer, wine, and a touch of mezcal to celebrate the day’s action over dinner.

  • Pro Coaching: In-water guidance and workshops covering freediving technique with Carlos Coste and local spearfishing strategy with Dante.

  • Media Package: High-resolution 4K video and photo coverage by Petra Oberucova to capture your top moments.

  • Evening Sessions: Informal presentations and debriefs to review footage, hone tactics, and talk story under the stars.

  • Safety:Constant in-water supervision and support from Carlos, Dante, and Petra to ensure a safe, relaxed, and seamless experience.

  • NOT INCLUDED:

  • Spearfishing and freediving gear (we have for rental)

  • Diving insurance (you should have one to enroll)

  • Meals and or transportation not specified in schedule.

Price: $ 3,000 USD

$1,200 USD non refundable to reserve your spot.

Important Notes
Conditions in the Sea of Cortez during April can be dynamic and unpredictable. Expect long, sun-drenched, and rewarding days on the water that can occasionally get choppy, so you should feel confident in the open ocean and agile when getting in and out of the panga. To access these raw, remote grounds, we work with local captains and traditional pangas—they aren't luxury charters, but they are the most effective, authentic vessels for navigating these waters. While marine life is wild and catches are never 100% guaranteed, early April is historically a high-activity window around San José Island, and our strict limit of 4 spearos plus crew ensures a safe, focused, and genuinely personalized adventure for everyone on board.

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