Channel Islands Freediving & Spearfishing Trip from Ventura
Explore two island dive sites on a boat dedicated to freedivers
Duration
9 hrs
Ideal For
Up to 49 people
Includes
Boat trip, meals, drinks
Highlights
Head to the Channel Islands on a freediving trip designed with spearfishers in mind, with room for underwater photographers and recreational freedivers of all experience levels. Settle into a relaxed schedule with a professional crew and dive sites selected by the captain for the day's ocean conditions.
- Explore two dive sites with extended time in the water
- Spread out aboard the 85-foot Spectre, with deck space for gearing up and relaxing
- Unwind in the on-deck hot tub or stretch out on the sun deck
- Prepare your catch at the fish-cleaning station with a game tank and cutting board
Itinerary
Check-In: 6:00 AM Boarding & Loading: 6:00 AM – 6:30 AM Safety Briefing & Departure: 6:45 AM – 7:00 AM Island Arrival: ~9:00 AM Session 1 (Freediving/Hunting): 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM Lunch Break: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Session 2 (Freediving/Hunting): 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM Departure from Island: 2:00 PM Return to Dock: ~4:00 PM
Note: All times and locations are subject to change at the Captain’s discretion based on weather, ocean conditions, and operational needs.
What's Included
- Hot breakfast and barbecue lunch, with vegetarian choices available
- Mid-day snacks and brownie sundaes on the ride home
- Water and soft drinks
- Hot freshwater showers
Important details
- Under 18s require an accompanying parent or legal guardian and a waiver signed by their legal guardian.
- Hunting requires a valid California fishing license with an ocean enhancement stamp and any required report cards.
- Not wheelchair accessible.
- No scuba diving is permitted; non-diving ride-alongs are welcome.
- Complete the electronic waiver before boarding.
- Equipment is not included unless rented. Bring all your freediving gear if you are not renting it.
- Spearfishing equipment is not provided. For hunting, bring your speargun or polespear, dive knife, cooler, ice, and storage bags for your catch.
- During lobster season, bring your physical lobster card, lobster gauge, and 2 game bags if hunting lobster.
- Follow current California fishing regulations and harvest only permitted species.
- Check in at 6:00 AM.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 7 days before departure for a full refund or reschedule, including rental equipment. Cancellations within 7 days and no-shows are not eligible for refunds or reschedules. If the captain cancels due to weather or unsafe conditions, you'll receive a full refund.
Product ID: E3P6HU
FAQs
Yes. Rental packages include a 7mm wetsuit with hood, gloves, boots, mask, snorkel, fins, and weight belt. Rentals cost extra and are not included in the listed price. Rental equipment is available onboard, so you can also rent forgotten gear at sea.
Bring a towel, sunscreen, medications, and toiletries for your day on the water.
