Freediving Trip Aboard the Spectre [Aug 18, 2026]

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 | Ventura Harbor

Join Blue Holic Scuba for a special freediving-only day aboard the Spectre in the Channel Islands.

This trip is designed for freedivers who want a full day in the ocean to practice their skills, explore the kelp, and hunt. One half of the boat will be reserved for the Blue Holic Scuba group, while the other half will be chartered by the Dive Aunties.

There will be no scuba tanks on this trip. Bring your freediving gear, hunting equipment if you plan to hunt, and get ready for a full day on the water.

About the Trip

The Spectre will take us to three anchored dive sites selected by the captain based on the day’s ocean and weather conditions.

Freedivers can use the day to:

• Practice breath-hold diving
• Work on equalization, duck dives, and technique
• Explore California kelp forests
• Gain more experience freediving from a boat
• Spearfish or hunt within current fishing regulations
• Spend time in the water with other local freedivers

Hunting is completely optional. You are welcome to join simply to practice and enjoy the ocean.

Schedule

6:00 AM — Boarding and hot breakfast
7:00 AM — Boat departs Ventura Harbor
Three freediving locations throughout the day
Approximately 4:00 PM — Return to Ventura Harbor

Return time may vary depending on ocean conditions.

What’s Included

• Full-day Channel Islands boat trip aboard the Spectre
• Access to three anchored freediving sites
• Hot breakfast
• Snacks and beverages
• BBQ lunch
• Hot showers
• Hot tub
• Indoor seating and bunks
• Sundeck and outdoor seating

What to Bring

Please bring your own freediving equipment, including:

• Freediving mask and snorkel
• Long-blade fins
• Wetsuit
• Weight belt and weights
• Dive watch or depth gauge
• Towel and warm clothes
• Reusable water bottle
• Seasickness medication, if needed

For Hunters

Participants planning to hunt must bring all required personal equipment and follow current California fishing regulations.

Please bring:

• Valid California fishing license (buy at Big 5)
• Any required permits, tags, or report cards
• Dive knife
• Game bag or catch bag
• All personal spearfishing or hunting equipment
• Small cooler for your catch

Boat storage is limited, so please do not bring a large cooler. All catch must be properly secured, stored, and transported by the participant.

Important Trip Information

This is a freediving-only trip. Scuba tanks, regulators, BCDs, and scuba air fills will not be available.

All participants must be comfortable swimming in open-ocean conditions and entering and exiting the water from a dive boat. Freedivers are expected to follow the buddy system and never freedive alone.

Dive locations and conditions cannot be guaranteed. The captain will select the safest and most appropriate locations based on weather, swell, visibility, and current conditions.

This trip follows Blue Holic Scuba’s standard one-week boat cancellation policy.

Join Us

Come spend the day practicing, hunting, exploring the kelp, and connecting with Southern California’s freediving community.

Space on the Blue Holic Scuba side of the boat is limited. Reserve your spot early.