Expedition · 31 May – 9 June 2027
Mobula Expedition & Freedive Adventure
Ten days in La Ventana, Baja California Sur — swimming with the Mobula migration in the Sea of Cortez, freedive coaching, one private villa, and a full professional photo & film reportage. Hosted by Ben & Emily.
- Dates
- 31 May – 9 Jun 2027
- Duration
- 10 Days · 9 Nights
- Group Size
- Max 7 Guests
- Base
- La Ventana, BCS
- Hosts
- Ben & Emily
- Price
- CHF 3,500 p.p.
As much time in the water with the Mobulas as the ocean allows.
The heart of the expedition is the Mobula migration around La Ventana: six dedicated expedition days on the Sea of Cortez, with the boat reserved for eight days so we can chase the best weather windows. We leave at sunrise and return early afternoon — maximum time with the aggregations.
When the Mobulas are found and time remains, days finish with freediving; if the animals can't be located, we use the time for extra freedive training. This window has a very high chance of encounters — but wildlife and weather are never a guarantee.
The Program
- Boat Days 6 Mobula expedition days Boat reserved for 8 days to use the best weather windows. Sunrise departures, return around 12:00–14:00, an experienced local captain and crew, Emily guiding the group in the water.
- Freediving Course & coaching throughout Freedive Basic Course for beginners, Advanced Course/Training for experienced divers — breathing, relaxation, efficient movement and calmer dives for better wildlife encounters. Plus 2 line-training days from shore or boat (or simply rest days).
- Equipment Basic freedive gear included Fins, weight belts, wetsuits and course equipment are available on site. Bringing your own mask is recommended; special sizes should be communicated in advance.
- Media Professional photo & film coverage Ben & Julian film and photograph the whole expedition — underwater housing, drone when conditions allow, and BTS. You get a full edited gallery (~2 weeks after), selected clips, reels, and a YouTube aftermovie (~3–6 weeks after).
- Villa One private villa in La Ventana The whole group stays together near the beach: 3 participant bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, roughly 2 per room. All 9 nights included.
- Transport Transfers & two cars on site Group airport transfers La Paz ↔ La Ventana on 31 May and 9 June, plus two cars with Ben & Emily driving throughout the stay. On boat days: snacks, soft drinks and food by the captain's wife.
- Ben Host · Media Your host — filming and photographing the expedition above and below the surface.
- Emily Host · Freedive & Ocean Guiding Leads the freedive courses and guides the group in the water with the Mobulas.
- Julian Media Production Second shooter — photo & film production with Mediawerk GmbH.PLACEHOLDER — portrait of Julian
Included
- 9 nights in the shared private villa
- 6 Mobula expedition boat days (boat reserved 8 days)
- Up to 2 line-training / boat days, conditions permitting
- Freedive Basic or Advanced Course / Training
- Freedive coaching & guiding throughout
- Basic freediving equipment if required
- Group airport transfers La Paz ↔ La Ventana
- Two vehicles locally, driven by Ben & Emily
- Food, snacks & drinks on boat days
- Full professional photo reportage & film coverage
- Group trip gallery, official aftermovie & social media frames
Not included
- Flights to/from Baja California Sur
- Individual transfers outside the group schedule
- Breakfasts, dinners & restaurant meals
- Groceries and personal food
- Alcoholic drinks
- Additional activities & personal expenses
- Accommodation before 31 May / after 9 June
Photos & Film
At the end of the trip, there will be a full photo gallery for the whole group. Most likely, everyone will also have some personal pictures, but there will definitely be a shared group trip gallery that everyone can access and use for personal purposes.
There will also be one official aftermovie of the expedition, created and published by me, together with a selection of social media frames that you can share on your own channels. The final content will be delivered no later than two weeks after the trip.
All delivered photos, videos, and social media frames can be shared and re-edited for your own personal use. When publishing any of the content, Ben Tischhauser must always be credited and tagged as the photographer/content creator.
Booking Request · CHF 3,500 per person
Request your spot
Only 7 participant spots — first come, first served. Send a request and I'll get back to you personally within 48 hours.