Isla
Guadalupe, Mexico
Cage Diving with the Great White Sharks
Expedition October, 2009
After
many requests and inquiries, Divers Incorporated in cooperation with Haas
Photography will host a trip to see the world's ultimate predator up close and
personal. The Great White Shark! In the clearest water these magnificent
predators are found we will dive for 5 days in cages off Isla Guadalupe, Mexico.
All you need is a cold water suit, mask, camera and a sense of adventure!
From sunrise to sunset 10 lucky adventurers will have the opportunity to observe
and capture images that will blow away your friends and family! This trip will
encompass 3 cages, one that can be submerged beneath the boat for additional
unique views.
The
vessel is the Andrea Lynn, the largest boat running on the west coast for these
adventures. Twin occupancy staterooms with private bath and toilet for each. A
huge upper deck with chairs, hammocks and more for comfortable observing between
your dive rotations all make this adventure special. Twin HDTVs in the main
salon for entertainment and such, along with fantastic food that will spoil you.
The vessel weighs 470 TONS and has anti-roll chines built into the keel. This
means even in the deep Pacific (Isla Guadalupe is 120 miles off Mexico's coast)
she does a much slower if any roll, not a snap!
Here's a link to the vessel details: http://www.sdsharkdiving.com/Trips/Guadalupe/Andrea_Lynn.htm
Some
folks may wonder why FIVE DAYS at Isla Guadalupe? For this once in a lifetime
type of trip I believe spending more time, whether it be
water time and surface time to shoot additional photos or video to tell your
story, plus extra time in the event of weather or variability in the shark
action is a value to not be overlooked. Average in water cage time on this trip
is 20 - 23 hours underwater! This extra time will allow all sorts of
photographic techniques to be attempted, plus seeing things shorter trips may
not see. Plus reading, napping at sea, fishing and other activities where you
can get away from "normal" life will create memories you'll hold dear for years!
For
this expedition we will use San Diego Shark Diving's legend, Paul "Doc" Anes who
pioneered White Shark diving and works with all the top names in the film making
business including Howard Hall, Bob Cranston, Stan Waterman and other great UW
shooters. He has delivered for groups in the past including the fantastic
experiences pictured on this page. For more pictures check out
www.haasimages.com.
The trip is also a slightly shorter boat ride as you board a motor coach in San
Diego, travel into Mexico and board the Andrea Lynn in Ensenada. Transit time to
Isla Guadalupe is then a little more than half a day. Rooms will be arranged
right in San Diego where the bus will pick up and return our group. Airfare is
not included so you can use frequent flyer miles, arrive or stay later in San
Diego and make your own way. We will be happy to set up airfare for you,
just let us know.
As an extra added bonus, David Haas will be taking the trip along with us and he
has promised photo help no matter what type of system you have. As usual, It is
our desire for YOU to come home with photos and video you are super happy
with!
Trip includes:
