GALÁPAGOS LAND & SEA ADVENTURE

THE GALÁPAGOS AWAITS

Journey into one of the most extraordinary ecosystems on Earth.

This legendary archipelago, often called a ‘Living Museum’, offers a rare chance to experience nature at its purest. It’s a vibrant world where life thrives in perfect harmony, untouched by time.

During this small-group epic adventure, we’ll explore the waters in search of sea turtles, eagle rays, hammerhead sharks, pods of dolphins, and all the incredible wildlife that might cruise through these islands. Fall in love with the resident sea lions on the island of San Cristóbal, where these curious creatures are known to coexist with humans.

On land, enjoy the island’s vivid landscapes, the warmth of its community, and above all, the profound sense of connection to nature that embraces you the instant you arrive.

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  • HIGHLIGHTS

    Freedive alongside incredible marine life in one of the world’s most biodiverse regions.

    Experience the raw beauty and wildlife of San Cristobal Island through land tours, hikes and ocean exploration.

    Relive every moment with a group photo package by expert photographers.

    Build long lasting connections with 8 likeminded friends, selected for their values and vibe.

  • DATES

    New Dates Launched!


    Week 1: 19 - 25 April 2026

    Week 2: 27 April - 3rd May 2026

    If there is a strong demand, we may launch additional weeks. Contact us if you’re hoping for a different week!

  • INVESTMENT

    Prices start from: $3500 USD

    ($5500 AUD)

    Twin Share Room (Same Gender Only):
    $3500 USD

    Private Room w/ Ensuite:
    $3700 USD

    Scroll down to see inclusions and exclusions.

  • WHO IS THIS FOR?

    We’re looking for passionate ocean lovers on a mission to have extraordinary experiences with likeminded people.

    This expedition requires a high level of ocean confidence and physical fitness;

    - you MUST be confident with open-ocean snorkelling

    - we strongly recommend taking a freediving course beforehand. It will help you get the most out of your trip!

    - you’ll need good health, fitness and stamina for long, physical days

EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • Accommodation 7 days 6 nights + Breakfast

  • 5 x lunches (all full days, excludes departure and arrival days)

  • x 3 Dinners

  • 4 Boat Tours to Española, Punta Pucuna, Kicker Rock & 360 tour (Freediving and exploring).

  • Land Tours: Highlands, El Junco & Galapaguera plus other beautiful spots on the island

  • Transportation around the Island

  • Professional Photographer (General photo gallery of the trip)

  • Safety Diver in all boat tours

  • Naturalist Guide on every tour

  • Weights

  • Editing & Freediving workshops

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED?

  • Air tickets

  • Meals outside of mentioned meals

  • For Ecuadorian Citizens: Exit from CGREG $30 USD Entrance to the PNG $30

  • For International Guests: Exit from CGREG $30 USD & Entrance to the PNG $200 USD

  • Gratuities/Tips for Guides & Crew

  • Alcoholic beverages

  • Travel Insurance (mandatory)

  • Personal Medical Expenses

  • Professional cameras (we highly recommend bringing your underwater photography gear or GoPros) Drones nor flash strobes will be allowed.

  • Freediving Gear (wetsuit, mask, fins, and weight belt) is not included but we have gear available for you to rent.

YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM

BELLA MASSEY

Founder of Immersia Freediving, Head Facilitator/Instructor

For me, ocean adventure travel embodies the joy I’ve found in this world: feeling alive, connected, and high on awe.

In 2017 moved from London to Sydney’s Bondi Beach. I was living a corporate, urban existence as a management consultant.. Moving to the beach opened up the perfect opportunity to take up a new water sport. I chose freediving (tbh it was advanced snorkelling).

To be clear, I was TERRIFIED of deep water, currents, waves and sharks. Freediving didn’t come naturally. However, as I grew more confident I found a deep sense of physical freedom. Freediving felt like dancing without gravity. Silently observing the underwater world as a visitor felt so calming. I made some of my closest friends (and my husband) in Sydney’s freediving community.

I felt I could help regular land dwelling people discover the ocean and transform their physical, mental and social health. So, in 2020, I took the biggest leap of faith of my life and walked away from my career to start Immersia Freediving.

5 years on, we have grown faster than I ever imagined. We’ve been lucky enough to teach over 1000 people to freedive and we have now hosted snorkelling, swimming and freediving expeditions in some of the world’s most beautiful places.

Co-Host Coming Soon …

That’s right, you’ll have an expedition team of two! We’re finalising every last detail now - you’ll be in the BEST hands possible.

Want to Join? Here’s how:

STEP 1: LEARN MORE

Check out all the trip details, FAQs, Terms and Conditions on our web page. Spoiler Alert: you’ll be wowed.

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STEP 2: APPLY

Tell us about you, what you care about and what you’re looking for! Applications are a small extra step to help us make sure that we’re a good fit for your values, your skill level and your expectations.

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STEP 3: LOCK IN YOUR DEPOSIT

We’ll be reviewing and accepting applications as they come in, so don’t wait around! Secure your place with a deposit, and you’re in!

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EXPEDITION FAQS

  • For us, freediving is about joy, play, discovery, and feeling 100% alive. We create experiences around bucket-list marine wildlife encounters; the kind of moments you’ll be proud of for the rest of your life.

    We’re super selective when we choose our destinations, suppliers, and team. Every trip aligns strongly with our values.

    We know our trips aren’t cheap. We’re not here for low-cost, barely-there freediving meetups, and we’re not ‘content creators’ looking for a free vacation. We’re professional and experienced facilitators here to make your trip unforgettable.

    So, when you decide to book a trip with us, here’s what you can expect:

    • Small groups (8-16 people depending on the trip)

    • Dedicated 24-hour engagement from facilitators on retreat. You won’t be left to figure out your own dinner plans or solve issues alone.

    • Convenient and secure booking process. No random bank transfers here.

    • Regular communication and information about your trip.

    • Professionally qualified, experienced, and insured facilitators (no volunteers or trainees).

    • Licensed, legitimate operators chosen for their safety records and values.

    • A LOT of silliness and fun. Expect games, dancing, human pyramids, dirty jokes, and our signature Immersia Olympics…

    Perhaps these things seem obvious. However, we can confidently say that right now we are running the safest and most legitimate freediving retreat operation in the world. How do we know? We research constantly AND listen to customers and staff members. We’re serious about being the best freediving operation on earth.

  • We’ve been doing this for a while. We know that it’s the PEOPLE, not the wildlife/weather/accommodation/etc. that will make this a lifechanging trip.

    When we review applications we’re asking ourselves 3 questions:-

    • Is your ocean experience and skill a good match for this?

    • Do we share similar values around wildlife interaction amd group dynamics?

    • Do we fit with what you’re looking for?!

    The application process is NOT about assessing your IG follower number or cool you are; it’s about us being super honest and ensuring that you’re going to get the most of of this adventure!

    Trust us - this small extra effort on both sides means that you can turn up confident in the knowledge that you’ll be at the right level, with great people, who are all on the same page.

  • We want to make sure WE are a good fit for YOU!

    It’s not about proving anything to us. We are reading your application with 3 things in mind:-

    • Your experience/skill in the water. For this expedition we need you to be confident in deep open ocean, and we recommend taking a freediving course beforehand!

    • Will this expedition meet your expectations and needs?

    • Do we have shared values around wildlife, nature and thr group dynamic? We love hosting guests who want to connect with others, who respect nature and are here for more than just ‘content’.

  • Our prices range from : $3500 - $3700 USD ($5500 - $5700 AUD) depending upon your selected room package.

    Psst… If you’ve attended an Immersia Freediving Retreat in the past, you’ve unlocked a 5% discount. Email us if you haven’t received a code!

    Please make sure you read our Terms and Conditions before booking to avoid surprises or disappointment.

  • This expedition includes full days of physical activity in and out of the water. This type of expedition is for you if:

    • You're a strong swimmer and have plenty of experience swimming in the deep open ocean.

    • You have freediving experience. You’ll get the most out of this trip if you can confidently freedive 10-15m deep. However, this is not required. It’s still an epic experience even if you stay shallower! We strongly recommend taking a freediving course in advance

    • You’re medically fit to be in the water - we will require all participants to complete a medical history statement, and we may require clearance from a doctor.

    A note for experienced freedivers - we will not be line-diving or doing any technical freediving as part of this adventure - it’s just recreational freediving!

  • Your stay will be at a charming, locally owned hotel that has recently undergone renovations, giving it a fresh and inviting feel. While it’s not a luxury property, it’s comfortable, authentic, and perfectly suited to the spirit of our expedition. Both the hotel and the boat company are run by the same local family who have been operating for decades.

    By staying here, we’re directly supporting local businesses and helping sustain the community that makes these expeditions possible.

  • We’ll be welcoming 7-9 guests on each week.

    We like to keep our groups small and intimate for an amazing experience, as well as for your safety!

  • There are so many freediving retreat options out there. Let's make sure we are a good fit!

    • We pride ourselves on having the best customer experience in the freediving industry, so you can expect a smooth booking process, lots of communication, and dedicated 24h engagement from the team on retreat.

    • We’re a value-led company and everything we do reflects these values; please check them out!

    • We won’t force animal interactions for photos.

    • We rise early, dive a lot, have a lot of fun, and go to bed pretty early. It's probably not the one if you want to party hard.

    • The majority of our guests are in the 25-45 age range, but we host all ages 18+, so please expect variety!

    • Our customer base is primarily Australian, but we love hosting guests from all over the world.

    • We’re LGBTQIA+ friendly.

    • We really, really, really value great group dynamics and we are grateful for respectful, tolerant, drama-free people!

    • The atmosphere is often playful and silly - dancing, games, human pyramids, sports, dirty jokes. If this isn’t your vibe, there may be a better fit for you…

    We pride ourselves on being an inclusive, supportive, and super friendly place. Our guests are all treated equally. However, if you feel you may need additional levels of personal support, please contact us first for an honest discussion about how we can facilitate this.

  • We understand that life is unpredictable. Here is our policy if something happens or you change your mind.

    Full payment is due no less than 3 months before the trip start date, and late payment may result in the cancellation of your spot and loss of deposit.

    • Deposit: Non-Refundable.

    • Cancellation of trip up to 13 weeks before the start date: Refund or Credit less Deposit.

    • Cancellation within 8-13 weeks of the start date: Credit of 50% less Deposit to be used within 1 year.

    • Cancellation within 8 weeks of the start date: No Refunds or Credits. Name change may be available.

    Please read our Terms and Conditions here. All guests are required to have comprehensive travel insurance to cover them in the event that they are sick or unable to attend with late notice.

    Please think carefully before booking as we cannot make exceptions to this policy. We run small group adventures with a high level of personalised service, so late cancellations have a significant impact!

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  • What Our Previous Guests Say

    Another life changing adventure with Immersia - this time in the Galapagos! The sea life we saw was epic, (special mention to all the Sea Lions that kept showing up to every dive to play with us..They were my fave! Oh and the massive pod of dolphins that showed up on our way home one afternoon, that we got to jump in with!)

    Also special mention to Bella & Dana, the group leaders, & our photographer Jaime. All super friendly, helpful, and made the trip totally awesome. Can't wait for my next trip with the Immersia gang.


    Ainslie

    Galapagos Expedition 2025

  • What our previous guests say

    I had just about the best experience during Immersia’s Whale Diving trip in Mo’orea, French Polynesia.

    There was so much time dedicated to diving with whales that a sighting was guaranteed, and seeing whales was definitely the main thing on my list.

    We got so very lucky - our group managed to see a mother whale with a pup many times, a heat run with 6 adult whales chasing a female while rough toothed dolphins were tagging riding the whale’s noses like a ship mast. And this was just the main sights, I’m not even talking about seeing pilot whales, eagle rays, sharks, turtles and so so many more animals.

    The local crew that Immersia hired was exceptional - both excellent at what they do, and very easy to be around and respectful of the animals and nature.

    Immersia’s crew was absolutely lovely too, Bella is full of positive energy and really experienced in not just free diving, but also keeping up good group dynamics and running a tour. It was awesome to see Ewan at work as a cinematographer, and hear all of the literally awesome stories from his wildlife documentarian day job.

    And I can’t begin to describe how AWESOME were the pictures taken by professional photographers who joined us for every single dive!!!

    The location was perfect, food was lovely, the accommodation dreamy and I had such a great time that I started scouring their upcoming tours page before I even left the retreat. Highly recommended for energetic people who love nature and the company of fun and adventurous folks of all levels :-)

    Ignas

    French Polynesia Expedition 2024

  • What our previous guests say:

    This has been my 2nd retreat with Immersia Freediving and it did not fail to disappoint. I recently joined the swimming with Whales retreat in Moorea and not only was it well planned with added extras that complimented the experience but it was all done with so much love and thought. It was a safe and fun environment, with extremely knowledgable instructors and World class photographers to capture the beautiful interactions. Thank you Immersia for an incredible, life changing experience x

    Kelly

    French Polynesia 2024

  • What our previous guests say

    I recently came back from Immersia’s whale expedition in Moorea and wow, it was incredible. I’ve attended several retreats with Immersia and have always come home with a full heart.
    Vibes were high in Moorea with mind blowing wildlife interactions (humpback whales, pilot whales, dolphins, reef sharks and rays), stunning accomodation and very experienced local boat/ tour operators with an emphasis on ethical wildlife encounters.
    Immersia consistently attracts a very welcoming community with highly experienced instructors and a no-pressure environment. The Immersia community keeps me coming back for more.

    I’d do this trip again in a heartbeat! A truly priceless experience- highly recommend!!

    Julia

    French Polynesia Expedition 2024

  • What our previous guests say:

    Loved every minute of it. Had a wonderful time whale diving, chasing turtles, doing yoga and improving breath ability. Well organised and no bad eggs in the group. Would recommend to anyone to try at least once!

    Andrew

    Winter Whaleness Weekend 2023

  • What our previous guests say...

    Bella once more joined her powers with the best local business and her enthusiasm, her friendliness, her experience, her attention, her helpfulness, her constant commitment to safety, was joined and maximized with the assistance of Ewan and all the local people she worked with. Bella and Ewan worked tirelessly and never on the clock to make sure everything was perfect for their guests. This couple sure knows how to make you feel like family. Too much fun, too many whale!

    Renata

    Moorea Whales Retreat 2023

  • What our previous guests say:

    This is now the 3rd immersia trip we have done and they just get better and better. We got blessed with an amazing group of people to share the trip with, our instructors Bella and Sylvia were just absolutely incredible, full of so much knowledge and so kind and patient. They were there for all of us no matter what time, we couldn’t be more grateful for everything they did for us and helped us achieve. The trip itself was so well planned and organised, we got to visit such incredible places and had dive to new depths and smash out some new PB’s. So grateful for another perfect retreat with immersia. Cant wait for the next!

    Zoe

    Freediving Immersion Philippines 2024