BLACKWATER WEEK
Blackwater Photography Workshop with Macro Master, Mike Bartik.
Cozumel, Mexico. July 15th - 21st 2024.
Want to improve your Blackwater photo game?
Experience an unforgettable underwater adventure through the Blackwater sites of Cozumel.
Immerse yourself in a sea of stars, each one an alien creature rising from the depths of the ocean to feed.
Each night we have a few moments to encounter them before the sun rises again.
From offshore squid to larval fish, paper nautilus to pelagic seahorse, the mysteries of the deep are only revealed to us when the sun goes down.
Catering to all levels of diving photographers, for our second year running we’ve invited macro master Mike Bartick, back to Aldora Divers to lead our focused workshop.
Mike, an innovator of blackwater diving in the Philippines and an expert who has taught photographers around the world, will conduct daily seminars
which will include lighting, editing, coaching, and natural history talks.
Practice in the water is supported by eagle-eyed guides.
Aldora’s dive team is here to help you refine your technique.
THE DIVING: Diving in Blackwater does require some comfort with night diving, and a willingness to immerse yourself in a strange new world. We recommend a minimum of Advanced Open Water with 60 dives.
We have 5 days of 2 blackwater dives a night, so that you get the most time to work on getting that outstanding shot. Our camera room is spacious and secure, equipped with what you need to maintain your rig.
BLACKWATER WEEK PACKAGE INCLUDES:
7 nights stay at Villa Aldora
5 days of blackwater/photo seminars with pro Mike Bartick
5 nights of 2 tank blackwater included
3 days of 2 tanks late departures are optional*
All taxes and Nitrox included in the listed prices
Non refundable deposit of 120 USD required
LODGINGS: Villa Aldora is located on the north shore of San Miguel, with stunning views of Cozumel’s blue sea, and beautiful sunsets. To view the rooms available please clink the link above to Villa Aldora website.
SEMINARS: Seminars are in the afternoons. With ample time for finding your own lunch, dinner and doing additional morning dives if desired.
July 15th Seminar 1 - 2 tank Blackwater
July 16th Seminar 2 - 2 tank Blackwater
July 17th 10:00am Late departure 2 tank Morning - PM Seminar 3 - 2 tank Blackwater
July 18th Seminar 4 - 2 tank Blackwater
July 19th 10:00am Late departure 2 tank Morning
July 20th Seminar 5 - 2 tank Blackwater
July 21st 9:00am Late departure 2 tank Morning - PM Seminar 6 - Photo Review - Dinner/BBQ
GETTING THERE: Cozumel (CZM) is easy to get to from the US and is serviced by airlines direct from DFW, IAH, MIA (and DEN starting in June).
VILLA ALDORA ROOM PACKAGES
Rooms: San Juan - Courtyard Norte - Courtyard Sur
with Blackwater package and 3 days of 2 tank late departure AM dives.
$1,706.11 (per person, double occupancy) *paying cash*
$2,062.22 (single occupancy) *paying cash*
$2,204.78 (per person, double occupancy) *paying credit card*
$2,663.77 (single occupancy) *paying credit card*
Rooms: San Juan - Courtyard Norte - Courtyard Sur
with Blackwater package only and NO DAY DIVES
$1,456.11 (per person, double occupancy) *paying cash*
$1,812.22 (single occupancy) *paying cash*
$1,734.98 (per person, double occupancy) *paying credit card*
$2,193.97 (single occupancy) *paying credit card*
Rooms: Alexander Suite
with Blackwater package and 3 days of 2 tank late departure AM dives.
$1,762.34 (per person, double occupancy) *paying cash*
$2,174.67 (single occupancy) *paying cash*
$2,277.25 (per person, double occupancy) *paying credit card*
$2,808.71 (single occupancy) *paying credit card*
Rooms: Alexander Suite
with Blackwater package only and NO DAY DIVES
$1,512.34 (per person, double occupancy) *paying cash*
$1,924.67 (single occupancy) *paying cash*
$1,807.45 (per person, double occupancy) *paying credit card*
$2,338.91 (single occupancy) *paying credit card*
Rooms: Cameron Suite
with Blackwater package and 3 days of 2 tank late departure AM dives.
$1,799.82 (per person, double occupancy) *paying cash*
$2,249.64 (single occupancy) *paying cash*
$2,325.57 (per person, double occupancy) *paying credit card*
$2,905.34 (single occupancy) *paying credit card*
Rooms: Cameron Suite
with Blackwater package only and NO DAY DIVES
$1,549.82 (per person, double occupancy) *paying cash*
$1,999.64 (single occupancy) *paying cash*
$1,855.77 (per person, double occupancy) *paying credit card*
$2,435.54 (single occupancy) *paying credit card*
Rooms: Kristal Suite
with Blackwater package and 3 days of 2 tank late departure AM dives.
$1,874.79 (per person, double occupancy) *paying cash*
$2,399.58 (single occupancy) *paying cash*
$2,422.20 (per person, double occupancy) *paying credit card*
$3,098.59 (single occupancy) *paying credit card*
Rooms: Kristal Suite
with Blackwater package only and NO DAY DIVES
$1,624.79 (per person, double occupancy) *paying cash*
$2,149.58 (single occupancy) *paying cash*
$1,952.40 (per person, double occupancy) *paying credit card*
$2,628.79 (single occupancy) *paying credit card*
Rooms: Barracuda Suite
with Blackwater package and 3 days of 2 tank late departure AM dives.
$1,987.25 (per person, double occupancy) *paying cash*
$2,624.49 (single occupancy) *paying cash*
$2,567.14 (per person, double occupancy) *paying credit card*
$3,388.48 (single occupancy) *paying credit card*
Rooms: Barracuda Suite
with Blackwater package only and NO DAY DIVES
$1,737.25 (per person, double occupancy) *paying cash*
$2,374.49 (single occupancy) *paying cash*
$2,097.34 (per person, double occupancy) *paying credit card*
$2,918.68 (single occupancy) *paying credit card*
Rooms: Falice Suite - Sleeps 4
with Blackwater package and 3 days of 2 tank late departure AM dives.
$2,080.96 (per person, double occupancy) *paying cash*
$1,715.48 (per person, quad occupancy) *paying cash*
$2,687.92 (per person, double occupancy) *paying credit card*
$2,216.86 (per person, quad occupancy) *paying credit card*
Rooms: Falice Suite - Sleeps 4
with Blackwater package only and NO DAY DIVES
$1,830.96 (per person, double occupancy) *paying cash*
$1,465.48 (per person, quad occupancy) *paying cash*
$2,218.12 (per person, double occupancy) *paying credit card*
$1,747.06 (per person, quad occupancy) *paying credit card*
Rooms: Aldora Suite - North Suite - 2 bed, Sleeps 4
with Blackwater package and 3 days of 2 tank late departure AM dives.
$2,455.81 (per person, double occupancy) *paying cash*
$1,902.90 (per person quad occupancy) *paying cash*
$3,171.06 (per person, double occupancy) *paying credit card*
$2,458.43 (per person quad occupancy) *paying credit card*
Rooms: Aldora Suite - North Suite - 2 bed, Sleeps 4
with Blackwater package only and NO DAY DIVES
$2,205.81 (per person, double occupancy) *paying cash*
$1,652.90 (per person quad occupancy) *paying cash*
$2,701.26 (per person, double occupancy) *paying credit card*
$1,988.63 (per person quad occupancy) *paying credit card*
INCLUDES:
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Accommodation at Villa Aldora *Cost of Villa Accommodation is Non-Refundable*
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2 Blackwater Dives per night (total 10 dives)
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Daily Blackwater Seminars
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Nitrox, Tanks and Weights included
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All taxes included in listed prices
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Additional 16% Tax if paying with credit card
Additional Costs not included:
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Airfare to Cozumel or Cancun
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Private transfers
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Single supplement
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Crew Tips
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Private Guide
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Marine Park Fees
CONDITIONS: July is summer in Cozumel, weather is typically warm and humid, seas are usually calm. Generally, sites are somewhat open in the channel, and critters are active during this time of year. It is always best to carry travel insurance, wherever you travel. For most people a 3mm wetsuit is sufficient.
CURRENCY: Mexican Pesos can be exchanged for clean, undamaged American bills (USD) for good rates at the banks, CI and Electra have the best rates.
VISA: Currently, no visa is required for a stay not exceeding 120 days. Travelers must hold valid ticket for return journey to country of origin or next country of destination and a passport valid for a period of at least six (6) months beyond their stay.
INSURANCE: Diving insurance is required, and Travel Insurance highly recommended.
Please note that Divers Alert Network (DAN) or equivalent evacuation insurance is mandatory on all trips. Additionally, comprehensive Cancellation, Accident, Medical and Baggage insurance such as Dive Assure or World Nomads is highly recommended.
DIVE EXPERIENCE: Advanced Open Water Cert Required with a MINIMUM OF 60 LOGGED DIVES.
CANCELLATION POLICY
REFUNDS POLICY
No refunds, payment for Villa Aldora is non Refundable
PAYMENT
SCHEDULE
Deposit:
120 USD
due upon booking.
*Please note*
Price is Per Person
Airfare is not Included.
All taxes and Nitrox included
in listed prices.