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Aldora Divers 4th Annual Blackwater Week 2026 🔦

Experience One of the Most Unique Dive Weeks of the Year

Imagine hovering in the dark open ocean while mysterious creatures rise from the depths, illuminated only by powerful lights that simulate the moon. This is Blackwater Diving—one of the most extraordinary and rare underwater experiences a diver can have.

In 2026, Aldora Divers invites you to join us for our 4th Annual Blackwater Week, a special event designed for adventurous divers, marine life enthusiasts, and underwater photographers looking for something truly different.


video: Walter Marti


What Is Blackwater Diving?


Unlike a traditional night dive along the reef, blackwater diving takes place in deep, open ocean water. During the night, countless deep-sea organisms migrate upward in a phenomenon known as vertical migration.

Using high-powered light systems suspended over deep water, we attract extraordinary pelagic and larval species rarely seen in recreational diving. The result is a surreal parade of marine life such as:


  • Larval fish and pelagic juveniles

  • Squid and octopus

  • Jellyfish and siphonophores

  • Bioluminescent organisms

  • And countless unexpected deep-sea creatures

No two dives are ever the same. Every night brings new surprises from the depths.


Event Details

July 16 – July 24, 2026📍 Cozumel, Mexico


During this exclusive week, guests will enjoy guided Blackwater dives along with daily seminars by Mike Bartick, internationally recognized expert in blackwater diving and underwater macro photography.

This is an incredible opportunity to refine your techniques, expand your knowledge, and capture truly rare marine life.


Dive & Stay Package Includes

Our all-inclusive dive package is designed to give you a seamless and immersive experience:

✅ 8 nights in a standard room

✅ 6 two-tank Blackwater dives

✅ Daily seminars with Mike Bartick

✅ Buffet breakfast

✅ Nitrox included

✅ Taxes included


Pricing

$3,000 USD – Dive & Stay Package

$1,944 USD – Dives Only


⚠️ Limited Spots Available

Blackwater Week is one of Aldora’s most exclusive annual events. To ensure safety, comfort, and personalized attention, availability is limited—and spots fill quickly.


For reservations and additional information:


 Ready for an Out-of-This-World Dive Experience?


If you’re looking to go beyond traditional reef diving and witness the mysterious life of the deep ocean, this is your opportunity.

Join us in Cozumel for an unforgettable week beneath the surface.

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