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.

Daily Tiger Shark Encounters: Enjoy respectful and careful interactions with sharks while freediving. Experience pure awe as you get up close and personal with these special animals.

Expert Guidance: We’ll be diving with some of the Maldives' most experienced shark safety divers. You’ll also be in the great hands of the Immersia Freediving founder, one of Australia’s most experienced freedive coaches. We are there to help you develop those freediving skills even further. Finally, you’ll have a professional photographer on hand to help you capture and edit breathtaking footage/photos.

Luxury Stay: Unwind at the Ataraxis Grand and Spa hotel, a modern hotel which is the perfect blend of comfort and elegance with stunning ocean views.

Interactive Workshops: Engage in enriching shark biology workshops, mindfulness meditation sessions, and photography & cinematography tips from renowned wildlife cinematographer, Ewan Donnachie, and amazing photographer Kendall Williams.

Fun and Games: We really, really, really care about creating a good group vibe. Expect a lot of silly activities to foster a sense of joy and closeness. Think: Beach Olympics, Movement, Stretch, Human Pyramids, and more.

Gourmet Dining: Indulge in three delicious meals a day, including a special beach BBQ night. Most dietary requirements can be catered for; please inquire if unsure.

Captured Moments: You’ll receive a photo package of a selection of shots from your trip, making your memories last a lifetime. The incredible Kendall Williams will be dedicated to capturing memories from the trip.

Giving Back to the Ocean: We’ll be organizing a beach cleanup to do some important giving back to this beautiful island.

From USD$3200pp

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Discount available for guests from previous international retreats. Please reach out to us for a code!

Please make sure you read our Terms and Conditions before booking to avoid surprises or disappointment. Please note that deposits are NON-REFUNDABLE so think carefully before booking.

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6 nights Accommodation

We'll be staying at the Ataraxis Grand and Spa hotel with a great top deck to enjoy the oceanic view and restaurant when we're not diving or workshopping.

5 Days of Shark Freediving

Daily tiger shark dives, one pelagic expedition to find other shark species such as Oceanic Whitetips

Freediving Training - Depth and Rescue techniques

Level up your freediving skills by training with Immersia’s founder, Bella Massey. Training in the deep, warm blue is an unforgettable experience.

Workshops and Presentations

Shark Safety and Behaviour Presentation

The Sciences of Sharks with a Professional Shark Biologist

“Do what you love” - Starting a Career in Freediving / Starting a Career in Cinematography

Freediving Equalisation Workshops

Technical Workshops on Photography and Editing

Beach Cleanup

A voluntary activity organised in partnership with our dive partners. It’s our opportunity to give back to this amazing island.

Photography

We're honoured to host one of Australia's top wildlife cinematographers AND emerging photographers. Ewan and Kendall will be capturing beautiful moments in the water so that you can treasure your memories forever.

All Meals

Nourishing, tasty meals served at our hotel, with a special Beach BBQ night. Most restrictions can be catered (enquire if you have complex requirements so we can confirm)

Donation to PADI AWARE

We are in a privileged position to enjoy nature this way. We are serious about giving back and contributing to ongoing shark conservation globally.

Not Included:

• International Flights from your home country to Malé, Maldives

• Alcohol - is banned in Maldives. This also includes Malé, and other inhabited islands. That means alcohol will not be found anywhere and is not sold in supermarkets, grocery stores, etc.

• Specific snacks or food items you’d like to bring

• Freediving and camera equipment (weights are available for rental on the island)

• Private/personal photoshoots - Pictures are of a general nature, focused on the wildlife. We don’t guarantee any specific photos of each guest. We cannot orchestrate it. If you would like to purchase a personal photo package please email us!

Sea Junkies: Do you feel most alive underwater? We’re your people.

Confident Merpeople: Suitable for experienced freedivers looking for a trip that matches their skill and adventurous spirit. Check out our other trips for more beginner-friendly options!

Conscious Explorers: For those who value eco-awareness and wish to make a positive impact on the marine ecosystem.

Social Connectors: Great for individuals eager to meet like-minded adventurers and share unique experiences. We really care about the group dynamic and we hope our guests will too!

Safety First: Participants must be medically fit and ready to embrace the thrill of this adventure. We also really need participants to be willing to listen to instruction and read the trip guidance!

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.

Day 1

Meet your retreat group and catch a domestic flight from Male to Fuvahmulah. Enjoy an afternoon exploring our beautiful hotel, relaxing, and getting to know your retreat buddies over a welcome dinner.

Tonight, we have a workshop to learn all about interacting with sharks and shark conservation issues.

Prep your camera gear with the support of award-winning natural history cinematographer Ewan Donnachie and one of Australia’s fast-emerging wildlife photographers, Kendall Williams.

Day 2

Wake up early for breakfast and a morning with the Tigers! We will spend the morning freediving with Tiger Sharks, getting comfortable with them and letting them get comfortable with us.

After a delicious lunch at our hotel, we will participate in a reef cleanup operation to remove fishing gear and other trash from the beautiful reef.

In the evening, we’ll take a moment before dinner for meditation and a slow movement flow. After dinner, we’ve organized a group game to continue to get to know each other better.

Day 3

Another morning freediving with the Tiger Sharks!

This afternoon, we’re heading out into deeper water for some freediving depth training. Polish those rusty freediving skills and enjoy the deep, clear blue.

Another evening of amazing food, plus a sharky movie night!

Days 4-6

After spending the morning freediving with the Tiger Sharks, we’ll be taking a trip out to meet some other shark species. If we’re lucky, we will encounter the spicy and beautiful Oceanic Whitetip Shark.

On one of our evenings, we’ll be treated to a relaxed beach BBQ near our hotel. There may be beach games. You’ll find out… It’s a great time to unwind and reflect on the week!

Day 7

Departure day!

Enjoy a group goodbye breakfast, pack up your room nice and slowly, and enjoy a chilled day of exploring the island or some well-earned beach time. Flights depart late afternoon back to Male.

We understand that life is unpredictable. Here is our policy if something happens or you change your mind. Please think carefully before booking as we cannot make exceptions to this policy. We run small group adventures with a high level of personalized service, so late cancellations have a significant impact!

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.