Charter Schedule
ED STETSON DIVE CHARTER SCHEDULE
Stetson Diving and Charters, LLC
2024-2025
(805) 403-1439 cell | Ed@StetsonDiving.com | NAUI #7157
Dive Charters Since 1980
Find an updated schedule for 2024-2025 below. For more information about specific trips, please visit the "Trips" section on the navigation bar above.
FIJI - VOLIVOLI BEACH RESORT: January 11-21, 2024 (FULL)
We’ll fly direct from LAX to Nadi on the main island of Viti Levu, then travel about 2 hours by bus to the more remote north end of the island. A beautiful, small, family owned all-inclusive resort with spectacular diving. We’ll take day boats and dive the warm and calm Bligh Waters. Non-divers are also welcome. I’ve reserved the entire resort for our group. www.VoliVoli.com
SAN IGNACIO LAGOON, MEXICO - GREY WHALES: February 23-26, 2025 February 27-March 2, 2025, March 2-5, 2025
4 Days / 3 Nights in the Camp / Up to 3 Whale Watches Daily.
We meet in Cabo San Lucas, then fly to the lagoon on two 12 passenger charter planes. A non-diving trip to the mating / birthing area of the California Grey Whales. An absolutely incredible trip where the mother whales bring their calves to the skiffs to be petted. The area is very remote. Either very comfortable Glamping or Luxury www.Bajaex.com | www.NautilusLiveaboards.com
Proceeds will benefit the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum.
CATALINA ISLAND DIVE TRIP: April 26-28, 2024 (Friday – Sunday) 45th Annual
Days / 2 Nights hotel in Avalon, round trip ferry transportation, gear transportation & storage on the island. Night, wreck and deeper diving in the Marine Park at Casino Point. Air compressor on site. A family oriented trip for divers and non-divers. Over 2,600 divers have attended. We will be staying at two different hotels to give people options on where they’d like to stay. The average attendance is between 90-120 people each year. Kylie Van De Wyngaerde will be coordinating the 2024 trip (Kylierae.vdw@gmail.com).
SEA OF CORTEZ - SCHOOLING MOBULAS / SPOTTER PLANE: May 11-18, 2024 (116’ Nautilus Gallant Lady)
A Freediving and Scuba Charter to dive with the schools of Mobula Rays and hopefully Orcas and Sperm Whales.
SEA OF CORTEZ, LA PAZ / SPOTTER PLANE: September 21-28, 2024 (147’ Nautilus Belle Amie) (FULL)
MAGDALENA BAY - SARDINE RUN / MARLIN:
October 19-26, 2024 (105’ Nautilus Undersea)
October 23-30, 2025 (116’ Nautilus Gallant Lady)
Limited Load Charters: Undersea 19 divers. Gallant Lady 12 divers. A Freediving and Scuba Charter to dive with the pelagics that feed on the bait balls of sardines. Striped marlin, dorado, sea lions and whales.
SOCORRO ISLAND - San Benedicto & Roca Partida: February 9-17, 2025 (Nautilus Gallant Lady) & January 22-30, 2026
Video by Monte Rook: https://youtu.be/NR2z7KJrglo
The Revillagigedos Islands (Socorro, San Benedicto & Roca Partida) are located approximately 250 miles southwest of Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. The goal is to dive with the big pelagics: giant manta rays, humpback whales, a variety of sharks and whatever else is in the area. This will be our 12th charter to Socorro and we’ve had very good diving every trip. www.NautilusLiveaboards.com
GUADALUPE ISLAND, MEXICO: GREAT WHITE SHARKS: 14th Annual HDS Benefit (147’ Nautilus Belle Amie)
THE GUADALUPE CHARTERS POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
If the Island Should Reopen, I have the Following Charters Scheduled:
October 5-10, 2024
October 10-15, 2024
October 5-10, 2025
October 10-15, 2025
Proceeds Will Benefit the Historical Diving Society. www.NautilusLiveaboards.com
Dates to Be Announced
CUBA Jardines de la Reina 120’ Jardines Avalon
COCOS ISLAND, Costa Rica 132’ Nautilus Explorer
If You Are Interested in Any of these Charters, Contact Ed Stetson Well in Advance
Reservations are Limited and Some Trips Fill Quickly. A Deposit is Required to Confirm a Reservation.