Is It Your Dream to Swim With Orcas in the Wild? The Honest Truth About Swimming With Orcas in La Ventana, Baja Have you seen countless Instagram reels of people claiming they swam with orcas in La Ventana, Baja, Mexico — and now dream of experiencing that moment for yourself? You’re not alone. Orcas are powerful, intelligent, emotional animals. […]

We just wrapped Baja Odyssey, and I’m still buzzing  I just got back from Baja Odyssey… and I’m still buzzing. Four activity days. Countless species. Moments that feel impossible to explain — but I’ll try. Here’s a recap of what we lived out there. Here’s what makes this expedition so special. Day 1 – La […]

Swimming with Orcas in Mexico is Now Legal in La Ventana, Baja: Here’s All You Need to Know   Introduction: Context of Swimming with Orcas in Mexico For the first time in history, swimming with orcas in Mexico is officially legal — but only under very specific conditions. In July 2025, the Mexican government released [...]

Mobula Season 2025 Highlights: Unforgettable Encounters The Sea of Cortez is a theater of marine life, and this mobula season was nothing short of spectacular. From breathtaking vortexes of rays to unexpected encounters with apex predators, the ocean rewarded patience, respect, and a sense of adventure. This isn’t just a trip—it’s an Ocean Safari. Some [...]

Discover Freediving (AIDA 1) vs Beginner Freediving Course (AIDA 2) – Which One is Right for You? Introduction Are you ready to explore the underwater world through freediving but unsure where to start? The AIDA 1 and AIDA 2 freediving courses are two of the most popular entry points into the sport. While both are [...]

Hi friends! We're thrilled to introduce an initiative that creates positive impact in the local communities we work with in Baja: Dive for change. What is Dive for Change? Dive for Change is more than just an initiative; it's a commitment to making a difference. It stems from our deep-seated belief in the environmental and [...]

Mobula rays, the oceans' aerialists Did you know that the largest migration of any ray in the World occurs every year in Baja, Mexico? It is one of our favorite events of the year. Who are they? The correct common name is Munk's Pigmy Devil Ray (Mobula munkiana). In this blog post we will talk [...]

Gray Whale Season 2022 Wrap Up Gray whale season in Baja is officially over! It's always a bittersweet time of year to see the whales leave: we will not see them until next year, but they're migrating back to Alaska where they will be eating 1.2 tons of food every day to get strong and [...]

2021 has been a wonderful year in the underwater world. We've had so many adventures that it's hard to put it all in one blog post, so here is a little summary of the top moments of 2021 with Freefall Academy. Let's recap! Gray Whales It all started with Gray Whale Season in january-march. We [...]

5 Razones para proteger los Océanos La conservación marina ha sido un tema muy mencionado en redes sociales, pero ¿Porque es importante proteger los Océanos? Sin océanos saludables, nuestra vida en la Tierra sería severamente desafiada, incómoda y quizás imposible. Cómo lo dijo la Dra. Sylvia Earl “No blue, no green”. El océano está conectado […]