Wild Dolphin Freediving Expedition – Bahamas

7 days aboard the Dolphin Dream. Wild dolphins, blue water, and pro-level freediving + photography coaching.

Why This Trip?

Seven days on the Dolphin Dream liveaboard. Clear Bahamian water, wild pods of Atlantic spotted and bottlenose dolphins, and plenty of time to shoot. You’ll train freediving skills, practice underwater photography, and have the chance to capture dolphins in every light — even at night when they hunt squid.

It’s a rare opportunity to spend full days in the water with these animals, while enjoying a comfortable boat, good food, and a small group atmosphere.

Whats Included?

7 days / 6 nights aboard the Dolphin Dream liveaboard

All meals, drinks, and shared cabins included
Daily freediving coaching + in-water safety support
Underwater photography instruction and pro image reviews
Open-water sessions with Atlantic spotted & bottlenose dolphins
Afternoon reef dives + freediving practice on shallow sites
Night freediving opportunities with dolphins feeding on squid (conditions permitting)
Kraken gear demos – lights, setups, and pro rigs to test
Photo contest + prizes on the final night
Small group format (12 guests max) for personal attention

A Typical Day

Morning: Start with breakfast, freediving breath-up, stretching, and warmups. Then we head straight out with the dolphins — they’re most active in the mornings and evenings. We’ll freedive and photograph with them until they settle down mid-day.
Midday: When the dolphins go quiet, we anchor on shallow reefs. This is the time to relax, practice line diving, shoot reef life, and just enjoy being in the water. Lunch is served onboard before heading back out.
Afternoon: Another chance to find dolphins as they become active again. These sessions are slower, with more opportunities for creative shooting and interaction.
Evening: Dinner on board, then — if conditions allow — we go back in after dark to watch dolphins hunting squid at night.

Every day is shaped by the weather and the dolphins’ behavior, but you’ll always have long water time, freedive training, and plenty of chances to refine your shots.

Workshop Reviews

“My expectations have been set so high, I don’t know if anyone else could match them.”

I booked a three-day underwater photography workshop with Shawn in the cenotes, and the entire experience was flawless. Every shot was timed with light rays and customized for the images I dreamed of. I even got incredible portraits of myself as a bonus. Shawn and Arthur planned every frame with intention and grace. It was the best dive experience of my life.

— Serena Zheng, Google Review

★★★★★

@Elitediversinternational

Who This Workshop Is For

This trip is for freedivers, photographers, and ocean lovers who want more than just a swim with dolphins. You’ll learn how to move, breathe, and shoot in a way that lets you capture real moments with wild animals in their element.

Whether you’re coming to train your freediving, build your photography skills, or just spend long days in the water with dolphins, you’ll leave sharper, more confident, and with images that actually do the experience justice.

No big crowds, no rushed tours — just a small group, plenty of water time, and pro coaching in one of the best places in the world for wild dolphin encounters.

Ready to Dive In?

Seven days. Wild dolphins. Freediving. Photography.
It’s everything you’ve ever dreamed of — and a chance to learn in the best classroom on earth.

Spots are limited. Reserve yours today and join us in the Bahamas for the ultimate dolphin photography adventure.

Sign Me Up

Ready to Join the Expedition?

Cost: $4,250 USD
All-inclusive for the week: cabins, meals, daily freediving + photo coaching, gear demos, and 10% crew gratuity.
12 guest spots. Small group = more water time.

Book / Questions:
📧 shawnmurphymedia@gmail.com
📸 @shawnymurph

Spots are limited—reach out early to lock yours in.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to scuba dive?
No. This is a freediving + photography trip. Comfortable snorkeling and open-water comfort required. We’ll coach breath-up, equalization, and safety.

What level of freediving is required?
All levels welcome. Typical depths are shallow (3–15 m) with lots of surface time and repeated drops. No ego depth goals—control and composure first.

Is the night dolphin/squid action guaranteed?
No guarantees—wild animals + weather. We go when it’s safe and the behavior is on. You’ll still get long water time and plenty of shooting.

What camera gear should I bring?
Anything from GoPro to mirrorless/DSLR works. Wide-angle is king. For night work, high-output video lights help. We’ll have Kraken demo lights available.

What’s included?
Boat, cabin, all meals, soft drinks, coaching (freedive + photo), daily image reviews, dolphin and reef sessions, 10% crew tip included.

What’s not included?
Travel to/from West Palm Beach, FL, hotel before/after if needed, travel insurance, personal extras, alcoholic drinks.

Where do we depart?
West Palm Beach, Florida. Boarding and return there.

Cabins / rooming?
Shared cabins. Solo travelers are paired. Ask early if you need a specific arrangement—limited flexibility.

Seasickness?
If you’re prone, bring meds/patches. We’re in open water some days.

Safety + ethics with dolphins?
No touching, no chasing, no feeding. We match their behavior, respect distance, and follow crew/instructor direction—always.

Can I charge batteries / back up files onboard?
Yes—bring spares, chargers, and storage. We’ll review and back up nightly.

Payment & deposit?
Standard is a deposit to hold your spot and balance due before departure. We’ll confirm amounts and dates when you inquire.