Dive into Southern California’s kelp forests with expert guides on the Spearfishing Shore Tour. Learn breath holding, fish ID, and sustainable harvest in a vibrant marine setting.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3–5 hours
Fitness Level
Good swimming ability and moderate fitness required to handle ocean conditions and gear
Wildlife
History
San Diego's coastline has a rich fishing heritage dating back to Native American tribes who relied on these abundant ocean resources.
Conservation
The tour emphasizes sustainable harvesting to protect sensitive kelp ecosystems and promote healthy fish populations.
Just Get Wet
Dive into Southern California’s kelp forests with expert guides on the Spearfishing Shore Tour. Learn breath holding, fish ID, and sustainable harvest in a vibrant marine setting.
Just Get Wet is a San Diego–based ocean adventure company specializing in freediving, spearfishing, and small-group wildlife trips. With a menu of focused experiences — from pool-only beginner freediving to two-day advanced freediving retreats and a Sea of Cortez liveaboard spearfishing trip — the company serves learners and experienced divers across Southern California and beyond.
All programs emphasize safety, skill development, and local ecosystem awareness. Certified instructors lead hands-on spearfishing courses covering breath-hold techniques, fish identification, and sustainable catch practices. Freediving offerings span beginner pool sessions, intermediate courses, an Intermediate Freediver Plus Spearfishing combo, and two-day advanced training that mixes classroom theory, controlled pool work, and open-water practice.
For boat-based adventures, small group sizes ensure personalized attention. The whale watching adventure caps at six guests aboard a fast, stable boat with an experienced captain guiding 2–2.5 hour excursions to observe whales and dolphins. The Coronado Islands spearfishing day trip and San Diego shore dives explore kelp forests, Wreck Alley, and Zuniga Jetty under expert supervision.
Equipment guidance and tailored coaching help participants build confidence and measurable improvements in bottom time, depth access, and relaxation. Specialty offerings include women-only dives, surf survival courses, and pool training sessions that focus on technique and endurance.
Just Get Wet partners with certified instructors and experienced captains to deliver focused, safe, and memorable marine experiences for divers, spearfishers, and ocean enthusiasts seeking skills, adventure, and stewardship. Booking options include single trips, combined course packages, and specialty clinics designed to match varied skill levels and scheduling needs today.
Max Guests
6 (whale watch)
Personalized attention on boat
Locations
San Diego & Sea of Cortez
Local dives and liveaboard trips
Certified Instructors
Certified & experienced
Hands-on instruction and coaching
Trip Durations
2–4 hours, multi-day
Short excursions to two-day retreats
Reserve a spot on a freediving course, spearfishing trip, or whale watching tour — limited spaces and expert instruction.
Master Breath Control
Practice breath holding techniques before your tour to maximize underwater time safely.
Wear a Wetsuit
Water temperatures can be chilly year-round; a wetsuit keeps you warm and protected.
Check Local Regulations
Confirm current fishing rules and catch limits to ensure legal and responsible spearfishing.
Avoid Strong Currents
Plan your dive times around slack tides for safer, calmer water conditions.
Wetsuit
Keeps you warm and provides protection from kelp and rocky substrates.
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Speargun
The primary tool for fishing, designed for shore-based underwater hunting.
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Mask and Snorkel
Essential for clear vision and breathable surface swimming.
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Dive Gloves
Protect your hands while navigating rocky or kelp-covered areas.
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