Combine adventure and self-improvement in one unforgettable getaway on Grand Bahama Island, that goes beyond just exploring the depths of the sea. We have created a unique six-night, five-day land-based trip by joining forces with Dr. Brian Goff, a clinical psychologist, to dive deep into our psyche with his expert-led psychological workshops.We are offering the opportunity to explore personal growth, self-discovery, and mindfulness while enjoying beautiful scuba dives. We will dive together every morning, followed by workshops on psychological flexibility with thoughts and feelings. These include Finding Our Flow: Mindful Diving and Present-Moment Awareness for enhancing our dives and safety, Navigation by Our Values: Who We Are and Why We Dive – identity, values, and committed actions.This retreat is the perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and self-discovery, offering a rare opportunity to combine the experience of scuba diving under the direct supervision of Cristina with the benefits of psychological exploration. It is a chance to deepen the connection to ourselves and the world around us.We will dive off the south shore of Grand Bahama, in a mix of reef, wrecks, and shark encounter dives—no night dives.

In scuba, we prepare many things before a dive. We think about dive planning, gas planning, gear configuration and the like.  We are also trained in dive-specific skills to respond to situations that might arise whilst diving.  What we spend less time thinking about and preparing are our own thoughts and emotions that come with us on our dives and that show up whist diving.

There are psychological processes that impact our readiness to dive. They can impact our safety, the accessibility of our training and dive-specific skills, our response to unexpected situations mid-dive, and our enjoyment of and fulfillment from diving.  These processes moderate how flexibly we relate to challenging thoughts and emotions that show up, and how mindful we can be to the moment-by-moment things that are happening within and around us. They determine how we think about ourselves as divers in helpful and potentially unhelpful ways. They impact even our ideas about why we dive and the degree of vitality and joy we derive from diving. Of course, these psychological processes show up in our lives out of water as well.

In this retreat, we will examine the processes associated with psychological flexibility, discover our own personal tendencies toward rigidity, and learn scientifically-validated methods to increase our own flexibility.  We will also discuss values, how they differ from goals, and explore our own freely chosen values through accessible, experiential, and personal exercises. 

All of this will be done in a parallel process. Our focus will be on the experience and appreciation of diving and how to be a more mindful, engaged, and psychologically flexible diver.  We will also discuss how these are relevant and applicable to our “surface intervals” a.k.a., the rest of life.

This model of psychological functioning and the technology of intervention that comes from it is from the world of clinical psychology, but has been widely applied and validated in sports performance, thriving and wellness, business and organizational contexts, and more.  This model applies to all humans, even to those of us who love scuba diving!

Max 8 divers. If interested please connect at info@cristinazenato.com REF: Get out of your head and into the water. As we work on a first-come, first-serve basis, we require a 50% deposit to lock in the reservation; full payment is due two months before departure. Closer to the trip we send a Know Before You Go for more details on the trip, how to pack, with questions about gear needed.

CANCELLATION POLICY 25% deposit non refundable. The trip is fully refundable if we can refill your spot.

August    23-29 2026

Join us for unforgettable shark dive and educational opportunities for a 10 night-9 day trip around The Bahamas to meet up to ten different species of sharks and rays.

We will sail on board a 46ft Leopard catamaran with a maximum of six passengers and five crew members, including Kewin and Cristina. On the first day, we will board the boat in Freeport, Grand Bahama, at the dock in Port Lucaya. Once everyone is on board, we will sail for dinner. There are three areas we are going to cover during our cruise; like anything open ocean related, they are dependent on weather, and we will do our best to navigate from one to the other to avoid the worst conditions, so there is no specific itinerary. After checking the weather in the evening, we will discuss the best option for the following day or days and will include the group of divers in the decision making process

The locations and dives are: 1. Shark Junction, where we will conduct swimming on reef, no structured shark dives, and our unique interactive shark dive, learning about the local shiver of Caribbean Reef and all the sharks on the site.

2. Tiger Beach, where we will be diving with Tiger, Lemon, Caribbean, and Bull sharks. 3. Bimini for the unique Great Hammerhead shark dives and the opportunity to meet baby Lemon sharks, Atlantic Sharp-nose sharks, and stingrays in the shallows.

We will land and allow for some time off walking the island of Bimini and checking out the local places. Evening and sunset snorkel and swims around some of the local attractions are also included in our itinerary.

We will complete a max of three dives per day, no night dives; dives are determined by weather, underwater conditions, current, visibility to guarantee the best safe experience for all participants.

A minimum of an Open Water Diver certification is required to join our trip.

We return to Freeport, Grand Bahama Island, and disembark on the last day of the cruise after breakfast. Cabins are double occupancy; we will provide a divisor between the beds for people sharing the same room. Each cabin has one private bathroom with a shower and a charging station. The boat will provide one towel for the shower and one for diving at the start of the cruise. We share our meals on the back deck; we will use the inside dining area in case of wind or rain. The water temperature around 73-74 F (23-24 C) however, many dives are stationary.

A full wetsuit is mandatory for all the dives; we also recommend gloves,  hood, and possibly additional layers over a 3mm suit. Most dives are shallow, but we might complete a dive or two in 18-25m 60-80ft depending on weather and itinerary; they will not be the first dives of the trip. The price is $6.427 (2027) $6.684 (2028) (US dollars) per person, including all the diving, food, and accommodation for the listed dates.

Passengers are welcome; however, due to the small number of guests we take, the price remains the same. We do not have a single cabin upgrade; single cabin price is the full price for two people.  During each cruise, I will give several presentations about sharks, behavior, ocean conservation, and the work we conduct in The Bahamas and the rest of the world.  Kewin will be the official photographer and videographer, collecting images and videos of your trip above and below the water. It will be emailed to you as a package at the end of your trip, included in the price. ADDITIONAL TRIP OFFERED ONCE PER YEAR: Once per year we offer an Oceanic White Tip shark trip during April (11 nights-10 days) The itinerary for this trip starts in Freeport, Grand Bahama, and ends in Eleuthera, from which divers will need to organize a return flight. The airline company that organize transfers between Eleuthera Rock sound Airport and Nassau is BahamasAir More details on how to fly out of Eleuthera will be provided if interested in this trip.

The itinerary includes: 1. Shark Junction, where we will conduct swimming on reef, no structured shark dives, and our unique interactive shark dive, learning about the local shiver of Caribbean Reef and all the sharks on the site. 2. Tiger Beach, where we will be diving with Tiger, Lemon, Caribbean, and Bull sharks. 3. We will then sail south and hit Nassau Blue Hole, the Exumas and Cat Island where we will stop to dive with the Oceanic White tip sharks. 4.  In the Exumas we will encounter iguanas and real Bahamian swimming pigs Price is $7.070 (US dollars) per person. Max 6 divers. If interested please connect at info@cristinazenato.com REF: Liveaboard trip. As we work on a first-come, first-serve basis, we require a 50% deposit to lock in the reservation; full payment is due one month before departure. For more information about the island, where to fly, where to stay if coming earlier or staying longer please check https://cristinazenato.com/faq/ Closer to the trip we send a Know Before You Go for more details on the trip, how to pack, with questions about gear needed and dietary requirements.

CANCELLATION POLICY 25% deposit non refundable. The trip is fully refundable if we can refill your spot.

January      10-20, 2026 (SOLD OUT)

March         3-13, 2026 (SOLD OUT)

November 14-24,  2026 (SOLD OUT)

January     15-25, 2027  (1 spot left)

January     28-feb 7, 2027

April          23-may 4, 2027

January    22-Feb 1, 2028

February  4-14, 2028

November 1-11 2028

January     21-31 2029

March        1-11 2029

TRIFECTA 14 night 13 day unique itinerary 2028

This unique itinerary is designed to cover all the major species of sharks in The Bahamas, taking advantage of the incredible opportunity of overlapping seasons between the migration of each species. It is a once in a life time chance to dive close and personal to up to twelve different species of sharks and several species of rays.

This is a special itinerary not available every year.

The itinerary will start in Freeport, Grand Bahama and end in Rock Sound Eleuthera

We will cover the following destinations:
1. Shark Junction for our unique shark dive with the observation of our interaction with Caribbean Reef, getting to know all the local sharks before the dive

2. Tiger Beach, where we will be diving with Tiger, Lemon, Caribbean, and Bull sharks

3. Bimini for the Great Hammerhead, Bull and Nurse sharks

4. Nassau Blue Hole

5. Exuma to observe iguanas and discover the real Bahamian swimming pigs and immerse in the unique beauty of the family islands of The Bahamas

6. Cat Island to dive with the Oceanic White tip sharks

We disembark in Rock Sound, Eleuthera.

CANCELLATION POLICY 25% deposit non refundable. The trip is fully refundable if we can refill your spot.

April 4-18, 2028 (SOLD OUT)

March 14-24 2029

Price per person $9.357 (US dollars) 2028

Price per person $9.732 (US dollars) 2029

The Sardine Run otherwise known as the greatest shoal on earth! The action normally starts around Port Elizabeth and East London before reaching the Wild Coast and then onto the east coast. The area between East London and Port St Johns is located on the hot spot of this migration route and this area has brought the best action over past years. Common Dolphins, Bottlenose Dolphins, Cape Gannets, Brides whales, Humpback whales, Dusky sharks, Copper sharks, Bull sharks, Black tip sharks, Ragged tooth sharks, Cape fur seals, even Sailfish can be seen in this area at this time. Our main goal is to find baitballs, but it does not go off everyday. On slow baitball days, we still encounter dolphins, Humpback whales and sharks. This makes it the ultimate Ocean Safari. The Sardine Run is unpredictable, weather is unpredictable – but the payoff is very rewarding. Price is $5,000 (US dollars) per person. Max 8 people.

CANCELLATION POLICY 25% deposit non refundable. The trip is fully refundable if we can refill your spot.

June    20-30 2026

Welcome to the adventure of Sharkmania, a trip to South Africa, a “shark hotspot” with over 100 species of shark present, with Cristina Zenato and Kewin Lorenzen. Join us on this unique shark scuba diving expedition to dive with Blue Sharks, Mako Sharks, Sevengill Sharks, Spotted Gully Sharks, Puffadder Catsharks, Dark Shy Sharks, Pyjama Sharks, Leopard Cat Sharks, and much more.

This 10 Night/9 Day expedition package includes – Four inshore dive trips to explore the kelp forest, dive with Seven Gill sharks and some of the smaller species – Two offshore dive trips to dive with pelagic Mako and Blue sharks – One Bronze Whaler shark trip – One full-day tour to view the BIG 5 on land, making this an authentic African experience! – Accommodation at the Quai Side four-star hotel in the heart of Simon’s Town Additionally, we include three half-day sightseeing tours that will help you discover the beauty of the Western Cape. We plan to show you the Cape of Good Hope, the most southwestern tip of the African continent. We will finish this tour with the famous Boulders Beach, home to African penguins. Other sightseeing attractions on this expedition include Table Mountain, Robben Island, and some of the best wine farms in the world. The itinerary and sequence of these dives and tours are based on the weather conditions; we will work with the operator to schedule the appropriate tour for the following day based on the forecast, water conditions, and visibility through their local experience. I will give several presentations about sharks, behavior, ocean conservation, and the work we conduct in the Bahamas and around the world. Kewin will collect images and videos of your trip above and below the water and email a package at the end, included in the price.

Not included: Airfare, visas and permits depending on the passport. Lunches when not on the boat. Dinners except for day 9, when we finish our trip with a traditional braai (vegetarian and vegan options available) Additional transport to additional personal tours. Scuba Gear (available for rental). Land tour entrance fees. Tips.

An open-water diver certification is required for this trip. The seasonal average water temperature is 59-60F, 15-16C. The seasonal air temperature is 65-71F, 18-22C.

We recommend thick diving suit with hoods and gloves. If you have never used thick suits, especially gloves, we recommend completing one review dive in your local area or pool to test handling buoyancy gear and cameras. Drysuits are accepted if you have proof of certification; note you will need to bring your own, as drysuits are not available for rental.

Upon booking the trip, we will send you a Know Before You Go with more details about packing, travel requirements, and suggestions. Plan to arrive for pick up at Cape Town International Airport CPT. We will provide the pick-up and drop-off from and to the airport on the arrival and departure day.

Prices are Single occupancy $4732 and double occupancy $4316 per person. US Dollars

Max 8 divers. If interested please connect at info@cristinazenato.com REF: Sharkamania trip. As we work on a first-come, first-serve basis, we require a 50% deposit to lock in the reservation; full payment is due two months before departure. Closer to the trip we send a Know Before You Go for more details on the trip, how to pack, with questions about gear needed and dietary requirements.

CANCELLATION POLICY 25% deposit non refundable. The trip is fully refundable if we can refill your spot.

May    8-18 2026

May    18-28 2026

The Shark Interactive Experience

A first step into the world of interacting with sharks!

The Experience is a one day, two dives. During these dives, you will have the opportunity to wear the chainmail, pet, handle and come in direct contact with my beautiful shiver of Caribbean Reef Sharks.

We will meet in the morning and, on the way to the dive site, we will discuss the basics of shark interaction.

Kewin Lorenzen, professional videographer and photographer will collect all the special moments and deliver a final video and three high resolution images for personal use.

Take your loved one to watch while you complete your dives. A maximum of two additional divers are allowed to join and observe from a safe distance. Gear is not included for observers. A full wetsuit is required for any participant. No personal cameras allowed on the dives.

You can share the experience with another scuba diver; one diver completes one interactive dive while the other observes and reverse roles on the second dive. Additional cost $150.

Minimum Open Water certification required. A high level of comfort with regulator, mask and buoyancy skills are recommended. Depth 45-55ft/14-16m.

The day starts at 8:30 and ends at 1:30 pm (13:30) Subject to change due to charter availability.

Scuba and specialized gear are included. Please bring your personal mask and full body length wetsuit (no skins allowed) for the related seasonal water temperature (See FAQ) Drysuits are not suitable under the chainmail. No personal cameras on the student are allowed during this time.

NOTE: This is an experience and it is not designed to be used as training to become professional handlers, nor to be applied to all species of sharks. It is strictly designed to be completed under my direct supervision with the familiar sharks and in a familiar environment. No certification is issued for specifically handling sharks.

Experience: $2045

The Experience is available year-round and dates are selected upon availability of both parties involved. Please contact to book your time.

A 25% non refundble deposit is required to lock in the selected dates. Final payment is due two months prior to the experience.

PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE

The Shark Interactive Course

“Shark Yourself!” Journey into the world of sharks, immerse yourself to understand their behavior, language, during two days of direct interaction with Caribbean Reef Sharks.

The course includes lessons about shark biology, behavior, and reaction to people; we will discuss shark interactions, how to understand sharks and share their world in a safe manner while learning about their conservation status and what we can do to help.

Training Dives:  We will complete two training dives per day over a period of two days under my direct supervision. The course is a progressive journey built to create independence and confidence through knowledge and understanding. You will meet, learn to recognize, name the different sharks we will be diving with. Each dive is a building block based on the previous one and it’s always custome made for each student.

Kewin Lorenzen, professional videographer and photographer will collect all the special moments and deliver a final video and five high resolution images for personal use.

Take your loved one to watch while you complete your training. A maximum of two additional divers are allowed to join and observe from a safe distance. Gear for observers not included. Any participant is required to wear a full length wetsuit. No personal cameras are allowed on the dives. Additional $300 per observer.

Minimum Open Water certification required. A high level of comfort with regulator, mask and buoyancy skills are recommended. Depth 45-55ft/14-16m.

Day One starts at 8:30 and ends at 2:00 pm (14:00)    Subject to change due to charter availability

Day Two starts at 8:30 and ends at 2:00 pm (14:00)    Subject to change due to charter availability

Scuba and specialized gear are included. Please bring your personal mask and if available the wetsuit you are most comfortable with for the related seasonal water temperature (See FAQ) Drysuits are not suitable under the chainmail. If completing additional recreational dives prior to the course or after, scuba gear is available for rental. No personal cameras on the student are allowed during this time.

NOTE: This is an experience and it is not designed to be used as training for to become professional handlers, nor to be applied to all species of sharks. It is strictly designed to be completed under my direct supervision with the familiar sharks and in a familiar environment. No certification is issued for specifically handling sharks.

Course: $3745

The Course is available year-round and dates are selected upon availability of both parties involved. Please contact to book your course.

A 25% non refundble deposit is required to lock in the selected dates. Final payment is due two months prior to the course.

PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Learn about sharks with the PADI Aware Shark Conservation or the distinctive Caribbean Reef Shark Diver specialties.

Learn about sharks, their conservation status and what we can do to help. Share your time underwater with my wonderful shiver of sharks, learn how to recognize the individuals and observe their natural behavior.

We will completed two traning dives among the sharks; they do not include handling sharks. For more information about being in direct contact and experiencing my work with sharks view the Shark Handling Experience and Course.

Minimum Open Water Diver certification is required. Depth between 12-20m/40-60ft. Minimum age is 12 years old. Available for single or up to eight divers’ reservation. 

The Caribbean Reef Shark Diver can be credited towards PADI Master Scuba Diver.

This certification is available at the Instructor level.

The day starts at 8:30 am and ends at 1:30 pm

Scuba diving gear is not included but available for rent.

Specialty: $475 per person

The Course is available year-round and dates are selected upon availability of both parties involved. Please contact to book your Specialty.

A 25% non refundble deposit is required to lock in the selected dates. Once reserved the dates can be changed once and rescheduled within a year from the original reservation. The booking price is guaranteed through the end of the intial calendar year.

PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE