Tania Apnea
Tania Panés | Freediver and Expedition Leader
Spanish professional freediver and instructor based in La Ventana, Baja California Sur. I design and guide small-group ocean expeditions with attention to the sea, the people and the animals.
Career
From holding my breath as a child to representing Spain
6
expeditions with their own page on this site
4
countries: Mexico, Dominica, Egypt and the Maldives
Baja
home base in La Ventana, Baja California Sur
Expeditions
Ocean expeditions with Tania
Baja California Sur, Mexico
Magdalena Bay sardine run
The most active trip I lead: long days on the boat from a small fishing village, and time in open water where you need to feel at ease and respond to what the ocean does.
Baja California, Mexico
Baja women's megafauna retreat
A women-only expedition in the Baja waters I call home, combining time in the sea with space to slow down.
Dominica, Caribbean
Sperm whales in Dominica
In-water time following local regulations and the lead of licensed local crews. Whales set the pace; we never force an approach.
Principles
The animal's wellbeing comes first. Always.
Ethical encounters
We respect each animal's natural behaviour. An encounter is never forced.
No guarantees
Wild animals are wild. Nobody can promise a sighting, and I won't.
Safety in the water
As a freediving instructor I watch conditions, the group and every swimmer.
Brands, media and speaking
I collaborate with brands and media that share a respectful view of the ocean.
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