Explore The Depths Of Life

At Carpe Diem Holistic, we believe in the transformative power of nature and the profound connection between mind and body. We offer services and create art that allow you to experience your world in fresh ways.

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“Carpe Diem”: Seize the moment, live in the present.

“Holistic:” Emphasizing the organic or functional relation between parts and the whole,

because everything is interconnected.

Ciao!

We are Chiara and Gaston.

We are passionate freediving instructors, professional photographers and health coaches dedicated to sharing our love for the underwater world while promoting holistic well-being and ethical travel experiences.

About Us

underwater portrait of Gaston Otero with mask and snorkel in clear water in front of some corals; also wearing his uniform

underwater portrait of Chiara Bussini with a mask in a lily pond

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Our Services

With over 20 years of experience and hundreds of happy clients, we bring a unique blend of holistic understanding, artistry and professionalism.

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Photography & Videography

Specialized in Underwater Photography
Brand & Editorial Shoots
Magazines
Promotional Videos

Gaston Otero, Carpe Diem Holistic instructor, ascending towards the surface while freediving in a cenote in Mexico

Freediving & Scuba Instructors

Molchanovs Freediving Instructors
PADI Scuba Instructors
Aquatic Bodywork Facilitators
Water dance

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Yoga & Ayurvedic Coaching

Yoga Instructors
Breathwork Facilitators
Holistic Nutrition Coaching
Health Retreats Facilitators

Fantastic teachers, very clear, patient and supportive. They created and incredibly safe and relaxed environment that prioritized your own sense of ability and calm, and encouraged not to focus on the depth, but on feeling relaxed and comfortable which is what I was looking for. With this approach, I was able to dive without any pressure and felt very comfortable on all my dives, surprising myself with how long I could hold my breath by simply staying calm and relaxed. The underwater photography package turned out amazing with a variety of creative angles and perspectives. Thank you guys for helping me make great memories!

Jessalyn Tsuyin Chan, Australia
Words can’t even describe my emotions now! I’m feeling so blessed that I got to experience these days with you, the free diving and feeling so calm with the sea and also your energy. Than today with the good conditions and the mantas… and then now these photos, I am watching them with tears in my eyes and will cherish them forever. I am so blessed to have you as instructors and photographers. Thank you so so so much!

Joyce Van Galen, Ireland
The photos taken are amazing… Thank you for these incredible four days and for laying the foundation of my freediving adventures. Couldn’t have imagined better, kinder or more knowledgeable and chill teachers for my wave1 than you guys are!

Stephan Reichert, Germany
I did my freediving course with these guys in August and honestly had the best experience. They are super patient, very knowledgeable and helped me push my limits without feeling any pressure. They quickly saw that I would mentally block myself, they really talked and showed me through it. Would definitely recommend doing your freediving and/or booking trips with them!

Allaia, Spain
I did my Wave 1 course with these guys, and I am absolutely thrilled with the experience. I can’t thank you enough for your incredible patient and supportive approach you brought to the course and the fun we had. You made it truly special, helping each of us find our personal techniques and rhythm. You gave us the time we needed and motivated us to keep going. The preparation, communication and course materials were top-notch. The freedom of freediving is indescribable, and I felt included and supported every step by these guys. I can’t express how thankful I am about this experience. I wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone looking for an incredible freediving adventure.

Tanyel Turner, Germany
Wow, wow, wow: what an awesome introduction to freediving for me and my 8 year old daughter. Our instructors Chiara and Gas were amazing, so experienced and calm with us beginners. And the photos were breath-taking! I can’t wait to do more with them!

Michael Welch, Australia
I recently passed my Wave 1 with these guys. The course was insightful and from the get go Gas and Chiara’s chilled and patient attitude made what could be a difficult learning incredibly enjoyable and calming. Nothing was ever too much trouble for the team. And loved those photos! So artistic!

Amanda Unger, Germany
I did my my Wave 1 course with Chiara and my Wave 2 with both Chiara and Gas, which was like a double whammy! I got 2 epic instructors who both had the same great quality for training but slightly different approaches which was great to learn from! They have such a calming nature which was something that helped me and all the students on my courses with staying focused and they are always happy and laughing which is so good for the soul! The holistic style is something which helped me achieve a lot more than I believed I could have done anywhere else. I am actually planning to do my Wave 3 course because of their inspiration!

Corinne Matthews, Australia

female freediver duck diving during a line diving session in clear blue water; freediving course and photo session by Carpe Diem Holistic