Snorkeling is easy to learn, and it is very interesting to have the opportunity to see the world underwater. Equipment for snorkeling is not expensive and you can easily learn how to use it properly.

Identification

Snorkeling is a popular recreational activity that allows swimmers to see the life under the water. It doesn’t require expensive equipment and big training.

Equipment

The basic equipment for snorkeling includes: dive mask, swimming fins and a snorkel (breathing) tube. Some snorkeler also wear a dilatation device and wetsuit if they are in colder water.

Significance

Snorkeling is swimming on the surface using the mask to look down and see what is going on underwater while breathing through the snorkel.

Warning

The main risk in snorkeling is sunburn on the back and shoulders. Most snorkeling goes on in tropical waters and people do not wear t-shirts or wet suits and it can cause sunburn on shoulders, upper backs and neck.

Location

The best place for snorkeling is some reef or rocks that attract fish but have low currents and high visibility. The most popular beach areas will have a decent snorkeling spot in the vicinity, although they maybe not are marked as such.