Never Snorkel AloneIt's best if you buddy up with somebody more experienced or, if you snorkel with a group, are under the supervision of your guide or instructor. It will give you peace of mind to know that there is a reliable person in the water nearby in case you run into trouble.
The average snorkeler can swim down 3-4 meters (12-15 feet). Experienced snorkelers may reach 7 meters (25 feet). By comparison, experienced divers can explore down to 40 meters (130 feet). Don't worry, scuba students aren't expected (or allowed) to dive that deep.
But the idea of snorkeling can be daunting, especially for those who haven't tried it yet. The good news is, learning how to snorkel is not difficult. Yes, I repeat, it's not difficult. Below we have listed some simple steps on how to snorkel and some snorkel tips to help you with your snorkeling experience!
CO2 can build up with these devices and put you in a very dangerous situation. There have been deaths, and many near death experiences. Can you breathe underwater with a full face snorkel mask? No, you can't breathe underwater with any snorkel.
Our top pick for most novice snorkelers is the Cressi Palau Short Fin Set. With a simple but solid mask that's proven itself over the last two-plus decades, a highly functional snorkel, and a short but robust set of travel-friendly fins, Cressi's snorkel set will propel you forward without risking equipment failure.
Unlike scuba diving where you have your own air supply, snorkels don't let you breathe while you are fully submerged in the water. The breathing tube can fill up if it dips below the water's surface, for example, a wave splashing over you, or if you dive underwater to get a closer look at marine life.