SNORKELING
The best of it, mask on.
The 14 most popular safari tours, the ones worth getting in the water for. What you will actually see, who runs the boat, and what a place in the water costs.
Paddle Tenerife’s marine reserve for sea turtles and dolphins, then snorkel at sea-only spots and a sea cave. From $29.
Most Popular“Perfect Guide, very cool guy. Thoroughly enjoyed the activity. He checked we were OK the whole way. Would definitely recommend this excursion. We have some fab photos for memories”
Paddle a kayak from Los Cristianos in Tenerife for sea turtles, dolphins, and snorkeling in sea-only spots, with guide-led photos and gear.
“Joseph was a fantastic guide and very welcoming. Explained all safety issues before we paddled out and saw turtles and dolphins. We snorkelled for a while too but it was not hot in January”
Pilot a mini-speedboat in Fajardo, snorkel La Cordillera Cays at Icacos, then relax on a white-sand beach.
“Kevin and Jose were great! Driving the boats was so much fun. A must do if in Puerto Rico. Beautiful beaches too.”
Small-group dolphin watching and snorkel safari off West Oahu with a lifeguard-certified marine team, gear, and lunch included.
“Excellent day overall. Lovely crew, very helpful and accommodating. All equipment provided (snorkel/mask, lunch, dry bag etc), can purchase wet suit. Variable dolphin spotting but still great experience.”
Kayak past Tenerife cliffs to Lovers Cave, then snorkel at a secret stop with snacks. Wildlife spotting and pro guides on board.
“I did this trip before with other companies, and I really regret not trying this one first! You can tell right away that they’re professionals. The guide explained everything we needed to know before starting, in a way everyone could easily understand. Once on the water, the guide kept sharing interesting facts about the animals,…”
Ride a brand-new Seadoo across Koh Samui, snorkel at Koh Tan, and visit Pig Island, with hotel pickup and pro guides.
“Trip was great from start to finish - thought it was going to be follow the guide very slow but it was a great challenge just trying to keep up with the guide.”
Kayak past Los Cristianos cliffs, snorkel for sea life, then toast it all with included snacks and drinks on a 3-hour adventure.
“great experience. Adrian was very entertaining and knowledgeable about the area and the sealife in it. a picknick on a kayak is an experience I never knew I wanted”
Zanzibar Safari Blue Lagoon blends dhow sailing, guided snorkeling, Kwale sandbank time, mangrove lagoon swimming, and a seafood lunch.
“Our tour was very nice even though it was raining. Omar is the best guide. Would recommend to everyone!!”
Kayak and snorkel safari from Los Cristianos in Tenerife. Cliffs, Pal Mar cave hike, and possible dolphins and turtles.
“We saw lots of dolphines and got swim with really cool fishes! David the guide was great, He shower is the best places and told is about all the wild animals!”
Drive a mini speedboat from Key West to Mud Key for sandbar snorkeling in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.
“Our guide was excellent. He was knowledgeable and safety conscious. We had so much fun snorkeling and riding the speed boats. It was a wonderful afternoon! I would highly recommend this tour if you are in Key Wet.”
Jet-ski Koh Samui to Pig Island and Koh Tan, with snorkeling gear, lagoon views, and a safety-first ride for up to 2.
“The trip was amazing and so much time on the water, the guides don’t go slow but they give you time to catch up! However bear in mind where you’re coming from, we didn’t realise it was 1.5 hours transfer from our hotel and pick ups and then drop offs through rush hour traffic. The…”
An 8-hour eco cruise from Newport to Moreton Island with guided snorkeling at the Tangalooma wrecks plus beach time and included meals.
“Rough seas on way over, but totally worth it once you get to the island. Seeing dugongs, turtles dolphins and snorkeling was amazing.”
Nusa Penida manta ray snorkeling with gear and an underwater photographer, visiting manta hot spots like Manta Bay and Crystal Bay.
“This was one of the best experiences in my life. We saw manta Rey, turtles, and beautiful coral and fish. It was surreal. And the guys who led the trip were great. They were always calling out Dolphino to ensure we saw things and to ensure we got back to the boat safely b”
Bora Bora eco shark and snorkeling safari with multiple lagoon stops for black-tip sharks, stingrays, turtles, and coral gardens.
“This excursion was amazing!!! We had the best time and it truly made our trip! Guide Marama was great, he took us to the best spots to see the marine life!! All around a GREAT time!!!”
