As we explore the bungalows hemming the wooden walkway that crisscrosses over the crystalline water,
we see snorkelers below, languidly drifting by observing the scintillating fishes and sharks pups that frequent these waters.
It's not uncommon to
see snorkelers on the site as well, as the reef is very shallow at the top and then it gradually gets deeper.
Not exact matches
We were off to the aquarium, and along the way we passed a beautiful beach on top of a cliff (complete with hammocks), the biggest sea turtles I'd ever
seen (right under my feet) and several tanks of baby turtles dashing about like Squirt from Finding Nemo, a large lagoon full of
snorkelers, and a little man - made beach off the lagoon where tiny tots paddled about.
Think that the sun setting stops
snorkelers from
seeing?
I didn't
see many
snorkelers there though, just swimmers, and some fishing from the locals with their large throw nets.
I could
see a pod of spinner dolphins jumping out of the water and swimming within feet of a small group of
snorkelers.
Amazing to
see so many boats with
snorkelers and divers pull up to use the ocean right outside the door - a great spot for water activities.
Although they make up a large percentage of the fish population on Hawaiian reefs,
snorkelers will be lucky to
see them as they like to remain hidden.
BEACHCOMBERS TIP: The most common stark the
snorkeler will
see on the reef proper is the nurse shark (Ginglymostoma cerratum), local name «gato».
Amateur
snorkelers can
see an astonishing variety of fish, anemones, sponges, and other life amidst the coral backdrop in the waters off of islands like Laughing Bird Caye and Silk Caye.
Snorkelers may also be interested in taking the one day excursion to the Blue Hole which is regularly scheduled on Tuesdays (weather permitting) This is a full day trip with a picnic lunch at Half Moon Caye Natural Monument where can you
see nurse sharks and myriads of brightly - colored reef fish that highlight the reef.
The Tarpon is a very common site for divers and
snorkelers in the Costa Maya and can be
seen in schools of up to a hundred individual fish patrolling the reefs, in search of food.
Divers and
snorkelers can
see an incredible variety of sea life.
No matter which island you end up at, the sea life is fantastic —
snorkelers will
see plenty of clown fish and turtles.
Whether you are an experienced
snorkeler or it is your first time, snorkeling is a great way to get to
see the natural underwater world.
Floating atop the warm, clear, turquoise waters with a mask and snorkel, provides an exciting glimpse into Belize's underwater glories and is a must
see even for the first time
snorkeler.
All are able to be
seen by both divers and
snorkelers alike as they are positioned between 8 and 16 meters of water.
Night
snorkelers may
see lobster, eels, octopus and other creatures.
Divers and
snorkelers can
see an underwater world of mammals, fish, invertebrates, and various reef types, and underwater plant life.
Snorkelers can expect to
see sea turtles (Honu), Parrot fish, Trigger fish, Wrasses, Butterfly fish, Flounder and the Devil Scorpion fish, just to name a few.
Divers and
snorkelers will enjoy the shallow dives and get to
see a good variety of sea life and coral.
Under the sea off the shores of Punta Cancún, Manchones Reef, and Punta Nizuc lie over 400 humanoid statues, shallow enough for
snorkelers, divers, and glass - bottom boats to
see.
You'll
see young and old, men, women, kids, babies, dogs, canoes, longboards, SUP, shortboards,
snorkelers, and any thing else you can think of out in the lineup.
Snorkeling is possible in almost any body of water, but
snorkelers are most likely to be found in locations where there are minimal waves, warm water, and something particularly interesting to
see near the surface — exactly like the Cayman Islands!
While Mola - Mola are rare in other parts of the world, lucky divers and
snorkelers at Nusa Penida have been know to
see as many as 20 of the huge fish during a single encounter.
The Red Sea
sees a huge number of tourists every year, whether serious divers with respect for the marine world or daytrip
snorkelers who behave like it is a big salty swimming pool.
Located just off the coast of Ambergris Caye, the reserve allows divers and
snorkelers to
see a myriad of eels, turtles, dolphins, rays, and fish in their natural habitat.
Simply a must -
see for divers and
snorkelers alike!
At the crest of the thousand - foot circular reef,
snorkelers in its clear waters delight in
seeing exquisite corals, energetic fish, colorful sponges, and graceful sea fans.
For scuba divers and
snorkelers, the Mesoamerican reef located off the shores of Playa del Carmen, provides endless amounts of underwater adventures with turtles, tropical fish and unique coral species.There is over 130 kms / 80 miles of beach to be enjoyed and explored and 15 dive sites to be
see.
The island is surrounded by hundreds of spots for
snorkelers — it just depends on where you want to go and what you want to
see!
And as long as
snorkelers stay on the inside of the reef, there is plenty to
see with little to no current.
This is truly a marine wonderland that every
snorkeler and diver, beginner and experienced, must
see!
These waters are known as some of the most pure and cleanest waters in the whole world and as such provide the scuba diver and
snorkelers with the most dramatic underwater experiences
seen on Australia's Great Barrier Reef.
She says; «Manta Ray Point is a must
see for
snorkelers and scuba divers alike.
For
snorkelers, the eerie blue waters and vast schools of fish nestling in the shelter of the atoll make Lighthouse Reef a must -
see destination.
There is not much to
see on top for
snorkelers, but plenty for divers between 10 to 28 metres.
So it's common for
snorkelers to
see mantas there too.
Once you get to Manta Point, it's actually a small bay and the cleaning station there is quite shallow, and is common for
snorkelers to
see mantas there too.