15 Snorkelling Trips in the World to Build a Day Around

1.Reef Snorkeling in National Park from Cancun with Beachside Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,781 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $44Our pick

Travel from Cancun or the Riviera Maya to Puerto Morelos for about an hour of guided snorkeling on the Great Maya Reef. Guides such as Carlos and Francisco help beginners spot turtles, rays, barracuda, and fish, followed by tacos at Boquinete, free time, and an optional tequila tasting.

“Amazing experience! Hesitant at first but the snorkelling was fantastic! We saw barracuda, loadssss of colourful fish, rays and a few turtles! We went on a dedicated turtle tour and had a better experience here! Really recommend!”

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2.From Labuan Bajo: Komodo Island Day Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,276 reviews · 10 hours · from $92

Spend 10 hours with an English-speaking guide such as Ken or Fadi, visiting Padar Island, Pink Beach, Komodo Island, Manta Point, Taka Makasar, and Kanawa. Expect a full day of hiking, wildlife viewing, and snorkeling, with lunch, drinks, gear, and hotel transfers included.

“20/10 would do again in an instant. can't recommend enough how great of a day this was. plenty of time at each stop and so much to see and do. highly recommend brining extra sunscreen or a sun shirt if you have fair skin. you are in the sun all day and it's so worth it”

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3.Snorkeling Tour in a Marine Protected Area

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 636 reviews · 2 hours · from $45

Swim from Abades beach into a sheltered marine protected area with guides Raffaella and Ron. Expect a safety briefing, full wetsuit and quality gear, 50 minutes in the water, fish, rays, octopuses, and possibly green turtles, plus free photos and videos.

“Raffa and Ron are so friendly and go above and beyond to make sure that you get the most out of your trip. The area is stunning and we were so lucky to see so much beautiful marine life, including sea turtles, an angel shark, and hundreds of pretty fish. The photos and videos that Ron and Raffa take are amazing quality and a brilliant way to capture the day. The snorkelling equipment is high quality and there is enough to fit everyone, even big blokes like my dad with size 12 feet! Raffa and Ron's instructions were easy to follow and we felt safe at all times. We would…”

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4.National Park Snorkeling Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 593 reviews · from $90Top rated

Join Reef Surfari’s 47-foot power catamaran from Red Hook, Cruz Bay, Crown Bay, or Havensight for two snorkel stops near St. John. Guides such as CJ, Darian, John, Andy, and Ren help with gear, safety, and spotting turtles, rays, squid, octopus, and reef fish. Drinks follow the swimming.

“Captain CJ was very good about deciding the best spot without a lot of waves and obscurity. We saw turtles, reef squids, lizardfish, and a cow or a trunkfish. I thought we were getting fruit and beverages before and between snorkels. TRead more”

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5.Mallorca: Snorkeling in a Beautiful Nature Reserve

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 493 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $82

Snorkel Mallorca’s clear Mediterranean waters in a group of no more than eight. Guides such as Marvin, Karim, and Jessica offer calm instruction, quality equipment, wetsuits, and access to a protected nature reserve where you might see schools of fish and rays.

“We upgraded to diving instead of snorkeling at the last minute. We went on a beautiful creek by Calvià. Lovely!”

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6.Snorkeling Day Trip To White Island And Ras Mohammed By VIP Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 401 reviews · from $35

Leave your Sharm el Sheikh hotel at 8am for an eight-hour boat trip to Ras Mohammed National Park and White Island. Snorkel with guides, walk the sandy island, enjoy lunch, fruit, and drinks, then return by air-conditioned vehicle. Bring cash for the 5 euro park fee.

“I always wanted to try scuba and these amazing professional divers gave everyone on the boat the opportunity. They were so attentive and as the dive was one on one I felt in safe hands throughout this experience. Great people, lovely trip I would highly recommend.”

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7.Jeep Tour Arikok National Park and Snorkeling at Baby Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 383 reviews · from $145

This seven-hour Aruba tour combines rough 4x4 driving, Arikok National Park, Conchi Natural Pool, Dos Playa, two caves, local breakfast and lunch, and snorkeling at Baby Beach. Guides such as Rocky, Kurt, Dre, and Andrew add island stories, safety help, and hands-on guidance in the water.

“Rocky is a stellar guide. He looks out for passengers safety at baby beach at the pools and at all stops.”

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8.Snorkeling marine protected area Tavolara

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 267 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $84

Join DST Sardegna for a four-hour boat trip through Tavolara’s protected waters. Guides such as Daniel, Sandra, Ada, Sabina, and Lucio help with snorkeling at the Crisso wreck, Molara’s natural pools, Tavolara, or Punta Spalmatore. Equipment, a flotation vest, and a snack are included.

“Superbe expérience de snockling dans des lieux magnifiques. Les guides étaient chaleureux et attentionnés, de quoi passer un merveilleux moment.”

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9.Bayahibe: National Park Jungle Walk & Snorkeling in Cenotes

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 171 reviews · 3 hours · from $55

Travel from Bayahibe into Cotubanama National Park with guides Gaëlle and Julien. Walk a jungle trail, descend into Chicho Cave, and snorkel beneath stalactites and stalagmites in clear 25°C spring water. The three-hour small-group tour includes transport, safety gear, and a light aperitif.

“It was such a friendly and inviting tour to be a part of! The guides were wonderful. The tour itself was very hot for the walk part, but then snorkeling in the cave was amazing and was the perfect way to cool off. We loved it!”

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10.Mikado Kornati Excursion with snorkeling and hiking stops

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 89 reviews · 9h 30m · from $101

Spend a full day sailing from Zadar’s Fosa port through Kornati National Park, with breakfast, drinks, snorkeling gear, three stops, and lunch on Kornat. You’ll swim at Lojena Beach, walk to Tureta Fort near Tarac Bay, and choose fish, meat, or vegetables for lunch. Guides speak English and Croatian.

“Des hôtes attentionnés et agréables Possibilité de se baigner à plusieurs endroits magnifiques”

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11.La Ciotat: Calanques Afternoon Boat Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 77 reviews · 4 hours · from $135

Set out from La Ciotat with an English or French-speaking skipper for a four-hour cruise through the Calanques National Park. You’ll see Île Verte, En-Vau, Morgiou, and other coves, stop to swim and snorkel, and share a semi-rigid boat with up to 12 people.

“We had a great time. Wonderful snorkeling and boat ride. We made friends on the trip. Our boats captain was excellent.”

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12.Funchal: Kayak & Snorkeling in Garajau Nature Reserve

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 68 reviews · from $34

Meet your English or Spanish-speaking guides at the Cristiano Ronaldo statue for a 2.5-hour kayak and snorkeling trip toward Ponta do Lazareto. You’ll receive safety instruction, kayak and snorkeling gear, a life jacket, waterproof storage, and close support in a group of up to 10.

“It was very fun! Be aware you will definitely get wet as there are holes on the kayak that allow water to come through. It can also be tiring depending on your fitness levels. Our guide was amazing and even showed us how to cannon ball off of a cliff! 10/10 would recommend if you enjoy being out on the water and snorkelling”

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13.La Ciotat: Calanques Morning Boat Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 61 reviews · 3 hours · from $117

Leave La Ciotat at 9:30 a.m. for a three-hour boat ride through the Calanques National Park. Your English or French-speaking skipper points out Île Verte, Figuerolles, Port Pin, En-Vau, and more, with swimming and snorkeling at Anse de l’Arène. The boat carries up to 12 people.

“Excellent explanation of the history and the area. Beautiful water for swimming”

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14.From Fažana: snorkeling at sea cave and Brijuni Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 49 reviews · 3 hours

Take a private three-hour speedboat trip from Fažana with an English-speaking skipper. Swim near the closed Seagull Rocks cave, stop at tiny Figo Cove, view Muzil’s abandoned military base, and snorkel around Kozada in Brijuni National Park. Masks and an underwater lamp are included.

“During the trip you see the best spots and say how long you want to stay”

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15.Maiori: Kayaking & Snorkeling tour along the Amalfi Coast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · from $41

Paddle from Maiori toward Atrani and Amalfi with a local guide, entering St. Andrew’s Cave, passing sea caves, villas, and watchtowers, then stopping to snorkel and enjoy fresh fruit. The small group is limited to 10, with kayaks, safety gear, photos, and changing facilities included.

“A most excellent, professional and exciting experience; the guidance was magnificent explained everything, took care of everyone and looked out for everyone. I would thoroughly recommend this trip great fun value for money.”

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