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Paradise Blue Hawaii: Snorkeling -
Snorkeling is the practice of swimming on or through a body of water while equipped with a diving mask, a shaped tube called a snorkel, and usually swim fins. In cooler waters, a wetsuit may also be worn. Using this equipment allows the snorkeler to observe underwater attractions for extended periods of time with moderately diminutive effort. When valued guests book with this vacation club, they can go snorkeling in select locations.

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Snorkeling

Paradise Blue Hawaii: Snorkeling

Snorkeling is a popular recreational activity, particularly at tropical resort and scuba diving locations. The primary attraction is the opportunity to observe underwater life in a natural location without the complicated equipment and training required for scuba diving, and without the exhaled bubbles of scuba-diving equipment.

Paradise: Although wearing a mask and snorkel and swimming in any body of water would technically constitute "snorkeling," generally it is generally accepted that a "snorkeler" would put on such gear and practice such activity within the surrounding area of a reef, wreck, underwater formation or other submerged objects either to observe fish, plants, organisms and/or formations. Being non-competitive, snorkeling is considered more a relaxation activity than a sport.

Paradise: Snorkeling is also employed by scuba divers when on the surface, and search and rescue teams may snorkel as part of a water-based search. It is also a means to an end in popular sports such as underwater hockey, underwater ice hockey, underwater rugby and spear fishing.

Paradise Blue Hawaii: Snorkeling requires no special training, only the ability to swim and to breathe through the snorkel. However, for safety reasons, instruction and direction from a fellow "experienced" snorkeler, tour guide, dive shop, or equipment rental shop is recommended. Instruction generally covers equipment usage, basic safety, and what to look out for, and conservation instructions. As with scuba-diving it is always recommended that one not snorkel alone, but rather with a friend, a guide or a tour group.

Some commercial snorkeling locations require snorkelers to wear an inflatable vest, similar to a personal flotation device. They are usually bright yellow or orange and have a mechanism that allows users to inflate or deflate the device to adjust their buoyancy. However these devices hinder and prevent a snorkeler from free diving to any depth. A wetsuit of appropriate thickness and coverage is suggested as they do provide some buoyancy without as much resistance to submersion. Experienced snorkelers often start to investigate amateur free-diving, which should be preceded by at least some training from a dive instructor or experienced free-diver.

Safety While Snorkeling

Paradise Blue Hawaii: Snorkelers' backs can be exposed to the sun for extended periods and can burn badly. Wearing appropriate covering such as a "rash guard", a wetsuit and/or sun block will alleviate the risk of sunburn.

Paradise Blue Hawaii: The greatest hazard to snorkelers is small inshore and leisure crafts such as jet skis, speed boats and other types of water equipment. A snorkeler is often submerged in the water with only the tube visible above. Since these crafts can work the same areas snorkelers visit, the chance for accidental collision exists. Sailboats and windsurfers are especially worrisome as their quiet propulsion systems means the snorkeler may be unaware of their presence, unlike any motor-driven craft, as sound travels further and 4 times faster underwater. A snorkeler may surface under one and/or be struck by such liners. Unfortunately few places distinguish small craft areas from snorkelers, unlike regular bathers who may have areas marked by buoys. Snorkelers may therefore choose to wear bright or highly reflective colors/outfits and/or to employ dive flags to ease being spotted by boaters and others.

Paradise Blue Hawaii: When snorkeling on or near coral reefs, care must be exercised to steer clear of contact with the sharp coral and its poisonous inhabitants, usually by means of protective gloves and by being careful of one's environment. Booties and surf shoes are especially useful as they allow walking over reefs exposed by low tide, to drop offs or deeper waters of the outer reef.

Paradise Blue Hawaii: Dehydration is another concern. Hydrating well before going in is recommended, especially if one intends to go for several hours. Proper hydration also prevents cramps. Salts help retain fluids and hydrates will help prevent cramping.

Snorkelers can experience hyperventilation, which can lead in turn to "shallow water blackout"; snorkeling with a buddy can help avoid this situation.

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