BEST OF · SNORKELING

The 15 Best Snorkelling Trips

57 dives  ·  from $11 a head

No kit to learn, no medical form, no depth limit to respect. The 15 below are the boat trips where the snorkelling is the point and not a consolation prize, with prices, how many stops you get and whether a wetsuit comes with it.

Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling and Diving Cruise from Cairns - The long run to Saxon or Norman Reef
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Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling and Diving Cruise from Cairns

1.Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling and Diving Cruise from Cairns

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,714 reviews · from $190Our pick

Spend about 8.5 hours aboard Evolution from Cairns, visiting two outer reef sites near Saxon, Norman, or Hastings Reef. Snorkel with supplied gear, add an introductory or certified scuba session, or book a 10-minute helicopter flight. Crew members such as Indy and Phil may add marine-life talks.

“Fantastic experience. The staff onboard the ship were extremely nice, helpful and encouraged all to snorkel and see the coral and sea life. Kudos to each one of the staff for their support. Additionally, we took the helicopter ride to see the reef and it was a sight to behold.”

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Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise - Morning aboard the Ocean Freedom catamaran
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Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise

2.Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,895 reviews · from $181Top rated

Board the 65-foot Ocean Freedom catamaran in Cairns for a full reef day at Upolu Cay and Wonder Wall. You get guided snorkeling, a glass-bottom boat tour, six hours on the reef, buffet lunch, equipment, and crew help in the water. Certified and introductory scuba options cost extra.

“Staff was super nice and everyone was super kind. Both snorkel sites were amazing and we saw a blue star fish and a few turtles. It was a memorable trip. However a few suggestions: (1) Boat was super crowded. If you prefer a small group, would suggest the ocean free (same company but smaller boat) which is a smaller 25 person total for the boat. It feels less luxurious when it is so crowded.. (2) Also was not a fan of the going, barefoot on the boat.. It was quite disgusting by the end of the trip. They should tell us to bring water shoes. (3) Just a suggestion, but…”

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Cairns: Premium Snorkelling and Diving Reef Day Trip - The first reef stop: time to get comfortable
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Cairns: Premium Snorkelling and Diving Reef Day Trip

3.Cairns: Premium Snorkelling and Diving Reef Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,528 reviews · 8 hours · from $166

Set out on AquaQuest from Cairns at 8:30 AM for two outer reef sites at Norman, Saxon, or Hastings reefs. Snorkel with guides, use provided wetsuits and prescription masks, and enjoy meals, hot showers, and optional scuba sessions.

“The staff was amazing and the dives were beautiful!”

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Cairns: Outer and Coral Cay Snorkel and Dive Cruise - From Marlin Marina to the outer reef
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Cairns: Outer and Coral Cay Snorkel and Dive Cruise

4.Cairns: Outer and Coral Cay Snorkel and Dive Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,467 reviews · 9 hours - 1 day · from $183

Cruise from Cairns on a fast 20-metre catamaran to Upolu Reef and Cay. Expect guided snorkelling, glass-bottom boat trips, optional certified or introductory scuba sessions, and a generous lunch. Instructors including Ollie, Paul, and Tori help keep beginners calm and well supported.

“if you want a great safe introductory dive , you may trust this crew, very professional and friendly. if you like snorkel , they will show you the good places on the reef. very worthy experience .”

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Sharm El Sheikh: Ras Mohamed & White Island Dive & Snorkel - Starting the morning from your Sharm El Sheikh hotel
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Sharm El Sheikh: Ras Mohamed & White Island Dive & Snorkel

5.Sharm El Sheikh: Ras Mohamed & White Island Dive & Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,280 reviews · 9 hours · from $29

You’ll sail from Sharm El Sheikh to Ras Mohamed on a three-level yacht, stopping at two reef sites and White Island. Try a 10 to 15 minute beginner scuba session to 7 meters with instructors such as Sam, Kareem, or Moaaz, then enjoy lunch and drinks on board.

“we liked every part of it. we had good explenation of the diving en they took nice picteres of us diving. the food was very good. nice expirience”

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Hurghada: Snorkeling 6 x 1 to Orange Bay w Diving & Massage - Orange Bay before the crowds arrive
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Hurghada: Snorkeling 6 x 1 to Orange Bay w Diving & Massage

6.Hurghada: Snorkeling 6 x 1 to Orange Bay w Diving & Massage

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,266 reviews · 8h 30m · from $62

Join Royal Cruise Hurghada for an 8.5-hour yacht trip with snorkeling at two Red Sea sites, a beginner scuba session, Orange Bay, banana boat rides, buffet lunch, and a back massage. Guides including Andrew, Fox, and Bassam help keep the day friendly and well organized.

“The best trip we ever had in egypt. Cant recommend enough. Andrew and his crew tried so hard dor our comford and boy they nailed it. big props.”

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Snorkel & Dive the Reef: Sustainable, Scientific & Cultural Tour - Arriving at Marine World on the outer reef
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Snorkel & Dive the Reef: Sustainable, Scientific & Cultural Tour

7.Snorkel & Dive the Reef: Sustainable, Scientific & Cultural Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 841 reviews · from $232

Spend about eight hours traveling from Cairns to Reef Magic’s outer reef platform. Snorkel with supplied gear, join marine biologist talks, and use the glass-bottom boat, semi-submersible, and observatory. Optional scuba, helmet walks, and helicopter flights cost extra.

“Good trip. Husband got to dive and I got to have my feet in the ocean off 5he pontoon. Glass bottom boat and semi submersible were also included. We got a helicopter ride too (extra, but worth it).”

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Port Douglas: Outer Barrier Reef Snorkel and Dive Options - The 90-minute catamaran ride from Port Douglas
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Port Douglas: Outer Barrier Reef Snorkel and Dive Options

8.Port Douglas: Outer Barrier Reef Snorkel and Dive Options

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 438 reviews · 7h 30m · from $174

Travel by catamaran from Port Douglas to Agincourt or Opal Reefs for three reef stops. Snorkel colorful coral gardens, join a guided tour, or choose scuba with instructors such as Ruth, Reenie, or Delphine. Lunch, tea, equipment, and optional hotel pickup are included.

“Amazing trip. The staff are outstanding and made the day special from beginning to end. We were very lucky to dive with Reenie who was the absolute best! She made my partner feel calm on her first dive and checked on us the whole trip. Can’t recommend the team highly enough!”

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Silverswift Dive and Snorkel Great Barrier Reef Cruise - Introductory scuba for first-timers
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Silverswift Dive and Snorkel Great Barrier Reef Cruise

9.Silverswift Dive and Snorkel Great Barrier Reef Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 432 reviews · from $212

Spend about 10 hours aboard Silverswift, a 29-meter catamaran from Cairns, visiting three outer reef sites. Snorkel all day, try one or two introductory scuba sessions, or complete three certified descents. Guides such as Matilda, Paul, Dave, and Vanessa have helped beginners feel at ease.

“This boat was the nicest boat we've been on to go snorkeling/scuba diving. This was our first dive after our certification. The guide was very helpful. He took care of our tanks and hoses between dives. He gave us good tips. We had 6 people in our group. We saw some neat fish and a couple of turtles. On the second dive, we did some swim throughs. There was also hot fresh water showers when you got out of the ocean. We went to Flynn Reef. The lunch included fruit, pasta, curry, chicken legs amongst other things I don't remember. There was hot tea and coffee at every stop. It…”

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Port Douglas: Silversonic Great Barrier Reef Dive & Snorkel - Three reef sites make the day feel varied
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Port Douglas: Silversonic Great Barrier Reef Dive & Snorkel

10.Port Douglas: Silversonic Great Barrier Reef Dive & Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 353 reviews · 8 hours · from $189

Cruise from Port Douglas aboard the 29-metre Silversonic catamaran to three Agincourt Ribbon Reef sites. You get five hours in the water, guided snorkeling, equipment, meals, and seasonal chances to swim near dwarf Minke whales. Scuba options are available at extra cost.

“Absolutely fabulous tour! So well organised by a brilliant and professional crew. They were so supportive of all the swimming abilities of our group ranging in age from 28-70 years old. Lovely food throughout the day with tea and coffee. Couldn’t recommend this tour any more! Thanks for an unforgettable family bucket list trip 🐠 🪸”

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Hurghada: Luxury Orange Bay w/Snorkeling, Massage and Diving - Boarding the yacht and settling into the day
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Hurghada: Luxury Orange Bay w/Snorkeling, Massage and Diving

11.Hurghada: Luxury Orange Bay w/Snorkeling, Massage and Diving

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 278 reviews · 8h 30m · from $58

Spend about 8.5 hours aboard a yacht from Hurghada, Makadi Bay, Safaga, El Gouna, or nearby resorts. You’ll visit Orange Bay, snorkel at Giftun Island, try an introductory scuba session with guides such as Andrew or Salam, enjoy massage, lunch, and a banana boat ride.

“Was very happy with this tour they were very patient with us we left our bag in the hotel and the whole crew had to wait for us 40 minutes.very good people I highly recommend”

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Manatee Snorkel Tour from American Pro Diving Center - The boat ride across Crystal River
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Manatee Snorkel Tour from American Pro Diving Center

12.Manatee Snorkel Tour from American Pro Diving Center

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 265 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $65

Set out from American Pro Diving Center in Crystal River for a three-and-a-half-hour manatee tour. You’ll receive a wetsuit, mask, fins, and snorkel, then follow an in-water guide to Three Sisters Springs and other King’s Bay spots. Manatees are wild, so sightings and visibility vary.

“Great tour company, everyone was helpful. We learned a lot about manatees and all facts about the area. Melissa was awesome! We saw the most manatee that day.”

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Journey of Diving or Snorkelling from a Boat - What the underwater portion is meant to offer
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Journey of Diving or Snorkelling from a Boat

13.Journey of Diving or Snorkelling from a Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 218 reviews · from $85

Join Coral Garden Diving Center in Aqaba for a four-hour Red Sea boat trip from Ayla 5* Marina. Snorkel, try scuba with instructors such as Lance and Natalia, or relax aboard the 22-meter boat. First-timers are welcome, with pickup offered and groups capped at 30.

“I had an awesome first experience of scuba diving with them. The staff as well as my instructor were extremely friendly. As a diving first-timer, I was totally looked after during the dive. It’s a breathtaking experience. Would love to come back and dive again!”

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From Dubai: Fujairah Half-Day Scuba Dive and Snorkeling - The morning pickup from your Dubai hotel
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From Dubai: Fujairah Half-Day Scuba Dive and Snorkeling

14.From Dubai: Fujairah Half-Day Scuba Dive and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 186 reviews · 8 hours · from $157

Leave Dubai early for Fujairah, learn scuba basics with an English or Arabic instructor, and visit one or two reef sites by boat. Beginners stay with an instructor, while certified guests receive two guided descents. Snorkeling, equipment, drinks, and hotel transfers are included.

“Sergio was amazing. So so good, transfer is very long so be warned…but absolutely worth it in my opinion.”

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Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay Snorkel or Dive, from Cairns - Four hours to snorkel, swim, and explore
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Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay Snorkel or Dive, from Cairns

15.Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay Snorkel or Dive, from Cairns

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 170 reviews · from $197

Spend a full day aboard Ocean Spirit sailing from Cairns to Michaelmas Cay. Snorkel from the white sand, join an optional guided session with marine biologists such as Jayden or Luiza, ride the semi-submersible, and enjoy seafood lunch plus morning and afternoon tea.

“Saw as many colorful fish and corals as we did on outer reef/rougher waters. 3 hours of bliss. Excellent food.”

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Just written up in Snorkeling

★ 4.9Puerto del Carmen: Snorkeling Trip with Dive InstructorFrom $6593
★ 4.8Port Douglas: Poseidon Outer Barrier Reef Dive and SnorkelFrom $21319
★ 4.3Phuket: Racha Island Snorkeling or Scuba Diving TourFrom $5270
★ 5.0Pattaya: Snorkeling or Beginner Scuba Diving Tour with lunchFrom $836
★ 4.5Nice : VIP sea tour with snorkeling & discover scubaFrom $2888
★ 4.9MUSCAT: Daymaniyat Island Snorkeling & Try-Dive + BBQ LunchFrom $16513
★ 3.5Cebu: Moalboal Scuba Diving, Sardines Run & Pescador SnorkelFrom $1338
★ 4.6Mallorca: Snorkeling tour with diving instructor from a boat – Cap de FormentorFrom $6547
★ 4.5Makadi Bay: Snorkelling and Diving Island TripFrom $4720
★ 4.6Kailua-Kona: Night Manta Snorkel or DiveFrom $1297
★ 4.9Hurghada: Yacht Trip 2 islands, Diving & Snorkeling W LunchFrom $2713
★ 3.6Hurghada: Orange Bay Snorkeling cruise and optional divingFrom $317
★ 4.9Heraklion: Diving, Swimming, and Snorkeling like a MermaidFrom $826
★ 4.7Heraklion: Boat Safari with guided snorkeling/diving tour.From $829
★ 4.5From Sharm: Ras Mohammed snorkeling cruise & optional divingFrom $3128

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