Things To Prepare Before Snorkeling

Diving and snorkeling are popular activities all over the world nowadays. Moreover, the world is full of beautiful dive sites where we can witness amazing marine life. We can find numerous dive sites all over the world, particularly in Bali, there are many spots that are great for diving and snorkeling. To be able to see the gorgeous marine life closely, Scuba diving is the best choice, yet, it doesn’t mean that snorkeling won’t be worth it. Unlike Scuba diving, snorkeling is easier, to begin with, and make it a popular water sports all over the world including Indonesia.

Snorkeling is one of the coolest things to do in Nusa Lembongan Bali - Indonesia

While diving will make you go across the deep blue ocean, snorkeling, on the contrary, will be done on the surface and this is what makes it quite unique and easy to do. The main purpose of diving or snorkeling is to witness the beauty of marine life that is diverse and unique in shape. Beautiful coral reefs and a wide range of fish like starfish, jellyfish, and many more, attract people to come and see their beauty. Moreover, when we are able to see magnificent fish like Mola Mola or Manta Rays Nusa Penida, it will be more interesting. Although snorkeling is quite easy thing to do, we still need to prepare things before trying to do snorkeling. Here are some things to be prepared before you do snorkel.

1. Prepare the tools

The first thing to do before trying to do snorkeling is knowing what are the snorkeling tools so at least you will be quite familiar with them. Fins, snorkels, and masks are the three main snorkeling tools that you should know. Although that snorkeling won’t be done in the deep ocean, people usually use a life jacket especially some people who have not been proficient in swimming in the ocean. Each of the tools is important, for example, the fins will help you to move against the water and the snorkel will help you to breathe under the water. Those snorkeling tools are usually can be rent at the snorkeling spot that you come to. Yet, it will be great if you buy yourself all those tools, as you can personally maintain the hygiene. Most of the dive sites that offer divemaster courses always emphasize the importance of preparing sufficient tools.

2. Warm-up

Before doing things under the water, we have to warm up our bodies to enhance our safety. We can never neglect this activity because it is really important to warm up the muscles in our body. As swimming under the water has many risks, warming up before jump to the water becomes extremely important. You may experience cramps in your limbs or even drowning if you don't warm up. Therefore, don’t take it as an unimportant thing to do or else you may put yourself in danger.

3. Maintain Marine Sustainability

This is one of the most essential points to be remembered before you go to the ocean. Although we are allowed to interact with marine life closely, we cannot do any action that will harm them. Our ocean has been going through a lot in recent times and makes sure that you don’t do anything that will put the marine sustainability in danger. When you see various marine animals, remember that they should not be disturbed. Do not carelessly touch the coral reefs, or any fish that you see, and even catch them. And what’s not less important is remember to not leave any trashes in the ocean and keep it clean.

 4. Accompanied by Professional

Even though snorkeling is not as dangerous as diving, remember to never go to the middle of the sea alone. Snorkeling must be done together with other people although you’ve already used to swimming and snorkeling. As nature is unpredictable, it is suggested to at least snorkeling with a couple of friends to maintain safety. It will be great if you snorkeling with a group of professionals in terms of diving.

Snorkeling with one of the Legend Diving's staff

 

5. Use sunscreen

Sunscreen is something that cannot be missed when snorkeling. Although you will go underwater, your skin still needs protection from the sunlight. Moreover, if you do it on a sunny day, it is very important to shield your skin. Sunscreen with SPF 25-50 content is advised for maximum protection. As you will go to the water, find the waterproof sunscreen and you don’t have to worry about the sun.

Those are the 5 important things that you need to prepare before going to do snorkel. For the beginners, it is always best that you join special classes where you can get sufficient knowledge about snorkeling. There are many companies that are offering snorkeling and diving classes. You can join our Legend Diving Lembongan. We are also providing a PADI MSDT internship Indonesia where you can get special discounts. Take in mind that becoming an excellent snorkeler and diver is not as easy as we see other people doing. It is hard for beginners. Once you get used to it, you will realize that your learning and efforts are not useless.