Snorkeling Vs Scuba Diving

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What is Snorkeling?

Snorkeling is the practice of swimming on the surface of water while using a mask and snorkel apparatus, which allows the user to breath while viewing underwater.

What is Scuba Diving?

Scuba diving is an activity that involves using a self contained underwater breathing device to allow the user to breath while swimming submerged. The user wears a wetsuit, mask, flippers, and more.

Benefits of Snorkeling vs Scuba Diving?

  • Snorkeling is more easily accessible.
  • More cost-effective.
  • No certification is required to snorkel
  • Easier to learn if you’re a competent swimmer
  • Observe marine life from the surface
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