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Snorkelling Around the World: the 15 Best Trips

39 dives  Â·  from $11 a head

No certificate, no tank and often the same boat the divers are on. The 15 below reach reefs shallow enough to see properly from the surface, with prices, sailing times and a note on which supply the gear.

Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling and Diving Cruise from Cairns - First reef session at 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

Board the Evolution in Cairns for an 8.5-hour cruise to two Outer Great Barrier Reef sites. You get about five hours in the water, equipment, a BBQ lunch, and help from an active crew. Add an introductory scuba session or 10-minute helicopter flight, and look for marine talks from guides such as Indy or Phil.

“Waves were pretty bad, but the entertainment and snorkeling were great. If big waves and strong wind skip and rebook. Great experience.”

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Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise - Upolu Cay and its shallow coral garden
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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

From Cairns, Ocean Freedom carries you to Upolu Cay and Wonder Wall for six hours of reef time. You can snorkel with a marine naturalist, join a glass-bottom boat tour, or add certified or introductory scuba. Expect a maximum of 75 people, buffet lunch, careful in-water support, and a full day on the reef.

“It was an amazing day. All the crew members were very friendly and helpful all day, they had a solution for everybody in every situation.”

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Cairns: Premium Snorkelling and Diving Reef Day Trip - The 90-minute trip from Cairns
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Cairns: Premium Snorkelling and Diving Reef Day Trip

3.Premium Snorkelling and Diving Reef Day Trip

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

From Cairns, Divers Den takes you aboard AquaQuest to two outer reef sites at Norman, Saxon, or Hastings reefs. You get guided snorkelling, equipment, wetsuit or lycra suit, prescription masks, meals, hot showers, and time for swimming or scuba. Staff including Vanessa and Mazie help nervous first-time participants feel at ease.

“staff were very friendly and informative. snorkeling kit was good, we felt safe at all times food was decent provided us sea sickness pills (~$5)”

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Cairns: Outer and Coral Cay Snorkel and Dive Cruise - A calm start from Cairns
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Cairns: Outer and Coral Cay Snorkel and Dive Cruise

4.Outer and Coral Cay Snorkel and Dive Cruise

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

Board Ocean Freedom’s fast 20-metre catamaran at Cairns’ Marlin Marina for two reef visits at Wonder Wall and Upolu Cay. You’ll have guided snorkelling, glass-bottom boat trips, optional introductory or certified scuba sessions, and a full lunch with prawns and smoked salmon. Crew members including Ollie, Paul, and Tori help keep the day calm and well organised.

“I had a great diving time with ocean freedom. Ollie is a very nice diving instructor. He’s patient and attentive to detail. I felt safe and well taken care of throughout the dives. The staff were also great! They made the whole experience so enjoyable.”

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Sharm El Sheikh: Ras Mohamed & White Island Dive & Snorkel - Your first look at Ras Mohamed’s coral
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Sharm El Sheikh: Ras Mohamed & White Island Dive & Snorkel

5.Ras Mohamed & White Island Dive & Snorkel

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

Spend a full day on a three-level yacht from Sharm El Sheikh, with two Ras Mohamed snorkel stops, a 10 to 15 minute beginner scuba session, and a visit to White Island. Instructors such as Kareem, Moaaz, Sam, Sayed, and Salah help nervous first-timers, while lunch, drinks, equipment, park entry, and hotel transfers are included.

“this experience was epic! my 8th year old daughter did snorkeling and my husband visited white sand . the team looked after us very well. very professional and amazing experience. thank you all! felt safe”

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Hurghada: Snorkeling 6 x 1 to Orange Bay w Diving & Massage - Getting to the yacht from your hotel
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Hurghada: Snorkeling 6 x 1 to Orange Bay w Diving & Massage

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

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

Join Royal Cruise Hurghada for a full day on the Red Sea, with hotel pickup, two snorkeling stops, a beginner scuba session, Orange Bay, banana boat rides, buffet lunch, and a back massage. Guides including Andrew, Fox, Bassam, and Salam are known for warm, careful help, especially with nervous swimmers.

“Our trip on June 1st, 2025 was simply amazing! The crew was super friendly, fun, and totally laid-back – we felt welcome from the very beginning. There were lots of activities like diving, snorkeling, and water sports – everything was optional, so you could join in or just relax. A big shout-out to Andrew, who kept the day entertaining with his great sense of humor, and to the fantastic dive instructor who made sure we felt 100% safe at all times. All in all, a perfect day – active yet relaxing!”

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Snorkel & Dive the Reef: Sustainable, Scientific & Cultural Tour - Snorkeling above coral and tropical fish
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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

Travel by fast catamaran from Cairns to Reef Magic’s outer-reef platform for snorkeling, semi-submersible and glass-bottom boat trips, marine science talks, and cultural presentations. Ella, Ethan, Kaitlin, and Takuya are among the staff praised for their care and guidance. Lunch, tea, and equipment are included, while scuba and helicopter flights cost extra.

“It was a good experience They took participant safety very seriously Well organized - friendly and helpful They went out of the way to make sure everyone got something out of the trip. The views from the chopper were amazing Highly recommend the team”

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Port Douglas: Outer Barrier Reef Snorkel and Dive Options - Leaving Crystalbrook Marina
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Port Douglas: Outer Barrier Reef Snorkel and Dive Options

8.Outer Barrier Reef Snorkel and Dive Options

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

Spend about 7.5 hours aboard a spacious catamaran from Port Douglas, visiting three Outer Great Barrier Reef sites at Opal or Agincourt Reefs. You can snorkel, take a guided tour, or join scuba sessions, with gear, meals, reef talks, and support from guides such as Ruth, Reenie, Delphine, and Freya.

“Was very rough waters on the day we went out and was super grateful for the boat selling and recommending anti sickness tablets. The guides were great, helpful and friendly. Took us some great snorkel and dive spots. My partner saw a reef shark whilst diving which he was very happy about.”

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Silverswift Dive and Snorkel Great Barrier Reef Cruise - The Coral Sea crossing can be the hardest part
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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 up to three outer reef sites near Flynn, Milln, and Thetford reefs. Snorkel, try one or two introductory scuba sessions, or complete up to three certified descents. Guides such as Matilda, Paul, and Vanessa help beginners feel at ease.

“This was an absolutely amazing tour. We did two introductory scuba dives and also did snorkeling. Matilda was tremendous in making us feel comfortable with all aspects of the diving experience. She was OUTSTANDIN!G! We highly recommend this to first timers.”

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Port Douglas: Silversonic Great Barrier Reef Dive & Snorkel - A morning start at Crystalbrook Marina
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Port Douglas: Silversonic Great Barrier Reef Dive & Snorkel

10.Silversonic Great Barrier Reef Dive & Snorkel

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

Take Silversonic from Port Douglas to three Agincourt Ribbon Reef sites for more than five hours of snorkeling, guided reef time, and optional scuba at extra cost. The 29-meter catamaran has easy water access, showers, meals, and a licensed bar. From July to September, a permit allows swimming with dwarf Minke whales if encountered.

“It was great. We visited three sites and had plenty of time in the water. We lucked out in the weather so visibility was very good. The catering was excellent on the boat. It was a fantastic day. It was nice to be on a boat with fewer people comparing to the Quiksilver trip in my opinion. Thank you.”

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Hurghada: Luxury Orange Bay w/Snorkeling, Massage and Diving - Pickup, transfer, and the first cruise
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Hurghada: Luxury Orange Bay w/Snorkeling, Massage and Diving

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

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

Spend 510 minutes aboard a small-group yacht from Hurghada, Makadi Bay, Safaga, El Gouna, or nearby resorts. You will visit Orange Bay, snorkel at Giftun Island, try a supervised introductory scuba session, enjoy massage, lunch, drinks, and a banana boat ride. Guides speak English, German, Arabic, and Russian.

“we liked every minute. the snorkling, orange bay and even saw a turtle, dolfins and a rog. the snd crew are excellent”

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Manatee Snorkel Tour from American Pro Diving Center - The short ride to 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

Meet at American Pro Diving Center in Crystal River 30 minutes early, suit up in a full 3mm wetsuit, and follow your captain to spring-fed Crystal River. Guides such as Bri, Taylor, Ryan, and Rodney help you find manatees while explaining safe, respectful behavior. You may snorkel or remain on the boat, with gear, drinks, and a small group of up to 15 included.

“Be ready for what the day bringsWe got to swim around the manatees and have a nice boat ride too. Thoroughly enjoyable day😎”

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Journey of Diving or Snorkelling from a Boat - How the morning is likely to unfold
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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

Spend at least four hours aboard Coral Garden Diving Center’s 22-meter boat along Aqaba’s Red Sea coast. You can scuba or snorkel with instructors including Lance and Natalia, or simply relax onboard. The trip suits first-timers and experienced participants, with pickup available and space for up to 30 people.

“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 Boat Ride and First Reef Visit
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From Dubai: Fujairah Half-Day Scuba Dive and Snorkeling

14.Fujairah Half-Day Scuba Dive and Snorkeling

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

Leave Dubai early for Fujairah, where an English- or Arabic-speaking instructor helps you learn scuba basics before taking you to coral reefs by boat. Beginners receive close support, while certified divers can make two guided descents. Snorkeling, gear, drinks, hotel transfers, and possible turtle sightings are included.

“The most patient and friendly staff. Very good guys. I am not a good swimmer or diver in this case but the help and support was amazing. Definitely recommend them.”

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Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay Snorkel or Dive, from Cairns - Four hours to choose your own reef day
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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

Take Ocean Spirit’s 8.5-hour catamaran cruise from Cairns to Michaelmas Cay, where you can snorkel from the sand, join a semi-submersible reef tour, or try an introductory scuba session. Marine biologists explain the cay’s seabirds and reef life. Guides such as Jayden, Luiza, and Kevin have been praised for their personal help.

“This is one of the most fantastic things we have ever done. The snorkeling is beyond compare. The water is crystal clear and the giant clams, tropical fish, and lovely coral are the best I have ever seen. The boat ride was fabulous and beautiful and the food was GREAT. The semi sub ride was a spectacular experience. The birds take up most of the island so do not plan on sunbathing. There is definitely a bit of an odor and many feathers on the sand. The area for the birds is roped off and there are surveillance cameras...so no sneaking over to the bird side! If you love birds…”

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