snor·kel·ing
ˈsnȯr-k(ə-)liŋ 
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or less commonly snorkelling
: the activity of swimming with the face submerged while using a snorkel
… he took his time carefully fitting kids with goggles for snorkeling.—
Dawn Stutzman
Dawn StutzmanWe arrived at the island, and realized we had a day of all the food, alcohol, kayaking, snorkelling, palm trees, hammocks and adventure we could handle.—Olga Brighton
Olga Brightonsnorkeling gear
a snorkeling trip
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Beth Luberecki, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
Available now through December 22, guests can look forward to 45% off of round-trip seaplane transfers, complimentary stays and meals for two children below 12 years of age at the six restaurants on site, and complimentary usage of snorkeling equipment and kayaks during the stay.
—Paris Wilson, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Dec. 2024
As for activities, two naturalist guides will lead groups of 10 each on hiking trips, snorkeling sessions, and kayaking excursions across the Galápagos, educating all on the diverse wildlife that thrives here, from the iconic blue-footed booby to marine iguanas.
—Stefanie Waldek, Travel + Leisure, 11 Dec. 2024
Accommodating 12 guests with a crew of 12, the yacht holds a collection of the owner’s artwork and carries scuba diving and snorkeling equipment, kayaks, paddle boards, waterskis, donuts and wakeboards.
—Chrissie McClatchie, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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At the resort’s private beach, staff can get families set up with kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and snorkeling gear for exploring the Atlantic Ocean.
—Beth Luberecki, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
Available now through December 22, guests can look forward to 45% off of round-trip seaplane transfers, complimentary stays and meals for two children below 12 years of age at the six restaurants on site, and complimentary usage of snorkeling equipment and kayaks during the stay.
—Paris Wilson, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Dec. 2024
As for activities, two naturalist guides will lead groups of 10 each on hiking trips, snorkeling sessions, and kayaking excursions across the Galápagos, educating all on the diverse wildlife that thrives here, from the iconic blue-footed booby to marine iguanas.
—Stefanie Waldek, Travel + Leisure, 11 Dec. 2024
Accommodating 12 guests with a crew of 12, the yacht holds a collection of the owner’s artwork and carries scuba diving and snorkeling equipment, kayaks, paddle boards, waterskis, donuts and wakeboards.
—Chrissie McClatchie, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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“Snorkeling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/snorkeling. Accessed 2 Jan. 2025.
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