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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Tristan Rutherford, Robb Report, 1 Feb. 2025
For water activities, Buck Island Reef National Monument is a top choice for snorkeling and diving, and St. Croix’s bioluminescent bay, Salt River Bay National Historical Park, is best experienced at night in a glass-bottom kayak.
—Mariette Williams, AFAR Media, 23 Jan. 2025
The dry season runs from June to September, offering the best chances of good weather for hiking and clear water for snorkeling.
—Graham Averill, Outside Online, 21 Jan. 2025
Otherwise, staff members led by the affable Ben can take guests out 300 feet on the Caicos Bank side, farther afield in the waters surrounding to prime diving and snorkeling spots or to the calm waters at Jerry Camp to kayak alongside stingrays and bonefish—also the prey on fishing expeditions.
—Laurie Werner, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
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Just north lies Spiaggia di Capo Bianco, the superyacht anchorage of choice set along a vast curve of unspoiled beach that gives easy access to reefs and caves that are ideal for snorkeling.
—Tristan Rutherford, Robb Report, 1 Feb. 2025
For water activities, Buck Island Reef National Monument is a top choice for snorkeling and diving, and St. Croix’s bioluminescent bay, Salt River Bay National Historical Park, is best experienced at night in a glass-bottom kayak.
—Mariette Williams, AFAR Media, 23 Jan. 2025
The dry season runs from June to September, offering the best chances of good weather for hiking and clear water for snorkeling.
—Graham Averill, Outside Online, 21 Jan. 2025
Otherwise, staff members led by the affable Ben can take guests out 300 feet on the Caicos Bank side, farther afield in the waters surrounding to prime diving and snorkeling spots or to the calm waters at Jerry Camp to kayak alongside stingrays and bonefish—also the prey on fishing expeditions.
—Laurie Werner, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
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“Snorkeling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/snorkeling. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.
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