Tropical beaches are fine, but if you enjoy exploring the scenery below the waterline it’s fun to hire a mask and fins and go checkout the marine life. The ideal way to do this is directly from the beach. Often however you’ll find the best snorkeling is offshore – in which case you’ll need to hire a boat or join a tour. Here are some of our favourite easy-access snorkeling locations, most of which are accessible straight off the beach.
Easy-Access Snorkeling Locations
Easy-access snorkeling locations
If you enjoy exploring the scenery below the waterline then checkout our favorite easy-access snorkeling locations, most of which are accessible straight off the beach.
Karimunjawa Beaches & Snorkeling
For many the attraction of the small tropical islands of Indonesia are the beaches. So what do the Karimunjawa island beaches have to offer?
Snorkeling in Moalboal Cebu
... you're unlucky if you don't see a turtle. Snorkeling in Moalboal was a highlight of our Philippines trip. The sheer drop-off to the depths on the reef edge is weirdly hypnotic.
Karimunjawa Snorkeling Excursions 🤿
The highlight of any trip to these islands has to be the Karimunjawa snorkeling excursions: Turquoise waters, white sand and coral reefs...
Snorkeling at Alona Beach
Alona, Philippines is best known for its white sand and weekend animations, but the snorkeling at Alona beach is also worth checking out
Exploring Koh Lipe, Thailand 🌴
Nestled in the Andaman Sea, Koh Lipe is a small island paradise with beautiful beaches, world-class diving, and vibrant marine life.
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Lembongan Island Snorkeling 🥽
If you're not keen on swimming out from the shore, take a full-day Lembongan island snorkeling tour: Checkout our map for details...
Maldives: Under the Reef
Your 1st experience is likely to be the house reef. A treat in itself, just put on a mask & step into the shallows.
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