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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Madeline Weinfield, Travel + Leisure, 26 Feb. 2026
Included in your fare are activities like paddle boarding, snorkeling, and hiking, all led by experts, plus all dining and drinks, gear, and educational lectures.
—Megan Dubois, USA Today, 26 Feb. 2026
The snorkeling off White Bay's patch reefs is startlingly good for water this shallow.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026
Beachgoers can also rent kayaks and snorkeling gear.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 25 Feb. 2026
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Noun
Beyond its unique wildlife, the uninhabited cay offers white sand beaches, turquoise waters, and excellent snorkeling.
—Madeline Weinfield, Travel + Leisure, 26 Feb. 2026
Included in your fare are activities like paddle boarding, snorkeling, and hiking, all led by experts, plus all dining and drinks, gear, and educational lectures.
—Megan Dubois, USA Today, 26 Feb. 2026
The snorkeling off White Bay's patch reefs is startlingly good for water this shallow.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026
Beachgoers can also rent kayaks and snorkeling gear.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 25 Feb. 2026
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“Snorkeling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/snorkeling. Accessed 5 Mar. 2026.
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